BAE Systems has secured a £60 million contract to upgrade the Royal Navy’s Sting Ray torpedo, enhancing it to the Mod 2 variant. The advanced upgrade will introduce new technological features, including expanded deployment options, to bolster the torpedo’s capability and versatility in underwater warfare.
The Sting Ray torpedo, a critical component of the UK’s naval arsenal, is a lightweight anti-submarine warfare weapon used primarily by the Royal Navy’s ships and aircraft. The Mod 2 upgrade will incorporate state-of-the-art technologies, improving the torpedo’s range, targeting precision, and overall effectiveness in various combat scenarios.
BAE Systems has a longstanding history of providing cutting-edge defence technology, and this contract will further modernise the Royal Navy’s capabilities to meet evolving threats. The upgrade is expected to keep the Sting Ray torpedo at the forefront of global naval warfare technology.
The contract is seen as a significant investment in the UK’s defence sector, ensuring that the Royal Navy remains equipped with the most advanced maritime weaponry available.
