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Australia Seeks $76 Million For Close-In Weapons System Upgrades

Friday, October 31st, 2014

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The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress on Oct. 10 that the State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Australia for Close-In Weapons System Block 1B Baseline 2 upgrades and associated equipment, parts, training, and logistical support for an estimated cost of $76 million. The prime contractor would be Raytheon [RTN] Missile Systems Company. The proposed sale would include up to 3 Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) Block 1B baseline 1 to Baseline 2 upgrade kits,…

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