Lockheed Martin contract for RIG-360 data-link; US Army seeks low-cost Patriot interceptor (defence24.com)

• $61M contract for containerized PAC-3 MSE launcher with RIG-360 data-link
• RIG-360 enables PAC-3 MSE launch without Patriot radar, integrates with IBCS
• US Army RFI for Low Cost Interceptor under $1M; demonstration targeted this year

"The Pentagon awarded Lockheed Martin a $61 million contract to develop a containerized PAC-3 MSE launcher with RIG-360 data-link, enabling firing without Patriot radar. Separately, the US Army issued a Request for Information for a Low Cost Interceptor (under $1M per missile) compatible with M903 launchers and IBCS, intended against aircraft, cruise missiles, and short-range ballistic missiles."