L3Harris Technologies has announced it has secured foreign military sales contracts to deliver its advanced Falcon tactical radio systems to Germany. This move aligns with Germany’s overarching strategy to enhance its military capabilities, particularly through the Digitalization – Land Based Operations (D-LBO) program, which aims to modernize mobile command and control systems for the German Armed Forces.
The Falcon product line encompasses a range of communication devices, including handheld radios, manpack systems, vehicular and airborne transceivers, and associated power amplifiers. These solutions are designed to provide secure, multi-band communication capabilities essential for maintaining voice and data connectivity across diverse operational environments.
According to L3Harris, the newly acquired radios will not only enhance communication capabilities for ground forces but will also be utilized by special operations units. The company plans to ship the radio systems to Berlin later this year, complemented by regional expertise to ensure effective deployment and integration.
Chris Aebli, president of Mission Critical Communications at L3Harris, emphasized the strategic significance of the Falcon systems, stating, “The battle-tested Falcon systems will enhance German forces’ secure, interoperable communications with European Union and NATO allies.” Aebli highlighted that the software-defined nature of these systems, along with their robust waveforms, would provide German soldiers and special operators with dependable connectivity in various scenarios globally. Furthermore, the flexibility of the systems allows for capabilities to be updated easily via software enhancements.
This latest contract comes on the heels of L3Harris’ earlier announcement regarding multiple orders potentially worth up to $214 million for supporting Germany’s D-LBO initiatives. The company has also previously secured contracts related to similar communication upgrade efforts for the US Army, the Dutch military, and other European allies, underscoring its commitment to improving military communication networks across the continent.
