The UK government has awarded a £285 million ($355.57 million) contract to BAE Systems to upgrade the Royal Navy's combat systems, strengthening its ability to detect, analyze, and respond to threats during combat.

The new system is designed to enhance the Navy’s warship capabilities, ensuring improved operational readiness.

The contract follows recent government concerns over Russian activities in the English Channel, including monitoring a Russian spy ship, and a broader commitment to enhance defense measures, including protection of undersea cables from potential security threats.

BAE Systems, a leading defense contractor listed in London, will lead the upgrade of these essential systems, contributing to national security efforts.

This deal highlights the UK’s ongoing investment in modernizing its defense infrastructure in response to evolving security challenges.