French Navy wants laser and electromagnetic weapons

The French Navy intends to acquire laser and electromagnetic weapons.

Here's What We Know

This information emerged when the United States, China, Britain and Russia sharply increased funding for defense technology. Laser and electromagnetic weapons will allow France to expand its military involvement in the Indo-Pacific region.

Rear Admiral Eric Malbruno said the country's navy plans to conduct the first test of directional energy weapons installed on one of the fleet's ships next year. The military officer added that France will look for affordable offers for rapid procurement in order to keep up with competitors.

Flashback

The U.S. company Lockheed Martin is working on the development of laser weapons. In mid-August, it handed over a HELIOS laser system to the Navy, which was installed on the USS Preble destroyer. The power was 60 kW.

In addition, last week, the U.S. Department of Defense received the world's most powerful battle laser. It is called HELSI and has a power of 300 kW. It is enough to intercept drones and rockets.

Source: The Defense Post

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