Mobile tactical radars

A recognised air picture in Switzerland and in the surrounding area of interest is the basic condition for the effective and successful conduct of the engagements of the air force to ensure protection of the airspace. This aerial situation applies today thanks to the contributions of the radars FLORES and the TAFLIR system.

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New methods of solving the challenges of today and tomorrow

The many faces of innovation have a connecting element in the context of defence technologies. Unlike in the past, civilian technologies and applications are now leading to leaps in development. In many cases, these are only put to a second, military use subsequently.

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First relocation of the reconnaissance drone to the Payerne military airfield

The reconnaissance drone system 15 was relocated to the Payerne military airfield last week. This week, armasuisse is testing the infrastructures and processes with the drone together with the Air Force in Payerne.

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The hypersonic glide vehicle

In December 2019, Russia announced the launch of a new weapons system, the hypersonic glide vehicle Awangard. This glider is apparently so fast and agile that the normal missile defence systems have no chance against it. The news caused an uproar in many military circles. But what is behind all of this? How does a hypersonic glide vehicle actually fly? An overview.

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Career

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With us you will have the opportunity to work on unique major projects.

Your dedication will help make Switzerland a more secure and attractive place.

Renting and buying

Renting and buying

You can acquire armed forces equipment at the following address:  

 

Find out what uses military real estate can be put to.

Become a supplier

Become a supplier

Would you like to be an armasuisse supplier?

Here you’ll find the key information on public tenders and the related procedure. 

Offset

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Would you like to receive offset transactions from foreign suppliers? Here we inform you about the directives, ongoing offset obligations and participation opportunities.

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Procurement

Procurement

The competence sectors «Command & Control and Reconnaissance Systems», «Land Systems», «Aeronautical Systems» and «Purchasing and Cooperations» are responsible for procurement on behalf of the Swiss Armed Forces, the Confederation and other customers.

armasuisse Real Estate

armasuisse Real Estate

The competence sector for real estate within the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) is responsible for the overall management of buildings and facilities belonging to the DDPS. - Pages available in german, french and italian.

armasuisse Science and Technology S+T

armasuisse Science and Technology S+T

armasuisse S+T is the technology center of the VBS. The tasks include Technology Management at and independent expertises and tests.

National Armaments Director

National Armaments Director’s page

National Armaments Director’s page

The National Armaments Director is responsible for the development, evaluation, procurement and disposal of systems and equipment of the Armed Forces and other customers.

An additional area of responsibility concerns planning and procurement for the Federal Department for Defence, Civil Protection and Sports (DDPS).