MSI Defence Systems Limited has been awarded a €19.4m contract by a NATO nation to supply three MSI-DS naval gun systems.

The Norwich-based firm, which is owned by MS International, said the systems will provide counter-uncrewed aerial system protection, alongside the MSI-DS system’s established naval capability.

The gun systems will be supplied with radar and optical detection capability, together with the MSI-DS Dire Control System.

It will also provide the vessels with protection against surface, semi-submersible and aerial threats “at a time when adaptable weapon systems are increasingly required”.

Delivery of the systems is expected to begin towards the end of 2027, in line with the overall programme requirements.

Following the contract win, shares in MS International increased by over 6.5%, marking a 17.6% rise in the year-to-date.

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