On Oct. 14, the first launch of the new TESEO MK2/E Evolved anti-ship missile (TESEO EVO), developed by MBDA for the Italian Navy, was carried out. The test was conducted in cooperation with the Italian Navy.

This milestone confirms the advancement of the TESEO's progression toward its qualification phase, consolidating the choice of the new aerodynamic configuration already successfully tested in the wind tunnel, and paves the way for the qualification of the new aero-propulsive chain, planned for next year.

In addition to increasing the range (more than doubled), the TESEO MK2/E introduces several key improvements over previous versions. In particular, the adoption of a multi-mode seeker, with Ku-band coherent AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Antenna) channel and SAL (Semi Active Laser) channel, and the integration of an advanced mission planning capability enhance its effectiveness against maritime and land targets. Thanks to the satellite data link, it will be possible to directly control the missile in flight.

The TESEO MK2/E will be adopted on new PPAs, FREMM EVO frigates and future DDX destroyers of the Italian Navy, as well as FREMMs and HORIZON destroyers already in service.

Giovanni Soccodato, Executive Group Director Sales and Business Development of MBDA and Managing Director MBDA Italy, pointed out that “The decision by the Italian Navy to equip the TESEO MK2/E with the new AESA seeker has made it possible to develop Italian skills in the deep strike domain and will allow our country to participate in the FC/ASW programme in collaboration with France and UK.”

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