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Modernization of Visby-class corvettes includes ExLS vertical launchers and integration with the Sea Ceptor system, increasing the deterrent power of the Swedish Navy fleet with cutting-edge technology.
Lockheed Martin has officially announced that the Visby-class corvettes belonging to the Swedish Navy will be equipped with vertical launchers type ExLS (Extensible Launching System).
This strategic upgrade will enable the launch of CAMM (Common Anti-air Modular Missile) anti-aircraft missiles and will mark the first time that these vessels will have full air defense capabilities.
The initiative brings the Swedish fleet into line with NATO standards, reinforcing its interoperability and offensive potential following the country's recent accession to the military alliance.
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Each ExLS launcher will have three cells, each of which can hold up to four CAMM missiles — totaling up to 36 missiles per ship.
CAMMs have a range of 25 km, active radar guidance and are based on ASRAAM air-to-air missile technologies, but adapted for naval defense.
The expectation is that the system will be progressively expanded to include longer-range variants, such as the CAMM-ER and CAMM-MR, which can reach up to 100 km.
In addition, the Visby corvettes will be integrated with the Sea Ceptor system developed by MBDA. This complete air defense solution provides 360-degree coverage against modern threats such as supersonic anti-ship missiles, helicopters and drones.
Modularity for the future
According to Edward Dobeck, director of Lockheed Martin's launch systems program, the introduction of the ExLS represents “an essential strategic solution” for Swedish interests and for operational standardization with NATO.
The modularity of the ExLS also allows for future integration of weapons other than CAMMs, including RIM-116 RAM Block 2, AGM-114L Longbow Hellfire and AGM-179 JAGM missiles — all of which are compatible with the configuration. quad-packable.
The system will also be able to launch electronic decoys such as Nulka, which simulates the signature of large ships to mislead enemy radars.
Visby: an evolving stealth corvette
Currently, the Visby-class corvettes are equipped with RBS-15 Mk2 anti-ship missiles, 400 mm torpedoes, depth charges, naval mines and a 57 mm Bofors gun in a stealth turret.
The introduction of the ExLS system represents a qualitative leap, transforming ships into multipurpose platforms with greater lethality and self-defense capabilities.
The installation of ExLS and Sea Ceptor on the first Visby corvette is scheduled to begin in 2025 and is expected to take about a year.
Although there is still no official schedule for the modernization of the five units in the class, the adoption of the system indicates a possible expansion of the fleet's capabilities in the medium and long term.
Strategic alignment with NATO
With the implementation of the ExLS type vertical launchers and the integration with the Sea Ceptor system, the Swedish Navy is approaching the operational standards of NATO naval forces.
The choice of a modular and interoperable solution ensures that the Visby class corvettes are prepared to face the challenges of the current geopolitical scenario, with greater flexibility and responsiveness.
This modernization represents not only a technical advance, but also a consolidation of Sweden's strategic position in northern Europe, strengthening its coastal defense and presence in the Baltic Sea.
