SINGAPORE – The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has confirmed that it is purchasing guided multiple launch rocket system-alternative warhead (GMLRS-AW) pods and related equipment from the United States.
In response to queries from The Straits Times, MINDEF said the M30A2 GMLRS-AW pods, part of the Singapore Armed Forces’ High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), were acquired based on the SAF’s training and operational requirements.
“This is part of MINDEF and SAF’s multi-year procurement effort to ensure operational readiness and meet Singapore’s defence needs,” the ministry added.
The US State Department had earlier announced that it had approved a possible sale of the GMLRS-AW and related equipment in a deal worth more than US$83 million (S$107 million).
