Key facts
- Canada is acquiring 26 HIMARS rocket launchers.
- The launchers are being purchased from Lockheed Martin.
- This acquisition will enhance Canada's military capabilities.
Canada has confirmed its intention to purchase 26 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) from the American defense contractor Lockheed Martin. This acquisition is expected to significantly enhance the Canadian Armed Forces' capabilities, providing them with advanced long-range precision strike capabilities. The HIMARS system is known for its mobility and effectiveness on the battlefield, having been a key component of military aid to Ukraine.