Belgium unveils Blue Dome as an integrated air and counter-drone defence network

Belgian Defence has presented Blue Dome, a planned network combining short- and medium-range air defence with counter-drone equipment, Unmanned Airspace reports. The programme was shown on 9 November alongside plans to restore the Air Force's 51st Squadron at Bevekom.

The plan includes 14 GM200 MM/C radars, ten NASAMS launch systems, twenty Skyranger 30 guns and 54 command vehicles. Equipment is expected to arrive and enter service in stages from 2027.

Belgium and the Netherlands have signed agreements covering matching configurations for the three principal weapon and sensor systems. The countries intend to share training, maintenance and logistical support.