It is thought the ECM module will be used for defence suppression and general EW support in situations where a Marconi is too vulnerable. The first module could come on-line next year.
13.6.09
Green light given for Panther ECM module
The DDS have given the green light for the development and production of a number of ECM/EW modules for the Panther destroyer fleet. At the moment the only combat module the destroyer can carry is a tactical reconnaissance one but the DDS are keen to expand it's role.
