What Happened
European Commission To Downselect Between HYDEF And HYDIS Consortia
The European Commission is expected to downselect either the Hypersonic Interceptor Defence (HYDEF) or Hypersonic Defence Interceptor System (HYDIS) consortiums for the second phase of its Endo-Atmospheric Interceptor (EATMI) program by November 30. The program aims to develop air defense systems to counter advanced missile threats, with the winning consortium expected to deliver a system-level demonstrator by 2030. Both HYDEF and HYDIS have conducted parallel assessments and design work in support of the first phase of the EATMI program, which officially wrapped up at the end of October. The European Commission’s decision will be crucial in shaping Europe’s defense strategy against hypersonic missile threats, as reported by Breaking Defense.