The US Navy is seeking a new family of modular surface-to-air missiles, including a submarine-launched version. The Naval Modular Missile (NMM) program aims to provide a multi-mission capability with a common Terminal Stage Interceptor (TSI) that can be used across different platforms. The TSI will be integrated with multiple booster stacks and canisters to achieve a range of variants. The Navy plans to use the NMM on its Virginia-class submarines, which will be equipped with the Virginia Payload Module (VPM).
The NMM program has the potential to revolutionize the Navy's surface-to-air capabilities, providing a more flexible and adaptable system. The program also presents opportunities for cost savings and increased production rates, with the Navy aiming to produce 1,000 interceptors per year within five years of a contract award.
The development of the NMM is a key part of the Navy's efforts to address the growing threat of advanced anti-ship missiles. The Navy has made clear that addressing these threats is a top priority, and the NMM program is a major step towards achieving this goal.
