Proposals, brochures and advertising sent to Department of Defence include information on fighter jets, missile systems and white phosphorus, a munition restricted under international law
At least two major aircraft manufacturers, including Lockheed Martin, have made discreet approaches on the possibilities of Ireland acquiring fighter jets. However, the Government has deferred the possibility of acquiring combat aircraft until at least 2029.
Documents released following Freedom of Information requests, along with interviews with defence officials, show arms companies have significantly increased their approaches to Government officials in the hope of obtaining some of the new defence spending promised. At least two major aircraft manufacturers, including Lockheed Martin, have made discreet approaches on the possibilities of Ireland acquiring fighter jets. However, the Government has deferred the possibility of acquiring combat aircraft until at least 2029.
The Spanish arms manufacturer Expal advertised its 120mm mortar system capable of reaching targets almost 10km away along with various types of ammunition including “high explosive” and “smoke white phosphorus”.
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