Russia’s Pantsir Air Defense System Highlighted as Global Leader in Short-Range Protection

Russia's Pantsir family of air defense systems continues to rank among the most widely deployed short-range anti-aircraft platforms in the world. According to the state corporation Rostec, the system maintains strong demand due to its operational experience and adaptability in modern combat conditions. Combat Experience and System Development Rostec reports that the Pantsir systems have accumulated extensive battlefield experience, which has contributed to their continued refinement and international interest. The systems are produced by the High-Precision Systems holding, which operates under Rostec. The company will present an upgraded version of the system, the Pantsir-SMD-E, at the international naval exhibition "Fleet-2026,” scheduled to take place in Kronstadt.