European missile maker MBDA confirmed it will begin Patriot missile production at a new plant in Bavaria by late 2026, with first deliveries in 2027. The facility will double global PAC-2 output and could expand further if demand grows. MBDA also says it has the expertise to build Patriot launchers in Germany if requested. The move follows a €5.1B deal by Germany, the Netherlands and Spain to acquire up to 1,000 Patriot missiles, marking the first Patriot production site in Europe