Switzerland Outsources Military Quality Control to External Consultants
Swiss defense department announces all 17 top military projects, including F-35 procurement, will be monitored by external consultants from 2026 in major oversight shift.

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Defense ministry proceeds with ADS-15 drone procurement but drops three key functionalities after technical challenges.
Swiss defense department announces all 17 top military projects, including F-35 procurement, will be monitored by external consultants from 2026 in major oversight shift.

Swiss government reveals price negotiations with US failed to maintain original CHF6B deal for F-35 fighters, forcing evaluation of costlier options.

After repeated delays and technical failures, Swiss military officials contemplate cancelling major drone procurement project with Israeli company Elbit.

Army head Thomas Süssli expresses concern about seven delayed military equipment orders, including Israeli drones, warning of impact on Switzerland's defense capabilities.

Federal audit reveals significant delays and financial concerns in CHF250 million drone procurement project, completion pushed to 2029.

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