EDGE, SIATT, and Brazilian Navy Advance MANSUP-ER Anti-Ship Missile Development

EDGE Group, a global leader in advanced defence technologies, has taken a major step forward in the development of Brazil’s indigenous anti-ship missile system. During LAAD 2025 at the Riocentro Exhibition & Convention Centre in Rio de Janeiro, EDGE signed a new licence agreement with its Brazilian subsidiary SIATT and the Brazilian Navy to transfer intellectual property rights for the MANSUP-ER missile.

The agreement grants EDGE and SIATT ownership of the launch tube and combat head of the MANSUP missile, outlining terms for production, commercialisation, and royalties. This covers both the standard MANSUP and its extended-range variant, MANSUP-ER, reinforcing Brazil’s strategic capabilities in naval warfare.

Strengthening Defence Collaboration

Rodrigo Torres, Chief Financial Officer of EDGE Group, emphasized the significance of this milestone, stating:

“EDGE is confident that this milestone strengthens our commitment to advancing defence capabilities. Partnering with the Brazilian Navy and leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as MANSUP-ER, we can redefine strategic and operational readiness, offering more precise, efficient, and secure solutions to meet the challenges of the modern world.”

The agreement further deepens EDGE’s partnership with SIATT and the Brazilian Navy following EDGE’s acquisition of SIATT. Since then, EDGE has expanded manufacturing operations and secured two major contracts to supply MANSUP and MANSUP-ER missiles to both the Brazilian Navy and the UAE Ministry of Defence.

MANSUP-ER Specifications and Capabilities

The MANSUP-ER (Mísseil Antinavio Nacional de Superfície - Extended Range) is an advanced surface-to-surface missile designed to enhance Brazil’s maritime strike capabilities. Key features of the missile include:

• Range: 200 kilometres

• Guidance System: Inertial navigation with active radar homing

• Flight Profile: Advanced sea-skimming capability for evasion of enemy radar and countermeasures

• Deployment: Designed for integration with Brazil’s Tamandaré-class frigates, with deployment expected by the end of 2025

Expanding Global Market Interest

In addition to its collaboration with Brazil, EDGE has signed a $300 million agreement with the UAE Armed Forces for MANSUP systems. The company is also engaged in discussions with prospective buyers across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, reflecting growing international interest in the missile’s capabilities.

With the continued progress in trials and impending operational deployment, MANSUP-ER is set to bolster Brazil’s naval defence while also positioning itself as a competitive option for global markets. This latest development marks another crucial step in the evolution of Brazil’s defence industry and its growing role in advanced missile technology.