Raytheon and PGZ becomes partners

US  maker of the Patriot missile defense system Raytheon has signed a letter of intent with Polish Defense Holding (PGZ) on an industrial partnership, Rzeczpospolita daily reported. Raytheon won a tender to build the Polish anti-aircraft defense anti-missile system dubbed Wisła and the agreement stipulates that both companies would join hands in creating the system. "You will surely contribute to the development of the Patriot system," John Baird, the deputy CEO of Raytheon told the daily.  Trucks and the elements of the communication system will be delivered by the Polish defense companies, he added. According to the daily, the US weapon manufacturer has already signed eight contracts with the Polish firms.