Will non-US naval missiles be developed for and employed from Mark 41 VLS?
Short answerYes; Joint Strike Missile compatibility and planned Mark 41 use by the Anglo-French Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon are cited as examples.
NotesMany navies use Mark 41 while developing or purchasing weapons outside the United States. Naval Strike Missile normally uses deck canisters, but its Joint Strike Missile derivative can fit Mark 41 and demonstrates the integration path. The Anglo-French Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon is also intended for the launcher. Multiple British hypersonic and missile research programs may not all become fielded weapons, but they keep industry involved and broaden future choices.