Russian defense manufacturers placed orders for more than 100,000 Kometa navigation modules in 2026, according to Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR). The systems are designed to maintain satellite navigation under electronic warfare interference. The figures were published by Ukrainian intelligence and highlighted by the Military Chronicle channel.

The growing demand comes as Russia expands production of electronic equipment capable of resisting jamming. Modules featuring 16-element antenna arrays are already in widespread use, while preparations are underway to begin mass production of upgraded versions with 20 antennas. Ukrainian intelligence has also confirmed the use of Chinese-made 32-element arrays, alongside equipment manufactured in the Alabuga special economic zone.

Kometa’s resistance to electronic interference relies on multiple patch antennas working together with digital signal processing. The system identifies the direction of incoming jamming signals and reduces their impact on satellite reception, allowing navigation equipment to remain operational despite electronic warfare measures.

The technology is integrated into several types of Russian weapons, including missiles, attack drones and guided aerial munitions. Among the platforms equipped with different Kometa variants are Geran-series drones and aircraft bombs fitted with UMPK guidance and correction kits.

The main developer and manufacturer is VNIIR-Progress, a company based in Cheboksary. Production also involves facilities operated by the ABS Electro group and additional contractors, whose capacity is being used to fulfill the orders.

Ukraine’s GUR has separately examined the foreign electronics used in the Russian navigation systems. According to its findings, Kometa modules contain imported components, including Altera Cyclone programmable chips. Investigators identified 37 types of foreign electronic parts and 28 companies involved in manufacturing and supply chains.

The scale of the orders reflects substantial demand within Russia’s defense industry for navigation systems capable of operating under electronic warfare interference. However, the reported figure represents orders placed in 2026 rather than the number of modules actually manufactured or delivered to Russian forces.