The Phalanx CIWS is a rapid-fire, computer-controlled, radar-guided weapon system designed as the last line of defence for sea- going vessels against incoming threats. Donald Trump announces pause ...

A Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) fires during a live fire exercise onboard amphibious assault ship USS Boxer in 2016. U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse Monford ...

Raytheon Company is being awarded a $15 million modification to a previously awarded contract to provide an increase in option exercise for engineering and technical services in support of the MK15 ...

Phalanx CIWS was designed and manufactured by General Dynamics. General Dynamics’ long-term earnings growth rate is pegged at 9.6%. GD shares have returned 33.9% in the past year.

Raytheon’s MK 15 Phalanx CIWS is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-millimeter gun system that has been designed to engage anti-ship cruise missiles and fixed-wing aircraft at a short range.

The Phalanx CIWS, which can fire up to 4,500 rounds per minute, has been protecting ship platforms for decades. CWIS firs a 20 mm Vulcan cannon mounted on a swiveling base.