# Terma signs contract with Cornes Technologies in Japan to promote and supply C-Guard MK II

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- Published: 2026-09-23
- Author: Daniel Trangeled
- Type: News · Section: Maritime · Country: denmark
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> Danish company Terma has signed an agreement with Cornes Technologies to promote and supply its C-Guard MK II decoy system to new naval vessels in Japan. The system offers flexible protection against missile and torpedo threats using AI-developed algorithms, according to Terma.

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*Terma signing a contract with Cornes Technologies in Japan · Terma*

**On 22 September 2026, Danish company Terma [signed](https://www.terma.com/news-events/news/latest-news/terma-and-cornes-technologies-join-forces-to-strengthen-naval-self-protection-in-asia-pacific/) a contract with Cornes Technologies in Japan to promote and supply its C-Guard MK II decoy launching system and related equipment for new naval vessels.**

Terma stated that C-Guard MK II “provides a flexible soft-kill capability” for ships to defend against missile and torpedo threats, using AI-developed algorithms. The system can operate on its own or as part of a vessel's combat management system, Terma said.

The system uses NATO-standard 130 mm decoys and is compatible with countermeasures from other suppliers. Its launchers range from fixed models to trainable Ancilia launchers, allowing for it to be scaled across different vessel classes, according to Terma.

"Working with Cornes Technologies gives us a strong local foundation to support these requirements," said Henriette Hallberg Thygeson, CEO of Terma.

Kazuhiko Nishioka, CEO of Cornes Technologies, said he looks forward to "introducing C-Guard MK II to the Japanese market."

Terma said that the agreement “expands Terma’s cooperation with Japanese industry”, adding that it “strengthens its ability to serve naval customers in Japan through a dedicated local partner.”

## FAQ

**What is the purpose of Terma's contract with Cornes Technologies in Japan?**

Terma signed the contract with Cornes Technologies to promote and supply its C-Guard MK II decoy launching system and related equipment for new naval vessels in Japan. The agreement expands Terma's cooperation with Japanese industry through a dedicated local partner. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-23.

**How does the C-Guard MK II decoy launching system protect naval vessels?**

The C-Guard MK II provides a flexible soft-kill capability to defend ships against missile and torpedo threats, using AI-developed algorithms. It can operate independently or as part of a vessel's combat management system, and uses NATO-standard 130 mm decoys compatible with other suppliers' countermeasures. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-23.

**Which launcher types are available for the C-Guard MK II system?**

Terma's C-Guard MK II offers launchers ranging from fixed models to trainable Ancilia launchers, allowing the system to be scaled across different vessel classes. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-23.

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