Brazil Aerospace and Defense Monitoring
Brazil’s Integrated Border Monitoring System (Sistema Integrado de Monitoramento de Fronteiras - SISFRON) is a cutting-edge, strategic defense initiative managed by the Brazilian Army. Designed to enhance border security and operational control across Brazil’s extensive land borders, SISFRON is one of the largest and most ambitious border surveillance programs. SISFRON one of Brazil’s Defense strategic projects created to support the country’s National Defense Strategy (END).
The SISFRON program is divided into multiple Sensoring and Decision Support (SAD) phases covering 16,886 kilometers of land borders, 570 municipalities and 11 Brazilian states. SISFRON integrates a sophisticated network of radars, sensors, secure communication systems, and command-and-control platforms to detect, monitor, and respond to border movements in real time.
The Brazilian Army recently announced the launch of SISFRON’s “SAD 3” and “SAD 7” phases, with a total estimated value of USD $1 billion. These phases encompass a comprehensive scope of work, including selecting a prime contractor to oversee and coordinate the project, procurement of advanced radars, radios, antennas, and the construction of new infrastructure to support the system’s expansion. The phased implementation of SISFRON demands specialized equipment and technology, creating substantial opportunities for collaboration with international suppliers, particularly U.S. companies with expertise in defense and surveillance systems.
U.S. companies interested in providing solutions to Brazil’s armed forces should be aware that certain defense technologies may fall under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) export controls, and U.S. companies should ensure compliance with all applicable regulations before pursuing business opportunities in Brazil’s defense sector.
For more information on opportunities for U.S. companies, please contact Daniele Andrews Daniele.Andrews@trade.gov, Aerospace and Defense Commercial Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service, Brasilia.