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The Dutch Ministry of Defence announced that the fourteen Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks, jointly purchased by the Netherlands and Denmark, will be delivered to the Armed Forces of Ukraine by the end of summer. According to a statement published by the ministry, twelve of the tanks are already ready for shipment to Ukraine. The remaining two Leopard 2A4s are currently undergoing verification tests. All fourteen tanks have been overhauled and prepared for deployment to combat by German defence company Rheinmetall, the Dutch Ministry of Defence said. The Armed Forces of Ukraine have already received Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks from Western nations. Fourteen of these tanks were handed over by Poland. Norway supplied Ukraine with eight Leopard 2A4s. Canada also delivered eight of these tanks to Ukraine. Furthermore, the Ukrainian army has received ten Leopard 2A4 tanks from Spain. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dneDMU65 #Ukraine #AFU #Leopard2A4 #MBT #tank #defence #industry #military #armedforces #Netherlands #Denmark #Europe

AeroVironment has signed an agreement with the United States Department of Defense to produce and deliver loitering munition systems from the Switchblade family. The contract, valued at USD 55 million, is expected to be completed by the end of June 2026. According to the Department of Defense, the systems will be delivered to three European nations: Lithuania, Romania, and Sweden. However, details regarding the number of units or the distribution among these countries have not been disclosed. AeroVironment’s Switchblade systems are available in two primary variants: the Switchblade 300 and the Switchblade 600. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/deW_zMcv #AeroVironment #loiteringmunition #Switchblade #Europe #Romania #Sweden #Lithuania #defence #industry #military #technology #armedforces

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced plans for a potential collaboration with Poland to establish a regional logistics center for High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) ammunition. The announcement came following a meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda. During their discussions, which followed the observation of the military exercise Brave Griffin 24-II, Presidents Nausėda and Duda explored avenues to deepen their defence cooperation, particularly in the realm of artillery systems. “Both Lithuania and Poland are not only current operators of HIMARS systems but are also looking to expand their capabilities in this area,” President Nausėda stated. He further highlighted that Poland’s ambitions to manufacture ammunition could synergize well with the proposed logistics hub.   This logistical center aims to support the growing inventory of HIMARS systems in Eastern Europe and ensure a steady supply of ammunition, essential for maintaining readiness and operational capability. “The creation of a regional logistics center would be a strategic asset, enhancing the defence posture of not only Lithuania and Poland but also our Baltic neighbors,” Nausėda added. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dWZfUCJP #Poland #Lithuania #NATO #easternflank #defence #military #armedforces #HIMARS

⚪️ #France will transfer decommissioned military equipment to #Ukraine instead of utilizing it. ⚪️ French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecorne said that this decision is in line with their strategic goals and will #help strengthen Ukraine's defence capabilities. France is also planning to #invest heavily in the #military sector and is expected to allocate 413 billion euros by 2030. ⚪️ This decision fits into a broader #strategy of support for Ukraine, including expanding the range of weapons provided and financing a €3 billion military assistance package. ⚪️ Recently, it also became known that Ukrainian MiG-29 and Su-24M aircraft will be modernized with French #funds, which will allow them to use new aircraft supplied by France. #standwithUkraine #partnerships #EUCCD #helpinghand #gettingthingsdone  #money  #investing  #future  #management 

The Puolustusvoimat - Försvarsmakten - Finnish Defence Forces is acquiring more Patria 6x6 vehicles from the additional purchase option included in the previously signed agreement. In the summer of 2023, Patria and the Defence Forces Logistics Command signed an agreement for 91 armoured personnel carriers with equipment. The procurement agreement included an additional purchase option for 70 vehicles, of which the Defence Forces previously redeemed 41 at the turn of the year 2023–2024 and now an additional 29 vehicles. The ordered vehicles will be delivered by the end of 2025. “Redemption of the entire domestic additional purchase option is remarkable for Patria and the whole international CAVS joint programme. The programme has progressed rapidly thanks to excellent cooperation between Patria and the participating countries. The joint programme between nations enables cost-effective vehicle development and lifecycle support, quick procurements, and equipment compatibility, strengthening defence cooperation in Europe,” says Jussi Järvinen, responsible for Patria’s operations in Finland. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dNKVqm5n #Patria #Finland #armedforces #defence #industry #military #technology #vehicle #6x6 #Europe #NATO

Dear all, I wrote an article on Lithuania's population of wild cats. Specifically German Leopards which are soon to be native to the Baltic nation. The German Bundeswehr is deploying a full combat brigade, including Leopard tanks, to Lithuania. I explore what this deployment means for Germany, how it relates to security and deterrence on NATO's eastern flank and which challenges lay ahead for Germany's armed forces in my latest article for the American-German Institute. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eAw3JSg9

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🇨🇦🇺🇦💪 Canada is sending the initial four of 50 Armored Combat Support Vehicles to Ukraine in support of its defense against Russia. Developed by General Dynamics Land Systems, the fleet is part of a pledge announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in 2023 on top of investments in “high-priority” air defense capabilities. “General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada is proud to support Canada’s Armoured Combat Support Vehicles donation to Ukraine,” GDLS Canada VP and General Manager Jason Alejandro Monahan said. “General Dynamics has produced light armoured vehicles for Canada and its allies for over 47 years. These London-made vehicles sustain a cross-Canada supply chain of over 600 suppliers, and support thousands of well-paying middle class Canadian jobs.” #military #army #defense #defence #defenseindustry #defenceindustry #defensetech #defencetech #militarytech #canada #ukraine #generaldynamics

The Hungarian Defence Forces have received an additional three Leopard 2A7 main battle tanks from the German defence manufacturer KNDS Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG. This latest delivery brings the total number of Leopard 2A7 tanks in the Hungarian land forces to 18, as confirmed by Hungarian Minister of Defence Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky. The Hungarian Ministry of Defence has outlined plans for the complete delivery of all 44 Leopard 2A7HU main battle tanks by 2025, ensuring a significant boost to the country’s defence capabilities. The initial batch of Leopard 2A7HU tanks was officially handed over in mid-December 2023, marking the beginning of Hungary’s enhanced armored capabilities. The procurement is part of a significant defense contract signed in December 2018 between Hungary and the German defence industry, valued at EUR 1.5 billion. This contract not only includes 44 Leopard 2A7 tanks but also 5 Leguan assault bridges, 5 Wisent 2 armored recovery vehicles, and 24 Panzerhaubitze 2000 self-propelled howitzers. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dqrBVZ6f #MBT #tank #Leopard2A7HU #defence #industry #military #technology #armedforces #Hungary #KNDS #Europe #NATO

🇺🇿✈️🧑🔧 Sierra Nevada Corporation has clinched a $64.2-million deal to restore and maintain the Uzbekistan military’s Pilatus PC-12 cargo aircraft. The contract covers return-to-service work for a total of six PC-12s and will include field representative support. The Colorado-based firm will also provide necessary logistics support. Once the aircraft is restored and has returned to service, the fleet is expected to enhance the Central Asian country's ability to conduct cargo and personnel transport, surveillance, and other missions. #military #army #defense #defence #defenseindustry #defenceindustry #aviation #militaryaviation #aerospace #uzbekistan #centralasia #sierranevadacorporation