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Germany orders 405 armoured fighting vehicles: company
Relevance Score: 5.799 2009-07-07 09:36:02
Germany has placed an order for 405 Puma armoured fighting vehicles from the defence contractor Rheinmetall, the company said Monday. A statement said the order was worth around 3.1 billion euros (4.3 billion dollars), the company's biggest ever, and that deliveries to the army would begin next year. The deal "clearly demonstrates the efficiency and effectiveness of the German defence industry as a whole", Rheinmetall chief executive Klaus Eberhardt was quoted as saying. The Puma, an armoured personnel carrier (APC) equipped with a 30 mm cannon, "is destined to play a key role in international crisis management," the statement added. It is designed to resist landmines, rocket-propelled grenades and improvised explosive devices, a major threat to armoured vehicles, and to be quickly airlifted to conflict zones. Germany has become much more active in international missions under the NATO flag, and the army chief of staff told a parliamentary defence commission last month that German forces would deploy heavy armoured vehicles in Afghanistan for the first time to thwart rising Taliban attacks.
British Armour - Armoured Vehicles, Vehicle Protective Systems and Accessories
Relevance Score: 4.415 2009-05-25 12:43:04
British Armour is a worldwide supplier of armoured vehicles. Our ballistic-protective cars are the result of our long experience and technical know-how applied by a team of highly skilled craftsmen, engineers and technicians. We combine modern European style with traditional skills and state-of-the-art technology. British Armour provides the high-quality design necessary to guarantee ballistic protection. We have more than 30 years of expertise in armouring and are recognised by the international armouring community for our fine design and technical know-how. ARMOURED VEHICLE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE There is only one correct way to armour a car: to make a strong and protective shell around the passengers to provide the best chance that they will survive any attacks. Our vehicles are armoured with the highest-quality materials and we have vast experience in this kind of engineering. All our vehicle-armouring work is installed according to the highest international standards, to guarantee our clients the utmost confidence and satisfaction. More than 30 years of engineering and testing gives us know-how and experience, so when a vehicle is armoured by our team, the owner can expect to receive unequalled safety benefits. CUSTOMISED ARMOURED VEHICLES An armoured vehicle from British Armour is designed to deliver security on the road while also achieving optimum levels of performance and comfort. British Armour's technicians meticulously design each armouring using their vast knowledge of high-performance steel, or lightweight composite materials which provide protection (such as aluminium oxide, silicon and boron carbide ceramics, and high-performance fibres), in order to choose the material most able to meet our customers' specific requirements for each vehicle. TURNKEY VEHICLE-ARMOURING SERVICE We take care in every step of our vehicle-armouring service – whether it is during production, sales, follow-up service or the administration – to ensure complete customer satisfaction. COST-EFFECTIVE ARMOURED VEHICLES Our headquarters is located a few minutes away from Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. This advantageous location gives us an excellent ability to provide the most cost-effective solutions for your needs. MINE PROTECTION AND BALLISTIC SYSTEMS British Armour also has a long and successful tradition of manufacturing vehicle protective systems and accessories, such as mine protection and ballistic systems, for both military and civilian vehicles. ISO9001 CERTIFICATION Thanks to our long experience in the armouring industry coupled with our European-qualified management, British Armour can be your perfect partner for outsourcing solutions. All our fabrication work is in accordance with the ISO9001 quality management system.
Armoured Project Vehicles - Armoured Toyota Vehicles
Relevance Score: 4.173 2009-05-25 12:44:14
Armoured Project Vehicles (APV) is a European supplier providing armoured Toyota vehicles to the UN, peacekeeping forces and humanitarian organisations worldwide. All vehicles are produced in NATO-approved facilities. APV has developed a focus on the requirements of the special forces, long-range monitoring patrols, command vehicles and VIP staff protection. Toyota general specification platforms ensure durability and straightforward field maintenance. APV provides units based on Toyota Land Cruiser platforms for both 100 series SUV station wagons and Land Cruiser 79 pick-ups with either turbo-charged diesel or petrol engines. THE PEACEKEEPER: B6 CERTIFIED ARMOURED TOYOTA LAND CRUISER The Peacekeeper Toyota Land Cruiser is armoured to B6 level and fitted with key options according to each customer's specific requirements. Based on the fully certified unit, the Peacekeeper enables buyers to tailor the vehicle to their specific needs by including design changes and incorporating extra equipment. This product has been constructed to include Electronic Counter-Measure (ECM) equipment. Additionally, HF, UHF, VHF and satellite communications equipment has also been incorporated as well as differential locks to increase performance and enhanced blast protection for occupants. The Peacekeeper is built in close conjunction with APV and custom finished to meet the exacting demands of a modern stabilisation force. The B6 certified Toyota Land Cruiser has gone through the full vehicle B6 ballistics and blast test certification process. An independent evaluation was conducted by the German government testing authority, Beschussamt Munich, involving 400 rounds targeted at the test vehicle to asses the protection level. The B6 protocol tests not just the materials used to armour the vehicle, but most importantly the design and integration of the materials into the vehicle platform. The blast test simulates an attack by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and uses 15kg of high explosive placed 15m from the vehicle. The Toyota Land Cruiser B6 is a protected vehicle fairly priced for customers who must satisfy protection levels within budget constraints. MAINTENANCE AND DRIVING TRAINING COURSES APV are able to provide training seminars and courses in maintenance, off-road driving and expeditions. These training seminars invite customers to take part in a series of workshops over a one or two day period with the aim of increasing their expertise, particularly in the areas of basic vehicle maintenance, accessorisation, and off-road driving. These courses can be made available in several languages. Any driver operating a vehicle in an environment that exposes them to natural and social hazards would benefit from professional training in order to safeguard themselves, their colleagues and their equipment. In response to this APV are able to offer specialised training courses to all of our customers. CONTAINER FREIGHT AND AIRLIFT DELIVERY APV is fully experienced in the international movement of cargo by container freight and airlifts for faster emergency delivery. Once a vehicle order has been processed, a computer generated freight booking is sent to the respective shipping line and they are requested to confirm acceptance of our booking within 24 hours. Additionally, we operate a computer driven vehicle tracking system which allows us to monitor the journey of your vehicle and keep you informed of its location and status. Once a freight booking has been established with the shipping line, you are informed about the key stages of the shipping schedule in the form of a shipping update. APV prides itself on the quality of its aftersales service. An armoured unit is a complex machine and as such APV maintains close contact with users to ensure 100% serviceability. APV's technical backup is second to none and calls upon a network of service partners to ensure that help is always available should it be necessary.
The new french wheeled armoured infantry fighting vehicle VBCI would be likely to be deployed in Afghanistan in April of this year.
Relevance Score: 4.053 2010-02-12 12:55:15
The delivery of the new wheeled armoured infantry fighting vehicle VBCI designed and manufactured by the French company Nexter Systems continues, the 35° Infantry Regiment of Belfort (35e RI) was the first French army regiment to perceive the vehicle VBCI, it is now the 92° Infantry Régiment of Clermont Ferrand which will be equipped with the infantry fighting armoured VBCI. The Infantry Regiment of Belfort was the first unit of the French Army to being equipped with this vehicle, and it was in responsibility of carry out tactical exercises on the level of a section, up to a level of battle groups between October 2008 and July 2009. At the end of these exercises, the regiment was declared operational with the new vehicles VBCI. The VBCI would be likely to be deployed in Afghanistan in April of this year.
City firm nets $1B military contract
Relevance Score: 3.910 2009-07-18 13:25:10
London's military machine is $1-billion richer. General Dynamics Land Systems Canada will get a slice of a $5-billion investment in Canada's fleet of armoured vehicles -- and that could be just the beginning. The federal government announced yesterday it's upgrading made-in-London LAV III armoured vehicles, some of which are used in Afghanistan, as well as adding new vehicles to the military. "The LAV III upgrade is very significant. It's very good news for us," said Ken Yamashita, spokesperson for GDLS Canada, which is located on Oxford St. GDLS will sit down with the Department of National Defence and determine what the requirements will be for the upgrade and after that a contract will be issued, he said. "We're moving forward in the future for a potential contract, but we still have to determine what the work will be," Yamashita added. What is known is that the work will focus on a more powerful drivetrain and suspension to carry about 10,000 pounds more of armour and other equipment, possibly new weapons and electronics. "This certainly offers the London plant some stability, and depending on the timelines, there may be some growth," said Pete Keeting, a spokesperson for General Dynamics in Sterling Heights, Mich. It may be 12 to 18 months until work begins. About 550 of the 650 LAV IIIs in the Canadian Forces will get the upgrade in London, while there's an option for another 80 vehicles. "Our first goal is to define the requirements, but this will mean significant work for 400 Canadian suppliers. The upgrade will be based on lessons learned in Afghanistan," said Keeting. "This is good news for the Canadian defence industry all around." There may be more good news coming. Ottawa is also buying three other new vehicles to add to the government's armoured fleet, and GDLS may bid on two of those three -- meaning more work may be on the horizon. Those new vehicles are: -- A tactical armoured patrol vehicle that can fulfil a variety of roles on the battlefield, such as reconnaissance and surveillance, command and control, and acts as cargo and armoured personnel carrier. -- A close-combat vehicle that will provide the Canadian Forces with a medium-weight infantry fighting vehicle that is both highly protected and also tactically mobile. -- GDLS will likely not bid on a force mobility enhancement vehicle that supports Leopard 2 tanks. The military is purchasing 108 of the close combat vehicles, with an option to buy 30 more, and 500 tactical armoured patrol vehicles, with an option for 100 more. "We will look at those closely as (the defence department) still has to determine the requirements on those. It could be something we have a product for," said Yamashita. "If we have products that meet the requirement we will pursue it." There are about 500 hourly workers at GDLS Canada on Oxford St. and 1,200 salaried workers. "This will provide some stability for the present workforce, especially our skilled workers," said Jim Reid, vice-president of Local 27 representing GDLS workers. "There is a real shortage of skilled workers, especially welders, and I am hoping if GDLS grows they will hire some other workers who are laid off in London." Peter White, chief executive of the London Economic Development Corp., called the news a good example of the benefit of advanced manufacturing -- a bulk of the workers at GDLS are engineers, designers and other technology-related skills. "It is an outstanding announcement. This means we are making the vehicle of choice for the Canadian and U.S. military. It puts them in a phenomenal position," said White. This is one of the largest contracts awarded to the London plant. Last summer, it won a $1.2-billion deal to provide more Stryker armoured vehicles for the U.S. Army, with about half that work to go to the London plant. It also won a contract of more than $1 billion for a mine blast protection vehicle last summer, but those vehicles are made in South Africa.
Israeli Firm Wins $200m Contract to Armour US Army Trucks
Relevance Score: 3.614 2009-08-05 12:19:12
The US Army has awarded a $200m contract to Israeli-based customised armour systems manufacturer Plasan to armour military trucks. Under the contract, the company will provide custom-built armour systems to 1,700 military vehicles used by the US troops in Afghanistan. The major work will be carried out at the company's facilities in Israel with the rest performed by Plasan's subsidiary company in Vermont of the US. The company has already provided armour to 2,224 US Army vehicles as a subcontractor for armoured military vehicles manufacturer Oshkosh.
Iveco to Supply Military Vehicles to Brazilian Army
Relevance Score: 3.588 2010-01-04 12:34:23
The Brazilian Army has awarded a contract of approximately $3.58bn (€2.5bn) to Iveco Latin America for the provision of the base model of the new family of armoured personnel carriers (VBTP-MR). Under the 20-year contract, Iveco will supply 2,044 units of VBTP-MR family of diesel engined vehicles to increase the effectiveness of the land forces, increasing capacity to act in several missions. The 18t VBTP-MR is a 6×6 drive, amphibious vehicle used for several different applications that can be equipped with a remote control turret and transported by an C-130 Hercules aircraft. The 6.91m-long, 2.7m-wide and 2.34m-high VBTP-MR can accommodate 11 soldiers. The vehicles will replace the old models currently in service with the Brazilian armed forces. The first prototype of VBTP-MR is under construction in Brazil and will be ready in the first half of 2010. A pilot batch of 16 vehicles will be produced between 2010 and 2011.
Buffalo Mine-Protected Clearance Vehicle, International
Relevance Score: 3.537 2009-08-04 12:00:34
The Buffalo mine-protected clearance vehicle (MPCV) is a six-wheel heavily armoured EOD vehicle manufactured by Force Protection. The armoured vehicle was inspired by the four-wheel South African Casspir, a landmine-protected armoured personnel carrier (APC). The first Buffalo was deployed in Afghanistan in 2003 with the US Army Corps of Engineers. The vehicle has been used for mine-resistant ambush protection cat III, route clearance, mini clearance, asset protection and command and control. In 2008 the 200th Buffalo vehicle was delivered for operations in theatre. Buffalo design The Buffalo has been designed to accommodate up to six crew, including the driver and co-driver. The vehicle is 156in tall and 109in wide. It measures 323in in length and weighs 76,000lb. The maximum payload is 27,500lb. Buffalo is equipped with Michelin 16 R 20 XZL 16,000lb aluminium-rim tyres with run flat capability. The vehicle is accessed through one rear door and six topside standard hatches. The Buffalo features a 30ft robotic arm and iron claw for ordinance disposal and route clearance. The claw is mounted with a camera and sensory equipment. "Buffalo's armoured v-shaped hull directs an explosion on the ground away from the vehicle."Orders and deliveries The Buffalo has been ordered by several countries. In February 2008, four Buffalo vehicles were ordered by the Italian Ministry of Defence. Production was taken up at Ladson, SC facility. Spare parts and field support coverage will be provided through 2009. In July 2008, five Buffalo category III vehicles were ordered by the French military under a modification to M67854-07-C-5039 contract. Valued at $3.5m, the order was delivered in November 2008. In October 2008, an order for 27 Buffalo A2 route-clearance vehicles was received under the contract W56HZV-08-C-0028. The contract was valued at $26.2m. In November 2008 the US Army ordered for delivery of 16 Buffalo A2 route-clearance vehicles. The vehicles are to be delivered in 2009. The contract was valued at $15.5m. Additionally, 14 Buffalo vehicles will be delivered to the UK Ministry of Defence in October 2009 as part of a modification to contract M67854-06-C-5162 from Marine Corps Systems Command. In November 2008, the Canadian Government, under contract M67854-07-C-5039 ordered for 14 Buffalo A2 route-clearance vehicles in around $49.4m deal. The deliveries were scheduled through 2009. The Canadian Expeditionary Force Command had ordered five buffalo vehicles that were delivered in 2007. Engine The Buffalo is equipped with a CAT C13 12.5l engine. It provides 440hp at 1,800rpm. The engine makes 1,483 torque at 1,400rpm. It can be driven at a maximum speed of 55mph. Buffalo's maximum range is 300 miles with an 85gal fuel tank. Mine protection Buffalo's armoured v-shaped hull directs an explosion on the ground away from the vehicle. The Buffalo provides powerful ballistic and blast protection, combined with the unique technology to detect dangerous ordinance. "The first Buffalo was deployed in Afghanistan in 2003 with the US Army Corps of Engineers."The Buffalo features steel wheels and disc rollers that allow the vehicle to roll over a detonator without sustaining injuries to the crew in the vehicle. It offers protection from improvised explosive devices (IEDs) – up to a 45lb landmine explosion under any wheel or a 30lb mine explosion under the centreline. It is armoured against 7.62mm×51mm Nato ball standard and is equipped with BAE Systems L-ROD aluminium armour that protects vehicles from rocket-propelled grenade attacks. The mounted camera on the arm helps the crew to dispose of mines and IEDs from within the V-shaped armoured hull. Armament The crew are protected by an RPG-7 rocket-propelled grenade as well as 7.62mm Nato ammunition hits and mine / IED explosives. In addition, there is an automated engine and crew AFES system with manual extinguisher for handling fire accidents. The vehicle is fully adaptable and can have its weapons removed when taking the role of armoured transport or medical unit.
Upgraded Powertrain Extends Military Vehicle’s Operational Life
Relevance Score: 3.511 2010-03-02 21:58:34
The introduction of a new engine and the latest fully automatic transmission technology has seen a military vehicle designed by Engesa that was a success in the 80s and 90s back in front line action. Considered by many to be out of action - as the last units were, for many years, parked in the battalion storage of the Brazilian Army - the armoured Engesa EE-11 Urutu may yet be ready for service again. Destined for troop transportation, the EE-11 despite weighing 13 tons, is a highly capable amphibious vehicle. Together with its carrying capacity, these features made the Urutu very popular among many national armies in South America. With a new powertrain, it is set to strike again. Its name was taken from the venomous Urutu snake, from the family of Veperidae, the same as the rattlesnake, the bushmaster and Jararaca - the three feared reptiles of the South American forests. The Urutu's attributes and importance to the Brazilian Army led the local force to decide to reactivate 226 units and more than 600 armoured Cascavel (or rattlesnake) vehicles. All of those were mothballed and in storage. With a very old-fashioned powertrain, and a mix of manual and automatic gearboxes, Urutu and Cascavel had a sizeable technological disadvantage during operations. The Brazilian Army claimed that by updating the powertrain of their armoured vehicles, they could keep them running for the next 15 years. That claim was validated after a rigorous evaluation made with a prototype produced by those involved in the project. For the first prototype the existing Mercedes-Benz OM 352 engine was replaced by a militarized OM 366 LA, increasing the power output from 158hp to 230hp. Coupled to the Engesa transfer box, the original Mercedes G3-36 gearbox was changed for an up to date Allison 3000SP automatic transmission, with electronic controls. The initial tests on light terrain saw the prototype reach a top speed of 110km/h. Over heavier off-road situations, the vehicle could travel at 80km/h. Crucially, the range was increased from 750km to 950km. Engemotors, a company of the Brasília Motors group is undertaking the upgrade. According to Glauco Bueno da Silva, general manager for Engemotors, one of the reasons for using Allison's automatic gearboxes on all the Urutu and Cascavel units is the improved drivability. "In a combat vehicle during battle, it is difficult for the driver to focus on the gear change coordination, clutch usage, choosing the best gear for each situation and so on. With an automatic transmission the driver is free from such distractions and so they can concentrate on the mission. The Allison 3000SP gearbox we now use is more resistant and delivered very interesting results during the tests. The performance is superior to old versions equipped with manual/automatic transmissions as that older transmission generation, when used in the Urutu, had no electronic management and lacked many updates which help vehicles to have better serviceability".
BAE plans to appeal Swedish AWV decision, axes Hägglunds jobs
Relevance Score: 3.453 2009-07-03 11:48:14
BAE Systems plans to contest Sweden's decision to select Patria's Armoured Modular Vehicle (AMV) 8x8 platform in preference to its Modular Armoured Tactical System (SEP) to meet the country's armoured wheeled vehicle (AWV) requirement, Jane's learned on 1 July. Sources close to BAE indicated that the appeal will focus on the Sweden Defence Materiel Administration's (SDMA)'s evaluation of technical factors: in particular the issue of mine protection. Jane's reported the award of Sweden's AWV contract to Finnish company Patria on 26 June. Valued at about EUR240 million (USD338 million), the agreement covers the supply of 113 AMVs. If the SDMA's selection of Patria's AMV is approved by the Swedish government, BAE will need to decide whether to cancel its SEP product or fund it privately, since Jane's believes it currently has no other prospective customers for the vehicle. BAE Systems announced on 1 July that it would cut 320 jobs (or 16 per cent of its Swedish workforce) in its Hägglunds division as a direct result of the failure of SEP to achieve selection