QUITO, Ecuador - The Ecuadorian Army has taken delivery of new Mbombe 6 infantry fighting vehicles.

DefenseWeb noted the acquisition on April 17, citing a recent Info Defensa report revealing that Mbombe 6 IFVs had been seen in service with Ecuador’s Army, in olive green paint schemes. The total number delivered has not been reported. The IFVs will reportedly be deployed in the north, to provide security in areas affected by militant groups.

Ecuador placed an order for 137 armored vehicles -- a mix of Tiger Mk II 4x4 protected patrol vehicles and Mbombe 6s -- from Elbit Systems in October 2022, to help stand up a new mechanized brigade. Elbit is operating as the lead contractor in the project, integrating various systems onboard the vehicles including E-LynX radios. The contract, worth about $65 million, expected deliveries to commence within 2-3 years.

Mbombe 6 IFVs are made by Paramount Group, a South Africa-based defense company. Jordan previously signed a contract for the Mbombe 6, and Kazakhstan license-produces it as Barys 6.

At DSEI 2023, Paramount confirmed that it had recently inked Mbombe 6 sales deals with two customers, one in Latin America and the other in the Southern African Development Community.

Source: defenceWeb
Associated URL: https://www.defenceweb.co.za/featured/mbombe-6-vehicles-delivered-to-ecuador/

LONDON -- Babcock and Roshel, a manufacturer of armoured special purpose vehicles, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaboratively explore opportunities to support the Canadian Armed Forces.

Babcock, a longstanding partner in Canadian security (over 16 years), brings its proven expertise in managing mission-critical assets to support the Canadian Armed Forces nationwide. Their global experience in land vehicle technology ensures solutions are meticulously tailored to Canada's unique environment.

Roshel, a manufacturer of armored vehicles, complements this strength with a robust product line. Their vehicles, recognized for their advanced security measures and focus on crew survivability, empower military and law enforcement personnel to operate effectively under the most demanding conditions.

This strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) enables both l companies to leverage their respective capabilities, combining Babcock’s global asset management expertise and Roshel’s vehicle manufacturing experience, to enhance the capabilities of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Source: https://www.babcockinternational.com/news/babcock-and-roshel-sign-a-memorandum-of-understanding/

AMSTERDAM -- KNDS has formally renamed its Group companies Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG and Nexter Systems S. A. with effect from 8 April 2024. Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG now operates as KNDS Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Nexter Systems S. A. as KNDS France S. A..

As part of these renamings, the names of the German, French, British, Italian and Belgian subsidiaries of KNDS France and KNDS Deutschland have also been legally adapted. For all other subsidiaries of the Group, the name changes will be implemented by the end of 2024.

Source: https://www.knds.fr/en/our-news/latest-news/uniform-brand-identity-land-defence-group-knds-completes-legal-renaming-its