BAE Systems has signed two contracts with a total value of approximately 171 million US dollars for ammunition types Bofors 40 mm and 57 mm 3P (Pre-fragmented, Programmable, Proximity-fused). The order has been jointly placed by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) in Sweden and the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command (FDF LOG COM) in Finland.
In BAE Systems' press release, it is stated that the Swedish Armed Forces will be allocated both 40 mm and 57 mm ammunition, while the Finnish Navy will be allocated 57 mm ammunition to supplement existing stocks.
According to the press release, the ammunition is primarily intended for use within the Swedish Armed Forces' Combat Vehicle 90 and naval gun systems. Additionally, it is stated that existing and future air defence units with 40 mm anti-aircraft guns will be able to use the ammunition.
– “As a trusted partner to Sweden and Finland, this joint order marks an important step in further strengthening defence capabilities in the region and deepening bilateral cooperation to keep Europe safe,” says Lena Gillström, president of BAE Systems Bofors, in the press release.
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has previously announced information about a procurement of 57 mm ammunition in collaboration with Finland, which Nordic Defence Sector has previously reported on.
