REMO of at least 800 tracked vehicles

The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration has entered into an agreement with Nordic Terrain Solutions (NTS) for the renovation and modification (REMO) of existing Bandvagn 206 and 208 within the Swedish Armed Forces, writes FMV in a press release on December 18.

– It is with great enthusiasm that we take on this assignment and we look forward to being a part of ensuring that the Bv 206 and Bv 208 continue to be the cornerstone of the Swedish Armed Forces' military mobility for many years to come, says Johan Lantz, CEO of Nordic Terrain Solutions and also CEO of Svekon.

Nordic Terrain Solutions AB is jointly owned by the companies Svekon, Granit Teknikbyrå, Huddig, Staffare, and Swedish Power Improvement (SPI).

– The REMO project on the tracked vehicles is something the Swedish Armed Forces are in great need of and has been long-awaited. It feels good to make a difference and contribute to strengthening Sweden's defense capability, says Albin Karlsson, system engineer at FMV in the agency's press release.

The contract involves a life extension through the replacement of the engine and transmission for 800 tracked vehicles, with the possibility of an additional up to 250 units. Furthermore, the implementation also includes tools and spare parts, training of drivers and technicians, as well as updating existing documentation, writes Svekon.

– We are very proud and pleased that Svekon is an important part of upgrading the Bv206 and Bv208 and thus delivering enhanced capability to the Swedish Armed Forces. The agreement also marks an important step in our growth and development, says Martin Frisk, Deputy CEO of Svekon in the company's press release.

Svekon writes that the NTS project team consists of experts from each company collaborating to ensure a delivery that meets the customer's requirements. Within the corporate group, all the skills and capabilities required to undertake such a commitment are present.

– We look forward to the next phase of the project and to carrying out the assignment as efficiently and smoothly as possible for the Swedish Armed Forces together with NTS, says Helena Nyberg, project manager at FMV.

The project aims to extend the vehicles' lifespan by 15 years while converting the entire tracked vehicle system to diesel fuel. The contract's value amounts to approximately 820 million SEK.

Johan Borg, CEO of Granit Teknikbyrå, writes that it is a "[f]antastic honor to have the opportunity to extend the lifespan of Bandvagn 206 and 208 together with our partners!", on LinkedIn.