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Jul- 2025 -

18 July

Philippines, Ukraine Obtain Military Trucks From S. Korea

The Philippines is investing in South Korean military trucks for its army following the Ukrainian Armed Forces' adoption of the vehicles.

16 July

Europe

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Ukraine Accepts First Patria Vehicles Donated by Latvia

Latvia’s Ministry of Defence has shipped the first Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers pledged to Ukraine in response to Russia’s invasion.

10 July

Europe

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Germany Accepts First Eagle 6×6 Ambulance From GDELS

General Dynamics European Land Systems has delivered the first Eagle 6x6 medium protected medical vehicle to the German Armed Forces as part of a contract signed in 2020.

4 July

Americas

The Bradley Fighting Vehicle has proved itself to be lethal and survivable in multiple theaters since first fielded in the 1980s. Recently, U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground personnel conducted a production qualification test on the Vehicle Protection System Base Kit (VBK), which utilizes sensors on the corners of the turret to provide 360 degrees of detection for incoming laser threats.

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US Army Invests in Next-Gen Vehicle Protection Systems

The US Army is investing $107.8 million to manufacture and deploy modern protection systems for its tracked vehicles, increasing the fleet’s survivability through cutting-edge technologies.

1 July

Europe

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Ukrainian Bradley IFV in Russia Spotted With 30mm Soviet Cannon

An image that surfaced online shows an M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle in Russia equipped with a Soviet-made 2A72 30-millimeter cannon, replacing its original Bushmaster M242 25-millimeter gun.

Jun- 2025 -

30 June

Europe

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German Medium Forces to Adopt Boxer Fleet With 30mm Remote Turret

Germany has revealed its plan to acquire Boxer armored fighting vehicles to integrate primary capabilities into the military’s newly established Medium Forces.

20 June

Europe

Infantry Squad Vehicles. Photo: GM Defense

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GM, NP Aerospace to Offer Infantry Squad Vehicle for UK’s LMV Program

GM Defense and NP Aerospace have partnered to jointly pitch the Infantry Squad Vehicle for the British Armed Forces Light Mobility Vehicle initiative.

20 June

Europe

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British Army Reinforces Logistical Backbone With Over 200 New Rheinmetall Trucks

The British Army has accepted 217 trucks as part of a 2024 project to increase the service’s heavy tactical support fleet.

16 June

Americas

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Geoffrey A. Norman the director of the Next Generation Combat Vehicle Cross Functional Team, gives his remarks on the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle during the M10 Booker Dedication Ceremony at Aberdeen Proving Ground, in Aberdeen, Md., April 18, 2024. The M10 Booker Combat Vehicle delivers overwhelming precision firepower to the Infantry Brigade, allowing it to maintain momentum and freedom of action against enemy forces. As part of the dedication of the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle in their name, U.S. Army Pvt. Robert D. Booker, a Medal of Honor recipient, and infantryman, assigned to the 133rd Infantry Regiment, 34th Infantry Division, during World War II, and Staff Sgt. Booker, a Distinguished Service Cross recipient, and tank crewman, assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, were recognized and honored for their ultimate sacrifice, heroism and commitment to service and country, represented by family members during the ceremony. (U.S. Army photo by Christopher Kaufmann)

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US Army Terminates M10 Booker Light Tank Program

The US Army has officially closed its M10 Booker armored infantry support vehicle program, which had been set for full-rate production.

10 June

Asia Pacific

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BEML to Manufacture Support Vehicles, Trailers for India’s Arjun Tanks

India has signed licensing agreements with Bangalore-based mobility developer Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) to produce support vehicles for Arjun main battle tanks.

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