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Hellenic Defence Systems | Memorandum with French Nexter for the co-production of Armored Vehicle platform
Defence Redefined
Published on 13/04/2022 at 14:30
The Hellenic Defence Systems (HDS) signed a memorandum of understanding with the French company Nexter for the co-production of an armored vehicle platform in Greece.
As announced, the memorandum concerns the co-production of 8×8 wheeled armored vehicles “Philoctetes” of modern design with configurations of Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) and Armored Fighting Vehicles.
The said vehicles can carry high-efficiency weapon systems which, combined with great flexibility, speed, and modern armor, create a significant advantage on the battlefield, the announcement added.
According to the HDS, their integration into the Hellenic Army will bring about a substantial enhancement of its operational capabilities.
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