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  1. Sweden has signed a major contract with German defence company KNDS Deutschland, the producer of Leopard 2A8 tanks, as part of a significant investment in its armed forces. The deal, valued at approximately €1.7 billion (20 billion SEK), includes the acquisition of 44 new Leopard 2 A8 tanks and the upgrade of 66 existing Stridsvagn 122 tanks. The new tanks will be designated Stridsvagn 123B, while the modernised versions will be called Stridsvagn 123A. This initiative strengthens Sweden’s alignment with NATO allies, such as Germany and Norway, which are also upgrading their armoured capabilities. FMV Director-General Göran Mårtensson highlighted that the modifications enhance interoperability with NATO forces while reducing reliance on bespoke Swedish solutions. The Stridsvagn 122, introduced in the 1990s, has been a cornerstone of Sweden’s armoured fleet. The new and upgraded Stridsvagn 123 tanks, although visually similar to their predecessors, feature advanced technologies to meet contemporary and future battlefield demands. Their design continuity reduces logistical complexity and lowers lifecycle costs. “The Stridsvagn 123A and 123B models will be among the most advanced tanks in the world,” Mårtensson stated. Key upgrades include a new weapon system, enhanced sights, improved digital systems, and strengthened protection for the crew. The upgraded tanks will feature longer barrels for greater firepower, programmable ammunition, and reinforced armour. A new track system will support the increased weight of the vehicles. Deliveries of the Stridsvagn 123A are scheduled for 2027–2030, with the 123B tanks arriving from 2028–2031. The initiative replaces heavy equipment previously donated to Ukraine, including tanks, artillery, and combat vehicles. Sweden’s Defence Minister Pål Jonson remarked that this contract represents the country’s most significant defence upgrade since the 1950s, addressing the deteriorating security situation in Europe. The Swedish government has allocated over €2 billion (22 billion SEK) to upgrade its military capabilities, focusing on tanks and other armoured vehicles. This includes the modernisation of the Stridsfordon 90 fleet, which will be completed by 2030 at a cost of over €430 million (5 billion SEK). Jonson emphasised the strategic importance of the investment, noting that it would equip Sweden’s mechanised brigades and the Gotland battlegroup with state-of-the-art equipment. The modernisation ensures the existing Stridsvagn 122 tanks are upgraded to the technical level of the new Stridsvagn 123 models. “This significant investment secures Sweden’s ability to face emerging threats,” Jonson stated, describing it as a cornerstone of Sweden’s largest defence build-up in decades.
  2. Here we go: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-61408700 The UK has agreed mutual security pacts with Sweden and Finland, agreeing to come to their aid should either nation come under attack. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson visited both countries to sign the deals, amid debate about them joining Nato. The pacts also state that Finland and Sweden would assist the UK in a crisis. Mr Johnson and Swedish PM Magdalena Andersson said co-operation was "even more important" given Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The second deal was announced in a joint press conference with Finnish President Sauli Niinistö. Mr Johnson said the "solemn declaration" between the UK and Finland was reflective of the "extreme difficulty of the times we are in". He emphasised the deal was "not a short-term stop gap" while Finland considered whether to join the Nato defensive alliance, but rather a "enduring assurance between two nations". Asked if there would be "British boots on the ground" in Finland should a conflict break out, Mr Johnson said military assistance would be offered, but that the "nature of that assistance" would depend upon the "request of the other party". Mr Johnson added the agreement would become the "foundation of an intensification of our security and our defence relationship in other ways as well". Mr Niinistö said his nation appreciated the UK's "strong support" of Nato's open-door policy to Finland's potential membership. He said joining Nato would not be "against anybody" and the UK deal was intended to "maximise our security one way or another" while considering joining the defensive alliance. However, when asked if the possible move could provoke President Vladimir Putin, Mr Niinistö said Russia would be responsible if Sweden or Finland joined Nato. He said Russia was suggesting the two nations did not have their "own will" by threatening them against applying for membership "They are ready to attack their neighbouring country, so... my response would be that 'you caused this - look at the mirror'".
  3. English article: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20160329005800/en/BAE-Systems-Awarded-Contract-Refurbish-CV90-Vehicles Swedish article with more details: http://www.fmv.se/sv/Nyheter-och-press/Nyheter-fran-FMV/FMV-renoverar-Forsvarsmaktens-stridsvagnar-och-stridsfordon/ Here's a short run down of what's written: 262 CV90s (or about 50% of the fleet) will be refurbished and upgraded by BAE Systems Hägglunds, which includes replacing batteries and worn-out/outdated components etc., as well as installing a new BMS and replacing the old M/39 coax MG with a new MG (though the type is not mentioned in the article - my guess would be the new Bushmaster 7.62mm chain gun). Lots of displays will be installed as well. First deliveries are expected in 2018, so Hägglund will probably start working on the vehicles around 2017, which is when the Norwegian order will hopefully be nearing completion. As of for the Leo 2 refurbishment, it will include 88 tanks and 8 ARVs, and KMW will be the one to carry it out. Yeah, details are somewhat scarce in these articles, and there is no mention how much all of this will cost, so perhaps some of our resident Swedes can shed some light on this? Oh, and I found this article showing an upgraded variant of the CV90 recovery and repair vehicle. As Sweden is the only country operating this variant afaik, I guess it's a part of this refurbishment project as well: http://www.armadainternational.com/Article/pulling-its-weight.html
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