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Write a news/press article (with a title for approx. 120 characters,) in British English (article must be: clear, simply, neutral, informative, factfully, insightful, well structured - two sentences per paragraph) based on this press release published by the German company RENK Group (incorporate the original quotes of persons from the input article), be very accurate and write the article in line with the provided input, do not create anything from yourself! Your article must by 100 per cent in line with the provided input but original as well. Do not use bullet points in the article. When you place the quoetes ot indivuduals, they must be 100 perc cent accurate, literally accurate with the provided input, but written in English, so translate the quotes as well. Your article must be very clear, neutral, professional, written in Reuters-like style. RENK strengthens position in defense sector with large order for Puma transmissions • Order for 188 HSWL 256 transmissions for Bundeswehr’s Puma program received in Q1 2026 • RENK is strengthening its position as a holistic provider of military mobility solutions • Deliveries through 2030 and supplementary Horstman components provide potential for further growth RENK Group AG, a leading provider of propulsion solutions for the military sector, has received another large order for the German Bundeswehr’s Puma program. RENK will supply 188 HSWL 256 transmissions for the vehicle’s 800 kW propulsion system. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in June 2027 and are expected to be completed by November 2030. “The order underscores our position as a key partner to the German Armed Forces and reflects the confidence in our ability to deliver scalable solutions reliably, meeting rising demand, through our industrial strength and operational excellence,” commented Dr. Alexander Sagel, CEO of RENK Group AG. “For us, sustainable strengthening of European defense capabilities is both a goal and a responsibility.” As part of the expansion of the second phase of the Puma program, a total of 213 transmissions have been ordered. Of these, 25 units were booked in December 2025, while the order recorded in March 2026 comprises a further 188 units. An order for the additional 213 sets of final drives required for this program is expected to be placed in the second quarter of the year. The scope of supply includes transmission systems with integrated control unit and gear selector, specifically designed to meet the requirements of the infantry fighting vehicle. These systems are pivotal for the vehicle’s mobility, maneuverability, and overall performance. The Puma’s propulsion system uses a power pack consisting of the Rolls-Royce Power Systems mtu 10V 890 engine and the RENK HSWL 256 transmission, which together form a powerful and compact integrated solution designed to maximize mobility and operational readiness. Horstman Group to deliver suspension systems A further order to supply hydro-pneumatic suspension systems (Hydrostrut®) underlines RENK’s role as a holistic mobility provider. Developed by RENKs Horstman Group these suspension systems will ensure easy movement of the Puma, greater comfort for troops, and improved stability for the weapon system even while the vehicle is in movement.

RENK Group secures major order for Puma transmissions, strengthening role in military mobility solutions sector

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  The order forms part of the second phase of the Puma programme, under which a total of 213 transmissions have been contracted. Of these, 25 units were ordered in December 2025, with the remaining 188 units confirmed in March 2026. RENK said the transmission systems are designed specifically for the vehicle’s propulsion system and

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