Minister of National Defence Dovilė Šakalienė emphasised the importance of timely delivery and effective implementation of the IFVs to meet Lithuania’s security needs. “Lithuania’s objective is to have the national division at Full Operational Capability by 2030, and IFVs are an inseparable part of the process. We will form a sustained and long-term industrial collaboration, which will include Lithuania in the supply chains of the programme and ensure effective CV90 maintenance and servicing in Lithuania,” she stated.
The Lithuanian government has approved raising the borrowing limit for defence spending to €800 million in 2024 to support the acquisition. Government-level support for the programme has been assured, contingent on the successful conclusion of negotiations that meet Lithuania’s national interests.
Lithuania plans to join a joint IFV acquisition programme alongside Finland, Sweden, and Norway. Industrial cooperation models and terms will require approval from all participating countries, with negotiations expected to conclude by the end of 2025.
The CV90 vehicles are regarded as a key element in achieving Lithuania’s military readiness goals by 2030. The proposed acquisition underscores Lithuania’s commitment to strengthening its defence capabilities and fostering deeper collaboration within the European defence industry.
Source: Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence.
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