Romania’s Infantry Fighting Vehicle programme faces growing questions. Are government claims consistent with reality?
The IFV programme—accounting for roughly one-third of Romania’s €8.33 billion SAFE package—is under scrutiny over pricing, localisation, and procurement process.
PGZ unveils export version of Borsuk infantry fighting vehicle with Turra 30 turret at IDEB 2026
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) presented an export configuration of its Borsuk infantry fighting vehicle for the first time during the IDEB 2026 exhibition in Bratislava.
REDARC and Hanwha partner to supply critical electronics for Australian Army’s Redback IFV under LAND 400 Phase 3
REDARC Defence & Space has announced a manufacturing partnership with Hanwha Defence Australia to deliver key electronic components for the Australian Army’s Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Romania balks at Rheinmetall over alleged price hikes as SAFE procurement programme faces rising political pressure
Romania pushes back against reported price hikes of up to 30% in SAFE-funded defence programmes, calling for fair and transparent engagement from suppliers.
Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle procurement draws scrutiny over transparency and industrial impact
Concerns are mounting that moves to favour a particular platform could undermine confidence in the transparency of Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) procurement.
ST Engineering secures Singapore defence contract for next-generation Terrex s5 infantry vehicles
The vehicles will be progressively delivered from 2028 and will be based on the Terrex s5, the latest 8x8 armoured fighting platform in the company’s Terrex family.
PGZ delivers first batch of Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles to the Polish Armed Forces
Polish state-owned defence group PGZ has delivered the first batch of Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) to the Polish Armed Forces.
Latvia joins ASCOD combat vehicle user group as partners sign intent on cooperation at Adazi meeting
Latvia has joined the allied ASCOD infantry fighting vehicle user group following the first meeting of participating nations held on 27 November at the Adazi military base.
American Rheinmetall wins $31 million contract to develop rapid repair system for Bradley combat vehicles
American Rheinmetall has secured a $31 million contract to support a Rapid Damage Assessment and Repair Demonstration aimed at the U.S. Army and the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Romania launches formal consultation for new Infantry Fighting Vehicle programme
On 10 July, Romania’s Ministry of National Defence launched the consultation phase in its procurement process for a new infantry fighting vehicle (IFV).
Latvian Government approves procurement of additional ASCOD combat vehicles from GDELS
On June 17, the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers approved the Ministry of Defence’s proposal to purchase an additional 42 ASCOD Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs).
Romania plans to sign deal for over 200 tracked IFVs this year, says defence ministry
Bucharest intends to acquire 246 tracked infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) for its Land Forces, with the contract expected to be signed this year, the Romanian Ministry of National Defence confirmed.