KNDS: from the Leo-clerc to the E-MBT
By Paolo Valpolini At the 2018 edition of the Eurosatory exhibition, the linchpin between the two exhibiting areas of the
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Ascalon: Nexter’s solution for the MGCS main gun
By Paolo Valpolini Both contenders for the future western main battle tank gun calibre were present at Eurosatory 2022 the
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Boxer: wheels + tracks modularity = modularity²
By Paolo Valpolini With numerous modules already available, ranging from the RCH 155 artillery one to the MEDEVAC, passing by
Continue reading► KNDS continues to grow
Amsterdam, 10 June 2022 – The defence technology group KNDS, in which Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (Germany) and Nexter (France) merged to
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Nexter Arrowtech: completing the 155 mm 52 cal ammunition family
By Paolo Valpolini In November 2021 the Nexter Group, part of KNDS, announced the re-branding of its ammunition business, which
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The Grant Agreement: FAMOUS consortium led by Patria to start the development of the next generation armoured vehicles
17.12.2021 – Patria, as the industrial coordinator of consortium FAMOUS (European Future Highly Mobile Augmented Armoured Systems), has signed the
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Krauss-Maffei Wegmann: the ever-lasting Leopard 2
By Paolo Valpolini Fully involved in the bi-national MGCS (Main Ground Combat System) together with Nexter and Rheinmetall, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann
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Krauss-Maffei Wegmann: increasing the group industrial base and designing a new IFV
By Paolo Valpolini A Leopard 2 advances on the snowy terrain living a track in the white surface, followed by
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The French Armed Forces renew their confidence in Nexter with the sustainability and renovation of the Leclerc tank
25th of June, 2021 – In line with the roadmap for the sustainability and renovation of the Leclerc tank, the
Continue reading► KNDS completes the reorganization of its management structure. Nicolas Chamussy appointed as DG Nexter.
Amsterdam, 12th March 2021 – The Franco-German defense company KNDS, Europe’s leading manufacturer of military land systems, continues to move
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