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BAE Systems declines CV90 for Indian Army program; L&T partners for BvS10 production

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What happened

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BAE Systems Hägglunds confirmed it has no plans to provide the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle for the Indian Army’s Future Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV) program, according to reports from November 1. While declining the CV90, BAE Systems and Larsen & Toubro formed a partnership for the production of the BvS10 Sindhu vehicle.

From idrw.org

Why it matters

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The decision indicates a shift in the Indian Army's defense procurement strategy toward domestic or partnered production solutions. BAE Systems Hägglunds noted that while there were initial talks regarding providing subsystems and technology, no program or technology partnership has been confirmed.

The Indian Army is currently designing Future Ready Combat Vehicles and integrating advanced systems like the Panther KF51 EVO from Rheinmetall.

From idrw.org

Who's involved

  • BAE Systems HägglundsDeclined participation in the FICV program for the Indian Army.
  • Indian ArmyThe recipient of the CV90 decline and the buyer of military hardware.
  • Larsen & ToubroPartnering with BAE Systems for the production of the BvS10 Sindhu vehicle.
  • BAE SystemsForming a new production partnership with Larsen & Toubro for the BvS10 Sindhu.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • The rejection of the CV90 for the FICV program might impact potential revenue for BAE Systems Hägglunds.

  • Larsen & ToubroSpeculative

    Larsen & Toubro could see increased revenue from the confirmed licensed production deal for the BvS10 Sindhu vehicle.

  • Indian ArmySpeculative

    The Indian Army might adjust its defense procurement strategy toward domestic or partnered production, affecting future contracts.

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