LAND 400 PHASE 2: BOXER 8X8 ARMOURED VEHICLE PROGRESS REPORT

Since signing a contract with the Commonwealth in August 2018 to supply 211 BOXER 8×8 vehicles in several variants, additional modules, training and support systems, Rheinmetall delivered their first BOXER Block I German-manufactured vehicle to Defence on 24 September 2019. The balance of 24 Block I vehicles are being delivered to Australia this year and during the first half of 2021. Gary Stewart, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Australia, told APDR that: “Rheinmetall is simultaneously delivering early combat vehicle capability to the ADF while creating a sovereign industrial capability in combat vehicle design and manufacture. “Australian engineers, project managers, welders, technicians, trainers and more are living and working with their colleagues in Germany. They are there to build a deep understanding of Rheinmetall products and, crucially, acquire the skills and certifications to transfer this expertise and intellectual property to Australia. This kick-starts the knowledge base for a sovereign Australian capability. “This is complemented with our engagement with the Australian TAFE sector and Universities to ensure we build enduring pathways from our education institutions into the military vehicle manufacturing industry, enabling graduates to understand what we do today and are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.” Read the story here. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Director of Sales Graham Joss at [email protected]