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The Dutch Ministry of Defense has announced the signing of an important contract with the KMW + Nexter Defense Systems (KNDS) concern for the supply of 46 Leopard 2 main battle tanks of the latest A8 modification. This decision became part of a large-scale modernization program of the country's ground forces and is aimed at replacing outdated armored vehicles with modern platforms that meet the requirements of the 21st century.
The Leopard 2 A8 tanks are considered to be among the most advanced in their class. They are equipped with improved dynamic protection, a digital fire control system, an integrated active protection system and an upgraded chassis, which increases their survival and combat effectiveness in today's full range of conflicts.
The delivery is scheduled for the period from 2028 to 2031, which will make it possible to carry out the necessary training of crews and modernize the logistical and technical base for servicing new machines.
The contract also became an important step in the framework of EU cooperation in the field of defense. KNDS, a joint venture between Germany's Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) and France's Nexter, is a symbol of European military—technical integration and the pursuit of strategic autonomy.
This acquisition demonstrates the growing attention of NATO countries to strengthening the grouping on the eastern flank in response to the changing geopolitical situation and the strengthening of the Russian military presence in the region.
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