Lithuania has approved the purchase of 100 CV90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicles as part of a joint procurement program with five other NATO countries.
The project involves the signing of the main contract in early 2026, with the first deliveries scheduled for 2028, as part of efforts to modernize the Lithuanian land forces.
In addition to the acquisition, the agreement also stipulates the localization of the production of components as well as the maintenance of the vehicles on Lithuanian territory. According to the National Defense Council, the reliability of the delivery plans and the effective implementation of the industrial cooperation will be decisive factors for the continuation of the country’s participation in the multinational program, which also includes Finland, Sweden, Norway, Estonia and the Netherlands.
Produced by BAE Systems Hägglunds, the CV90 MkIV offers increased protection, advanced command and control systems and the ability to integrate national technologies. The introduction of a common platform among NATO allies is expected to increase interoperability, facilitate joint training and reduce logistical costs, strengthening operational readiness on the alliance’s eastern flank.
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