On 27 April 2024, the Danish television channel TV2 announced that Denmark is on the verge of finalizing an important agreement with the Swedish BAE Systems, with plans to acquire 115 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) CV90 for a reported sum of 7.5 billion Danish kroner. The purchase, part of a larger defense agreement currently under negotiation, underscores Denmark’s commitment to enhancing its military capabilities in response to evolving security challenges.
agreement marks an important step in Denmark’s defense modernization efforts, positioning the country to effectively address emerging threats and fulfill its commitments to NATO. As production ramps up, Denmark anticipates the delivery of the CV90 IFVs between 2025 and 2029, ensuring preparedness for future contingencies and contributing to collective defense efforts within the alliance.
The CV9040 stands as the symbol of infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) design, seamlessly integrating mobility, protection, and armament into a formidable platform. Developed in the late 1980s and entering service officially in 1993, the CV9040 was born to meet the evolving demands of modern warfare, placing emphasis on rapid maneuverability, robust protection, and versatile firepower. It boasts a potent propulsion system and advanced suspension, facilitating swift movement across challenging terrains and offering amphibious capabilities for water obstacles, ensuring prompt response to battlefield dynamics while supporting infantry with speed and efficiency. Manufactured by BAE Systems Hägglunds, a subsidiary of the global defense, security, and aerospace company BAE Systems, the CV9040 IFV epitomizes next-generation military technology.