On May 21, 2024, BAE Systems announced the signing of a contract with the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of new CV9035 MkIIIC combat vehicles and integrated logistic support. The exact number of vehicles and the contract’s value were not disclosed, but it is speculated that an initial order of around 50 CV9035 MkIIIC units could be valued at up to $360 million, with deliveries expected between 2025 and 2027.
These new CV9035 MkIIIC combat vehicles are built to the same standards as those in the latest mid-life upgrade program for the Netherlands, featuring a newly designed turret with ergonomic improvements for the crew
As the original manufacturer and long-time operator of the CV90 IFV, Sweden has maintained a continuous fleet since the 1990s. Despite the recent donation of 50 CV90 40Cs to Ukraine, Sweden still possesses a considerable number of these vehicles, with an estimated 459 units remaining in service. The new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles will replace the CV9040 models that Sweden donated to Ukraine, and the contract also includes provisions for additional new-build CV90s intended to further support Ukraine. This initiative not only benefits the Swedish and Ukrainian armies but also opens the door for other nations to join in procuring these advanced combat vehicles.