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Patria Suspends Armoured Vehicle Production in Slovenia

Patria Suspends Armoured Vehicle Production in Slovenia
Finnish defense contractor Patria announced Wednesday that it is suspending production of armored personnel carriers at a plant in Slovenia. According to Patria, production will not be resumed until a new agreement on vehicle deliveries is reached with the Slovenian armed forces. Patria believes that...
September 4th, 2009 | Army News | Read More

Patria Starts Armoured Vehicle Deliveries to Slovenia

Patria Starts Armoured Vehicle Deliveries to Slovenia
The first of the 135 Patria AMV 8x8 armoured vehicles ordered by the Slovenian Ministry of Defence was handed over on Thursday. Finland's National Bureau of Investigation is still looking into allegations of bribery in connection with the deal. In addition to the now delivered vehicle, the Slovenian...
June 22nd, 2009 | Army News | Read More

Finnish Military Technology Sold to Conflict Areas

Finnish Military Technology Sold to Conflict Areas
Finland sells military technology to conflict areas, despite government pledges to help prevent conflicts and support peacemaking. A report by the national non-governmental organisation Committee of 100 in Finland, 6.2 percent of Finland's weapons technology exports are going to the Middle East. The...
May 11th, 2009 | Defense & Security News | Read More

Finland to Acquire Air-Defense Missiles in Largest Arms Deal

Finland to Acquire Air-Defense Missiles in Largest Arms Deal
The Government is due to decide next week on military purchase worth hundreds of millions of euros. Finland plans to buy new Nato-compliant anti-aircraft missiles to replace Russian-made missiles that will be taken out of service. The government will also decide on whether or not to update its air surveillance...
April 24th, 2009 | Missiles & Bombs News | Read More