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- The British Ministry of Defence is launching a procurement process for a new Light Mobility Vehicle to replace its aging fleet of Land Rovers and Pinzgauers.
- Seven industrial teams have submitted proposals for the contract, which is estimated to be worth up to 2.5 billion pounds.
- The competition includes testing and trials between October 2026 and January 2027.
- A final decision on the contract award is expected by May 31, 2027, with the potential to eventually expand the fleet to over 9,500 vehicles.
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- Military trials of the seven vehicles scheduled between October 2026 and January 2027.
- Final contract award decision expected on May 31, 2027.
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