EXPAL Systems to supply Swiss army with new 81mm mortars.

EXPAL Systems has been selected by armasuisse, the federal bureau of Defense Procurement of Switzerland, to supply the new 81mm mortar system to the Swiss Army. This follows the “8,1cm Mortar replacement” program launched in 2015 by armasuisse.

Swiss 81mm mortar team (Picture source: Swiss army)

EXPAL managing director Stéphane Plantinet said: “EXPAL carried out an important process to modernise this weapon system to adapt it to the indirect fire support mission needs on modern battlefield. These continuous improvements are focused on enhancing accuracy, reliability and maneuverability in operations.” EXPAL has been awarded the mortar systems and mortar ammunitions tenders launched in over 10 European armed forces since 2010. With over 50 years’ experience, EXPAL’s solutions are in service in over 35 countries worldwide.

Being selected by armasuisse is a precious reference, as it is the Competence Center for Procurement, Technology and Real Estate within the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS). And everything that is related to Switzerland usually means high – if not top – quality.