Belgium Selects NP Aerospace to Complete Light Tactical Transport Vehicle Program.

NP Aerospace, a global vehicle integrator and armor manufacturer, has secured a contract from the Belgian Ministry of Defence (BeMOD) to deliver the remaining 87 Light Tactical Transport Vehicles (LTTV) as part of an ongoing program. The contract, announced today, finalizes the initial plan to supply 199 LTTVs, based on the Mercedes-Benz UNIMOG, to BeMOD, following NP Aerospace's acquisition of the assets of Jankel Armouring Limited earlier this year.
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The LTTV is designed as a highly modular and adaptable tactical support vehicle. (Picture source: NP Aerospace)

This contract is not limited to vehicle production but includes a long-term in-service support agreement for the LTTV fleet. NP Aerospace will utilize its well-established Vehicle Systems, Services, and Spare Parts division to ensure the continued operational readiness of the LTTVs. Additionally, the company has secured a separate in-service support contract for Belgium's Rapid Reaction Vehicles (RRV), a product now owned by NP Aerospace after acquiring Jankel’s intellectual property.

Production of the remaining LTTVs will take place at NP Aerospace’s facilities in Coventry, United Kingdom. The company is committed to adhering to strict quality standards and tight delivery schedules, working closely with BeMOD to ensure the smooth progression of the program. NP Aerospace plans to leverage its well-established UK-based supply chain and best practices to meet and exceed customer expectations while bringing the delayed delivery schedule back on track.

The LTTV is designed as a highly modular and adaptable tactical support vehicle, featuring removable mission modules allowing quick reconfiguration to meet various operational needs. With a payload capacity exceeding three tonnes, depending on final specifications, the LTTV is available in three main variants designed to support special operations, including an ambulance version. The vehicle also features a full suite of integrated military subsystems, including a removable ballistic protection kit, a Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS), weapon mounts, and communication systems, making it a versatile asset for various military operations.

Lieutenant Colonel Jean-François Gennotte from BeMOD expressed his satisfaction with NP Aerospace’s acquisition of Jankel’s assets, which ensured the continuation of critical contracts. “We are very pleased with this acquisition, which allowed us to novate our existing contracts and maintain support for our fleet. NP Aerospace’s extensive experience in this sector is promising, and we look forward to a fruitful and lasting collaboration,” he stated.

James Kempston, CEO of NP Aerospace, shared this optimism, stating: “We are delighted to announce this major contract, which follows our recent acquisition of the assets of Jankel Armouring Limited. We are now focused on getting the LTTV program back on track and delivering vehicles in line with the customer’s expectations.” Kempston also highlighted the broader impact of the project, noting, “This is excellent news for NP Aerospace, for our UK supply chain, and for the Coventry region, as we continue to create and sustain high-skilled jobs across our supplier partnerships.”

The completion of the LTTV program marks a significant milestone for NP Aerospace as it continues to expand its presence in the defense sector, both in the UK and internationally.