Belgian Company John Cockerill Defense (JCD) is marking a new chapter in its journey with the recent acquisition of French Company ARQUUS, a renowned manufacturer of military vehicles. This strategic acquisition enables JCD to create entirely new and integrated combat vehicle solutions by combining ARQUUS' extensive experience in manufacturing rugged, combat-proven vehicles with JCD's cutting-edge expertise in developing advanced weapon stations. The fusion of these capabilities will allow JCD to offer a complete, next-generation platform, merging superior mobility, protection, and firepower into fully integrated systems. This collaboration opens the door to a new era of innovative military vehicles designed to meet the evolving demands of modern warfare. Read full Defense News at this link ...
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| The ARQUUS VAB Mk III, equipped with the John Cockerill Defense Cockerill® 1030 turret, on display at IDEX 2025. This advanced integration highlights the fusion of ARQUUS' expertise in rugged vehicle manufacturing with JCD's cutting-edge weapon systems, offering a next-generation combat platform designed for superior mobility, protection, and firepower. (Picture source: Army Recognition Group) |
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