Patria and Sima Innovation Strengthen Nordic Defence Cooperation With Armoured Vehicles
Under the agreement, Patria, a renowned manufacturer of armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs), and Sima Innovation, a Danish specialist in vehicle gun-mount systems, will collaborate on joint presentations, demonstrations, and industry events.
March 5, 2025 – Nordic defence industry leaders Patria and Sima Innovation have entered into a strategic agreement to jointly promote their integrated capabilities on a global scale. This collaboration will focus on showcasing their combined expertise in armoured vehicle solutions, reinforcing the strength and interoperability of Nordic defence technologies.
Under the agreement, Patria, a renowned manufacturer of armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs), and Sima Innovation, a Danish specialist in vehicle gun-mount systems, will collaborate on joint presentations, demonstrations, and industry events. The aim is to highlight the seamless integration of Sima’s cutting-edge mounts with Patria’s armoured vehicle platforms, expanding opportunities in global markets.
"Sima Innovation’s commitment to enhancing personnel safety and operational effectiveness in high-risk environments perfectly complements Patria’s mission to provide superior solutions for modern defence forces," said Mikko Karppinen, Patria’s Senior Vice President for Protected Mobility and Defence Systems. He noted that Sima’s ring mount systemhas already been successfully demonstrated on the Patria 6x6 vehicle, proving its compatibility and effectiveness.
Niels Thorup, CEO of Sima Innovation, emphasized the importance of regional cooperation in the current geopolitical climate:
"Security of supply and regional collaboration are more critical than ever. Strengthening Nordic and European defence capabilities requires flexible, modular, and interoperable solutions. This partnership between Patria and Sima Innovation exemplifies how Nordic industry drives innovation and resilience for our allies."
With a shared focus on modular, upgradeable defence solutions, Patria and Sima Innovation are reinforcing Nordic and European defence cooperation, ensuring greater security, adaptability, and operational effectiveness for allied forces.
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