Denmark and Sweden Collaborate to Provide Ukraine with 50 CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles and Prepare for Additional Deliveries
Denmark and Sweden have joined forces to supply Ukraine with 50 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles, with preparations underway for additional deliveries. The collaborative effort involves a commitment of nearly 1.8 billion Danish kroner (approximately $264 million). While Ukraine has already received 50 IFVs, the allocated funds will support the transfer of additional vehicles and the creation of new ones, as stated in a communication on the Danish government's website.
Danish officials emphasize that the funding will also cover spare parts, ammunition, and a long-term technical support agreement for the CV90, ensuring logistical support for the combat vehicles after their delivery to Ukraine.
"Denmark and Sweden have exemplary defence cooperation at both bilateral and NATO, NORDEFCO, and EU levels, which is crucial for the security of both countries. The current bilateral agreement is a significant contribution to our shared commitment to continue supporting Ukraine in its fight for freedom. Therefore, we are joining forces to deliver Swedish-made infantry fighting vehicles that Ukraine has requested for use in its defence against Russia," stated Danish Minister of Defence Trine Bramsen.
In addition, Denmark has approved a 16th donor assistance package for Ukraine amounting to 7 billion Danish kroner (around $1 billion). Apart from cooperation with Sweden, this package includes procurement agreements for weapons, ammunition, and equipment in collaboration with the United Kingdom, Germany, Estonia, the Czech Republic, and the Netherlands.
It's worth noting that the German government has also delivered another military assistance package to Ukraine, including the Patriot air defence system and missiles. This marks the second air defence system provided to Ukraine by Germany. In addition to the Patriot system, Ukraine has received nine Bandvagn 206 all-terrain vehicles, nearly 14,000 155mm calibre ammunition from Bundeswehr stocks and industrial enterprises, three remote mine clearance systems, 14 anti-drone systems, eight Zetros tractors, four tractors with semi-trailers, eight Zetros tankers, and 47,400 40mm calibre rounds. Germany remains one of the largest donors of military aid to Ukraine.