Harrogate-based defence manufacturing firm is building armoured vehicles destined for war-torn Ukraine
A Harrogate-based defence manufacturing firm has secured orders worth a combined £17.5 million with Ukraine.
The order of four armoured vehicles for the frontline in Ukraine marks a significant milestone for a Harrogate company which is the UK's only independent tracked armoured vehicle designer and manufacturer.
ARMEXIS platforms are designed with a clear mission: to deliver protective capability that enhance survivability and support personnel operating in high-risk environments.
Detailed specifications of the company’s APC(T)11 (Armoured Personnel Carrier Tracked) and IFV(T)44 (Infantry Fighting Vehicle Tracked) are now being finalised with the platforms scheduled to be delivered in 2027.
Richard Matthews, Group CEO of ARMEXIS, saidd: “This is an extremely significant step in our operational development.
"As the political debate rages about the UK’s defence capabilities in a volatile world, we are the only company delivering cost-effective, rapidly deployable platforms for modern war zones.
“We are especially proud that our first armoured vehicles are going to Ukraine, which continues to defend its sovereignty and sets an example of heroism and resilience.”
ARMEXIS employs and develops skilled professionals across a range of disciplines, including design engineering, fabrication and welding, and mechanical engineering.
Richard Matthews said: “Our model challenges traditional long-cycle procurement approaches by focusing on delivery speed, efficiency and operational relevance.”
"We are also proud that our growth is supporting the preservation and expansion of traditional British engineering and manufacturing skills.”
The Harrogate company is entering a pivotal phase of execution.
ARMEXIS has a 76% UK supply chain and is looking to improve this with more British suppliers all the time.
After securing its first orders, it is set to move into operational delivery and is accelerating its plans to expand its production capability.
The company’s focus over the next six months will be on delivering operational platforms, scaling production capability asd strengthening its position within the global defence market.
Richard Matthews said: “We are creating a new and disruptive model for defence manufacturing.
"At a time of increasing geo-political instability, we are addressing a critical capability gap by meeting faster development and delivery timelines and creating lean, cost-competitive and scalable manufacturing systems."