Armée lituanienne/Lithuanian Armed Forces

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Alenia Aeronautica has delivered the last C-27J to the Lithuanian Air Force
10/22/2009
Alenia Aeronautica has delivered on the 21st of October 2009 to the Air Force of the Lithuanian Republic the last out of 3 C-27Js, as per the contract signed in June 2006, fully meeting time schedule.

The first aircraft had been delivered to the Lithuanian Air Force in December 2006 and the second one in December 2008.
The ceremony took place at Siauliai Military Airport (Lithuania) at the presence of the Defence Ministry - Miss Rasa Jukneviciene – Commander of the Armed Forces - Maj Gen Arvydas Pocius - and Commander of the Lithuanian Air Force - Brig Gen Arturas Leita, and of Alenia Aeronautica’s top management.
The Lithuanian Defence Ministry has expressed his full satisfaction for this successful programme for the Country’s Armed Forces.
Giovanni Bertolone, CEO of Alenia Aeronautica, commented, “After one month from the ceremony for the delivery of the first refurbished G.222 for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and assigned to the Afghan Air Force, today’s delivery, with the last C-27J to the Lithuanian Air Force, stands once again for the strong commitment by Alenia Aeronautica in fulfilling its contractual duties and in assuring its customers’ full satisfaction”.
The C-27J, developed by Alenia Aeronautica, is an aircraft capable of accomplishing many missions among which transport of troops, goods and medical stuff, paradrop operations, search and rescue (SAR), support to civil protection and maritime patrolling activities.
The C-27J represents the most advanced programme of last-generation tactical transport airplanes and will be used by the Lithuanian Air Force for the transport of troops and materials, also outside national borders, within the operations led by NATO agreements, whose organisation Lithuania has been member since 2004.

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Lithuanian army to receive Expal 120-MX2-SM 120mm towed mortars


Defense News October 2022 Global Security army industry

POSTED ON MONDAY, 31 OCTOBER 2022 14:30


In a tweet posted on October 28, the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced "We are acquiring a modern and reliable Expal 120-MX2-SM mortar system from Spain which will significantly strengthen the indirect fire support capability of the Lithuanian Army".



120-MX2-SM mortar (Picture source: Expal)


The Defence Materiel Agency under the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence and the Spanish company Expal Systems, S.A. agreed on Lithuania’s acquisition of 120 mm Expal 120-MX2-SM towed mortars. The equipment is to be delivered over two years, half of the batch by the end of 2023.

“Acquisition of such sophisticated and particularly high-quality weaponry will increase indirect fire support capabilities in the Lithuanian Armed Forces significantly,” says Minister of National Defence Arvydas Anušauskas.

The system meets NATO weaponry standards. Expal’s 120-MX2-SM mortar can hit targets at a maximum range of 8 km (4.9 miles). Apart from 120mm, Expal Systems produces 60- and 81-mm mortar systems. The company’s entire portfolio of munitions is currently in service in more than 35 NATO and allied countries.



http://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_october_2022_global_security_army_industry/lithuanian_army_to_receive_expal_120-mx2-sm_120mm_towed_mortars.html

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Lithuania receives second batch of 50 US JLTVs 4x4 armored tactical vehicles


POSTED ON WEDNESDAY, 07 DECEMBER 2022 17:42

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The Lithuania Ministry of Defense announced that it had received a second batch of 50 American-made Oshkosh JLTV Joint Light Tactical Vehicles that was delivered to the Lithuanian Armed Forces Depot Service in Mumaičiai, Šiauliai district.

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Lithuania received the second batch of American-made JLTV 4x4 tactical armored vehicles. (Picture
source Lithuania MoD K. Kavolėlis)

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In total, 200 JLTVs will be delivered to the Lithuanian Armed Forces as agreed in the contract between the Ministry of National Defence of Lithuania and the United States Government in 2019. The Ministry of National Defence signed a supplement to the contract additionally in October this year to acquire 300 more units of the JLTV which will arrive by the end of 2025. The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is manufactured by the U.S. company Oshkosh Defense.

“The Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) installed in part of the JLTVs enables the gunner to control the heavy 12.7 mm machine gun from inside the armored vehicle. Daylight and thermal imaging cameras and a laser rangefinder multiply the efficiency of the powerful machine gun. We will have become more mobile and harder for the potential enemy to bite into,” says Minister of National Defence Arvydas Anušauskas.

The delivered JLTV reached the Port of Hamburg in Germany from the Port of Baltimore in the U.S. and Lithuania. Oshkosh Defense personnel is currently working at Mumaičiai getting ready the JLTV for operation and assembling the OGPK (Objective Gunners Protection Kit) turrets. The vehicles will be passed into the responsibility of the Lithuanian Armed Forces.

The first shipment including 50 JLTVs arrived in Lithuania last summer and is now successfully used by the Lithuanian military. The JLTVs will be assigned to battalions of the Lithuanian Armed Forces Iron Wolf and Griffin Brigades, the national Rapid Response Force being a matter of priority.

The JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) was developed by the American company Oshkosh Defence to provide a new generation of 4x4 armored vehicles for the US Army and Marine Corps. In August 2015, the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC) awarded Oshkosh Defense, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, a $6.7 billion firm fixed price production contract to manufacture the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV).

The JLTV is an advanced all-terrain vehicle with high crew protection. They will keep our troops safer and our reconnaissance, artillery and support operations more effective. The light armored vehicles will not only improve our armed capabilities but also the interoperability of U.S. and Lithuanian forces.



Lithuania receives second batch of 50 US JLTVs 4x4 armored tactical vehicles | Defense News December 2022 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2022 | Archive News year (armyrecognition.com)

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Lithuania signs contract with France to acquire 18 CAESAR NG 155mm self-propelled howitzers


POSTED ON FRIDAY, 16 DECEMBER 2022 17:02

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Lithuania signed a contract with France to acquire 18 Nexter CAESAR NG (New Generation) 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzers following a letter of intent that was signed in June 2022 during the International Defense Exhibition Eurosatory in Paris, France.

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Artist drawing of Nexter CAESAR NG New Generation 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer. (Picture source Nexter)

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Lithuania is the third country after France and Belgium to acquire the New Generation (NG) version of the CAESAR 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzers.

France has already donated to Ukraine 18 155mm CAESAR 6x6 self-propelled howitzers which have shown very high combat effectiveness against the Russian forces, and thanks to the use of guided artillery munitions, the CAESAR was able to destroy targets like vehicles or tanks with very high precision.

The CAESAR NG is an improved variant of the previous version of the CAESAR but uses the same 155 mm/52 caliber cannon mounted at the rear of the truck chassis. The gun has a maximum firing range of 40 km with standard ammunition.

The design of the new 6X6 CAESAR NG will have the same configuration as the previous versions with a crew cabin at the front and the 155mm cannon mounted at the rear of the truck chassis, but it features new improvements in terms of protection and mobility. The CAESAR NG is motorized with a new powerful engine developing 460 hp instead of 260 hp on the previous version. It will be also equipped with a new automatic transmission and a new chassis produced by the French company ARQUUS.

The armor of the CAESAR NG truck cabin has been increased to offer more protection against the firing of small arms and blasts of IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices).

The new improvements of the CAESAR NG also include a new firing control software, radio communication system CONTACT as well as a communication jamming system BARAGE produced by the French company Thales.

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Lithuania signs contract with France to acquire 18 CAESAR NG 155mm self-propelled howitzers | Defense News December 2022 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2022 | Archive News year (armyrecognition.com)

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MAR  6

Lithuania to buy FN Herstal MINIMI Mk3 machine guns and Saab Carl-Gustaf M4 anti-tank ammunition

According to the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense, the Lithuanian Armed Forces will replenish their stocks with FN Herstal MINIMI 7.62 Mk3 machine guns and and Carl-Gustaf M4 ammunition. The Defence Materiel Agency under the Ministry of National Defence carries out the acquisition of vital weaponry and ammunition in pursuit of strengthened Lithuanian defence capabilities and investment in Lithuanian Armed Forces stocks, the latest acquisition being a new batch of munitions for  the Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifle and FN MINIMI 7.62 light machine guns. 

he Lithuanian Defence Materiel Agency under the Ministry of National Defence signed an FN MINIMI 7.62 acquisition contract with Belgian manufacturer FN Herstal, S.A., last month (Picture source:  FN Herstal) Lithuania to buy FN Herstal MINIMI Mk3 machine guns and Saab Carl-Gustaf M4 anti-tank ammunition | World Defence News

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JUN  5

Lithuania to acquire more GROM MANPADS Missiles from Poland

VILNIUS, Lithuania — June 5, 2023: The Lithuania Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced in a Tweet today that the country will continue strengthening its air defense capabilities by acquiring additional GROM Man-Portable Air-Defense System (MANPADS) missiles from Poland. 

Polish-made GROM MANPADS Man Portable Air Defense Missile System. (Picture source Army Recognition) World Defence News

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Lithuania to buy tanks in record €2 billion order


NEWSARMY By Dylan Malyasov jul 25, 2023

Lithuania plans to buy main battle tanks from Germany as part of an order worth a total of €2 billion ($2,2 billion), according to the Senior National Security Adviser to the President of the Republic of Lithuania, Kęstutis Budrys.

“This will be one of Lithuania’s largest purchases – not only for the army, but for Lithuania as a whole. We are talking about 2 billion euros, including not only the cost of the tanks, but also ammunition, logistics, and supplies. This is a large purchase,” said Budrys.

On Tuesday, Budris said that no decision has been made on what kind of tanks Lithuania might buy.


In May, Lithuanian Army Commander Valdemaras Rupšys announced the formation of a light infantry division consisting of three brigades and a tank battalion in Lithuania.

Rupšys emphasized that the formation of a tank battalion is necessary for the country, regardless of the decision to create a Lithuanian division.


https://defence-blog.com/lithuania-to-buy-tanks-in-record-e2-billion-order/  

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  05.10.2023

Volvo Defense va livrer 3 000 camions à l'Estonie et à la Lituanie




Les armées de Lituanie et d'Estonie poursuivent leur modernisation et leurs achats mutualisés d’armements. En mai, par exemple, l’Estonie et la Lettonie ont annoncé des négociations avec le groupe allemand Diehl Defense afin d’acquérir le système de défense sol-air IRIS-T SLM. Cette année aussi, Lituanie, l’Estonie et la Lettonie ont acheté en commun, des munitions, pour un montant 50 millions d’euros, destinées au canon sans recul de type Carl Gustaf, via l’Agence européenne de défense.

Lituanie et  Estonie ont annoncé, mardi, avoir conjointement commandé 3 000 camions militaires à la firme Volvo Defense. Ces camions seront livrés sur 7 ans à partir de 2024. La valeur de ce marché est de 440 millions d'euros.

Les deux armées vont percevoir des camions FMX en 5 configurations (4x4, 6x6 ou 8x8) qui seront assemblées à Gothenburg.




https://lignesdedefense.blogs.ouest-france.fr/archive/2023/10/04/volvo-defense-va-livrer-3%C2%A0000-camions-a-l-estonie-et-a-la-lituanie.html

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 LAST UPDATED: 29 NOVEMBER 2023



Airbus H145M for Lithuanian Border Guard

On 29 November 2023, Airbus Helicopters announced that a contract was signed at this year's European Rotors trade show in Madrid (Spain) for the delivery of three five-bladed H145M multi-mission helicopters to the Lithuanian Border Guard.

The helicopters will be operated for a wide range of missions including search and rescue, disaster relief and medevac, border patrol, firefighting, transport of donor organs, and operational deployment of the Lithuanian Special Forces.

The Valstybes Sienos Apsaugos Tarnyba (State Border Protection Service) is based at Paluknys and currently operates a fleet of five Airbus helicopters, two EC120B Colibri (LY-HCB and LY-HCC), two EC135T2i (LY-HCD and LY-HCE) and one EC145C2 (LY-HCF).

The new version of Airbus’ H145 adds a new, innovative five-bladed rotor to the multi-mission H145, increasing the useful load of the helicopter by 150 kg.


https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/airbus-h145m-for-lithuanian-border-guard

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 NOV 30

Lithuanian Army modernizes its Military Fleet with Mercedes-Benz G 350 All-Terrain Vehicles


On November 28, 2023, Lithuania incorporated the first batch of Mercedes-Benz G 350 d all-terrain vehicles into its military fleet, as announced
by the Ministry of National Defense. This acquisition marks a major milestone in enhancing the operational capabilities of the Lithuanian army.


Lithuania incorporated the first batch of Mercedes-Benz G 350 d all-terrain vehicles into its military fleet. (Picture source: Lithuania MoD)



http://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2023/11/lithuanian-army-modernizes-its-military.html  

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 DEC 15

Lithuania acquires more NASAMS air defense missile systems from KONGSBERG of Norway


Vilnius, Lithuania, December 15, 2023: In a significant move to enhance its national security, Lithuania has finalized a deal with Norwegian
Company Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) for additional NASAMS (National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) air
defense systems. This EUR 200 million contract marks a crucial step in Lithuania's efforts to modernize and strengthen its air defense capabilities.  



A NASAMS surface-to-air missile is fired during the military exercise Formidable Shield 2023. (Picture source Norway MoD)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2023/12/lithuania-acquires-more-nasams-air.html  

The first phase of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV) acquisition is complete. 50 new units arrived in Lithuania yesterday, fulfilling the 2019 contract with the US Government for 200 JLTVs. A second contract signed in 2022 will bring additional 300 JLTVs beginning next year. pic.twitter.com/N70Pinysj5

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) December 30, 2023

@LTU_Army started a new year with a new addition to their arsenal – the EXPAL 120-MX2-SM 120mm mortars. This modern high-quality weaponry marks a significant enhancement to our indirect fire support capabilities. All procured mortars will reach Lithuania by this summer. pic.twitter.com/xXW2JRyJmw

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) January 2, 2024

One more step in strengthening the @LTU_Army artillery capability: Lithuania is acquiring Multi Mission radars THALES GM200 MM/C.

This joint procurement with the Netherlands provides numerous opportunities for enhanced cooperation in the areas of acquisition and support. pic.twitter.com/KwDea4udSg

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) January 3, 2024

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 Quatrième succès de rang pour le radar GM200 MM/C de Thales

Nathan Gain 3 janvier, 2024

Et de quatre. Après les Pays-Bas, la Norvège et le Danemark, le radar GM200 Multi Mission/Compact de Thales est cette fois retenu par la Lituanie pour renforcer, entre autres, ses capacités de contre-batterie.

Résultat d’un accord entre ministères de la défense lituanien et néerlandais, ce programme valorisé à plus de 126 M€ verra Thales livrer un volume non détaillé de radars GM200 MM/C à compter de 2026. L’acquisition s’accompagne de prestations de soutien, de la formation des opérateurs à la fourniture de pièces de rechange.

« Les radars achetés par la Lituanie comportent des solutions avancées qui offriront aux unités militaires un avantage technologique et une plus grande flexibilité opérationnelle », commente ce matin la Défense lituanienne.

Ces capteurs multifonctions « renforceront considérablement les capacités de l’artillerie. Le but de ces radars est de déterminer les positions des systèmes d’appui-feu indirect de l’ennemi en fonction de la trajectoire des projectiles lancés et d’assurer une réponse rapide aux tirs ennemis. C’est un achat très important », déclare le ministre de la Défense nationale de Lituanie, Arvydas Anušauskas.

Co-développé avec les forces armées néerlandaises, le GM200 MM/C est l’un des derniers-nés de la famille de radars 4D AESA (antenne active à balayage électronique) du groupe français. Déployable en moins de deux minutes, il garantit une couverture à 360° et une portée instrumentée d’environ 400 km contre les menaces évoluant à basse altitude et/ou à faible vitesse, dont les drones et les roquettes et obus d’artillerie et de mortier.

Présenté sur un châssis Zetros 6×6 de Mercedes, le futur système lituanien s’inscrit dans un cadre binational susceptible de s’étendre à d’autres coopérations, notamment dans le domaine du soutien. « La participation éventuelle de l’industrie de défense lituanienne à la mise en œuvre de projets similaires est également envisagée », note par ailleurs le ministère de la Défense.

https://www.forcesoperations.com/quatrieme-succes-de-rang-pour-le-radar-gm200-mm-c-de-thales/  

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 JAN 8

Lithuania to acquire new Swedish Saab RBS 70 NG MSHORAD


The Lithuanian government has officially entered into an agreement with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration for the joint purchase of
an unspecified number of RBS 70 NG mobile short-range air defense systems (MSHORAD). Notably designed for enhanced flexibility and modularity,
the RBS 70 NG can be integrated into various vehicle platforms. This adaptability was showcased at DSEI 2023 in London, where the RBS 70 NG was
mounted on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle.



Based on RBS 70 NG and Giraffe 1X multi-mission 3D radar respectively, MSHORAD’s vehicle-based Mobile Firing Unit (MFU) and Mobile Radar
Unit (MRU), combined with a Saab command and control (C2) system, are designed and available from Saab as its MSHORAD air defense system
(Picture source: Army Recognition)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/01/lithuania-to-acquire-new-swedish-saab.html

Two newly built military bases in Vilnius and Šilalė districts are handed over to the @LTU_Army upon completion of construction. These new bases will soon accommodate our troops, marking a crucial milestone in developing and modernizing the Lithuanian military infrastructure. pic.twitter.com/rY0Bqs66N8

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) January 8, 2024

New helicopter hangar opened today at @LTU_Army Air Base. It will store helicopters, facilitate aircraft maintenance & house administrative workspaces. Šiauliai Air Base is currently undergoing long-term infrastructure development to enhance military & peacetime air operations. pic.twitter.com/L1NzZO7W5G

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) January 9, 2024

Approved by the National Defence Council: a new Infantry Division will be established in the Lithuanian Armed Forces, the Leopard 2 tank platform will be purchased as the necessary aggravating capability of the new division. It marks a huge step in modernising @LTU_Army. pic.twitter.com/nPf93Ohikb

— Lithuanian MOD (@Lithuanian_MoD) January 26, 2024

As Sweden and #NATO are closer than ever, air forces already work very closely to be #StrongerTogether ! https://t.co/3wddU2oSmg

— Armée française - Opérations militaires (@EtatMajorFR) February 6, 2024

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  MAR 19

Lithuania acquires German G-36 automatic rifle for Lithuanian Armed Forces


As part of an initiative to modernize its forces, Lithuania plans to enhance the arsenal of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union by acquiring new G-36
automatic rifles, with a total investment amounting to 3.5 million euros. This acquisition underscores Lithuania's commitment to strengthening its
defense capabilities in response to the evolving dynamics of global security.



Lithuania plans to enhance the arsenal of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union by acquiring new G-36 automatic rifles. (Picture source: Lithuanian MoD)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/03/lithuania-acquires-german-g-36.html

#Ukraine

La Lituanie donne son feu vert pour déployer des instructeurs militaires en Ukraine afin de former les combattants Ukrainiens.https://t.co/QkQrkgQa2D

— Cartes du Monde (@CartesDuMonde) May 31, 2024

Le ministère de la Défense de Lituanie a conclu un accord avec l'entreprise suédoise de défense Saab pour l'acquisition du système de défense aérienne mobile à courte portée RBS70 NG (MSHORAD). https://t.co/tpQW3MGuoD

— Christophe Tymowski (@Christophe_Tymo) July 9, 2024

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 JUL 26

Lithuania and Poland to Jointly Acquire Piorun Air Defence Systems


Lithuania and Poland have announced their intention to jointly acquire the Piorun short-range man-portable air defense system (MANPADS) to
enhance their air defense capabilities. This purchase will be partially funded through the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through the
Common Procurement Act (EDIRPA), with both countries and two other European nations seeking support from the European Union.



Lithuania and Poland have announced their intention to jointly acquire the Piorun short-range man-portable air defense system.
(Picture source: Lithuanian MoD)


https://worlddefencenews.blogspot.com/2024/07/lithuania-and-poland-to-jointly-acquire.html