US increases investments in mortar production capacities
The US Army and companies of the defence industrial base have been expanding and upgrading their facilities as well as improving capabilities to produce mortar systems and rounds.
MILDEF displayed its Light Tactical Surveillance Vehicle (LTSV) at DSA 2022. (Photo: Dzirhan Mahadzir)
Malaysian company MILDEF International Technologies has unveiled its Light Tactical Surveillance Vehicle (LTSV), which is designed to meet the operational requirements of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) and Royal Malaysian Police (RMP).
Speaking to Shephard during the Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2022 exhibition in Kuala Lumpur on 28-31 March, Mohamad Ruhaizzat, head of procurement at MILDEF, said the LTSV was envisaged for use by airborne and commando units.
At the same time, he added, the vehicle is suitable for border patrol missions, especially the ongoing Operation Benteng against illegal immigration.
Development work on the LTSV began in late 2020. It
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