MAV’Rx on show to select few
The first photo released of the private venture MAV’Rx in the armoured personnel carrier configuration. (Photo: Arquus)
Arquus’s latest 4x4 vehicle prototype was presented in a private setting and features a weapons system from John Cockerill Group.
At Eurosatory, Arquus, a leading French defence company, unveiled its latest prototype, the MAV’Rx. This 4x4 vehicle has reached the prototype stage through internal R&D funding and was presented to select customers in a private setting.
Arquus, currently a subsidiary of the Swedish Volvo Group, is in the process of being acquired by the Belgian John Cockerill Group. Emmanuel Levacher, president of Arquus, mentioned: “We will soon be part of the John Cockerill Group, with ongoing discussions with all interested parties.”
This acquisition is expected to be synergistic, with John Cockerill Defence providing the weapon systems and Arquus offering the
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