24 Sep 2026 · 22:09 UTC
New multi-million pound Army support deal for North-East firm to boost national security and growth
An 18 August 2025 Ministry of Defence announcement described a three-year agreement with Cook Defence Systems worth up to £125 million. It covers spare tracks for principal combat vehicles, including Challenger 3. The published amount is a potential maximum, not a confirmed expenditure total.
UK Ministry of Defence · Original source ↗
Source published 18 Aug 2025 · Reviewed 24 Sep 2026