- In May 2022, TenCate Advanced Armor was awarded a contract by the Naval Surface Warfare Center to provide maritime buoyant plates for the Antiterrorism Afloat Equipage Program. This initiative is designed to strengthen maritime security by equipping naval forces with advanced protective gear to counter evolving threats. The contract supports efforts to enhance safety measures for personnel operating in high-risk environments at sea. Work under this agreement is expected to be completed by June 2023, with potential extensions until June 2025
- In March 2022, BAE Systems secured a $34.9 million contract from the U.S. Marine Corps to design and develop the Amphibious Combat Vehicle Recovery (ACV-R) variant. This new addition to the ACV family is intended to replace the legacy Assault Amphibious Vehicle recovery variant (AAVR7A1), providing direct field support, maintenance, and recovery capabilities. The contract marks the first phase of the program, focusing on design and development over a 20-month period, followed by production test vehicles for evaluation
- In March 2022, BAE Systems secured a contract from the U.S. Army Contracting Command to manufacture and deliver M109A7 self-propelled howitzers and M992A3 ammunition carriers. This agreement is part of a broader effort to modernize military assets, ensuring troops have access to advanced combat vehicles for enhanced operational readiness. The contract supports the Army’s Armored Brigade Combat Teams (ABCT) by providing improved firepower, mobility, and survivability. Work is being carried out across multiple U.S. locations, with completion expected by January 2029
- In February 2022, TenCate Advanced Armor partnered with Mack Defense to develop a force protection system for the Mack Granite-based M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck (HDT) and other Mack Defense vehicle platforms. This system enhances occupant safety in hostile environments by integrating advanced armor solutions, blast protection, and active blast mitigation. The armored cab provides customizable protection kits, ensuring adaptability to various threat levels. The initiative strengthens military vehicle survivability while maintaining mobility and operational efficiency
