HAIFA, ISRAEL (BNS): Elbit Systems has been awarded a contract worth approximately $20 million, for the supply of upgraded armoured personnel carriers (APCs) to the Philippines Armed Forces.
The upgrade will include 25 mm unmanned turrets, 12.7 mm remote controlled weapon stations (RCWS) and fire control systems (FCS) for 90 mm turrets. The APCs will be supplied over a one-year period, the Company said.
The contract marks a significant breakthrough for Elbit Systems as it is the first one awarded to the company in the Philippines.
Elbit Systems to supply upgraded APCs to Philippines
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