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Conversion and life-extension of Leopard 1 support tanks

Riigi Kaitseinvesteeringute Keskus · published 29 May 2026 · · Source ↗

Deadline
Budget / value€33.0m
Stated contract value in EUR.
Statusawarded
CPV35411000
GroundLogistics & sustainment
Why it matters
This is a sizeable Estonian armoured-vehicle refit contract going to a German incumbent, FFG, confirming its continuing role in Baltic Leopard-fleet modernisation. Land-platform subsystem, armour, powertrain and MRO suppliers with ties to FFG or Baltic defence procurement should note the multi-year 2025-2030 delivery window for subcontracting opportunities.
Do this: Land-platform component and MRO suppliers should contact FFG Flensburger Fahrzeugbau directly to explore subcontracting on the 2025-2030 Leopard 1 refit programme, as the prime contract has already been awarded.
Route: subcontract to prime · For: Established SME suppliers & subsystem makersPrimes & integrators

The Estonian Centre for Defence Investment (Riigi Kaitseinvesteeringute Keskus) has awarded a contract worth EUR 33,000,000 to FFG Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft mbH for upgrading and extending the lifecycle of existing Leopard 1 support tanks between 2025 and 2030.…

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