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GM Defense and Jankel Announce Collaboration

The collaboration will focus on pursuing business opportunities for defense and government customers using GM Defense mobility solutions, including the Heavy-Duty Sport Utility Vehicle international variant.

GM Defense and Jankel Announce Collaboration

GM Defense President Steve duMont (left) and Jankel Chairman Andrew Jankel announce collaboration.

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GM Defense and Jankel, which specializs in high-specification defense systems, announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly pursue business opportunities for defense and government customers using GM Defense mobility solutions, including the Heavy-Duty Sport Utility Vehicle (HD SUV) international variant, the Integrated Armored Vehicle (IAV).

The collaboration will include support work in the U.S., in addition to the UK, Europe, and other locations where Jankel has an established support capability.

GM Defense uses a commercial-based approach, leveraging the advanced technologies of its parent, GM, to develop a protected mobility solution, such as the HD SUV, for global defense and government customers. These specially designed vehicles include independent armoring certification with options and configurations to suit customer requirements.

Jankel has delivered over 2,000 specialist protected platforms to more than 15 global customers, including the United Kingdom, Europe and elsewhere.

With armor built into the vehicle design, GM Defense design features help ensure the vehicle is safe, reliable, and easy to maneuver. GM Defense also offers the ability to produce international armored vehicle fleets.

“GM Defense is looking forward to collaborating with Jankel, who can help support mobility solutions such as the HD SUV and IAV,” said Steve duMont, president of GM Defense.

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