BAE signs UK defence deal

Chicago News.Net
Wednesday 20th August, 2008

BAE Systems has signed a 15-year deal with the UK Ministry of Defence to supply the UK armed forces with small arms and medium-calibre ammunition.

It also includes mortar bombs, tank, artillery and naval gun shells.

The deal covers about 80% of the munitions used by the armed forces on operations and training.

The dealis said to be initially worth about £2 billion.

The contract could rise to a total of £3 billion, depending on how much ammunition was ordered.

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