Denmark has expanded its investment in modern armored vehicles with a new order for 44 additional CV9035 MkIIIC infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) from BAE Systems. The purchase builds on the country’s earlier 2024 order of 115 CV90s, bringing the Royal Danish Army’s future fleet to 159 CV9035 MkIIIC units by 2030. The acquisition is part of Denmark’s plan to replace its existing fleet of 44 CV9035DKs instead of pursuing a mid-life upgrade program.
Valued at around $450 million, the latest contract includes essential spares, logistical support, and comprehensive training to ensure seamless integration of the new platforms. The MkIIIC variant shares the same upgraded configuration introduced under the Netherlands’ CV90 modernization program, including the newest turret design and enhanced mission capabilities.
Designed by BAE Systems Hägglunds, the CV90 family supports a broad spectrum of weapon systems such as autocannons, machine guns, grenade launchers, and guided missiles. The Royal Danish Army has operated the CV90 since 2007, making the platform a core part of the country’s mechanized forces.
Beyond Denmark, the CV90 is widely used across Europe, including by Estonia, Finland, and Sweden. In June 2025, Sweden and three other nations signed a statement of intent to jointly procure CV90 IFVs, reinforcing the platform’s growing strategic importance within NATO. Additionally, Denmark and Sweden have supplied CV90s to Ukraine, contributing to Kyiv’s armored capability in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
