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Nordic Allies Bridge the Gap

A delivery in Germany marks another step toward a shared Nordic capability, built on experience and equipment that neighboring armies can use together.

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Nov 4∙ Paid

Norway, Sweden and Denmark are building their ability to move heavy military equipment across water around the same M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system. On Wednesday, that cooperation reached another milestone when Norway received its first M3N vehicle in Kaiserslautern, Germany.

The three countries have placed national orders with General Dynamics European Land Systems–Bridge Systems (GDELS). Their common choice creates opportunities to share expertise, train together and support one another during operations.

Norway is the third member of Nordic Defence Cooperation (NORDEFCO) to select the system, following Swedenand Denmark.

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