Team Boxer UK delivers 100th Boxer vehicle for the British Army
Built in Britain for Britain: A landmark achievement underscores the UK’s manufacturing prowess, sovereign capabilities, and defense preparedness.
Telford, UK, 25 June 2026 – Team Boxer UK has celebrated a significant milestone with the delivery of the 100th Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle (MIV) to the UK Ministry of Defence. This accomplishment highlights the effective utilization of the UK’s sovereign manufacturing capabilities and the ongoing progress of one of the nation’s pivotal land defense programs.
The Boxer vehicle is pivotal for the British Army, offering a highly protected, modular, and versatile platform that is fundamental to the Army’s future operational capabilities.
Achieving the 100-vehicle landmark not only marks a critical moment for the program but also emphasizes the successful establishment of two production facilities in the UK. This achievement reflects the growth of a nationwide supply chain and the solid collaboration between government, industry, and the Armed Forces, showcasing the potential of international cooperation paired with British industrial expertise.
The program stems from a collaborative effort involving Rheinmetall, KNDS, the British Army, the National Armaments Director Group (NAD Group), Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), OCCAR, and the ARTEC consortium, along with a robust network of UK supply chain partners. Collectively, they are enhancing the Army’s future force capabilities while strengthening the UK’s sovereign industrial base.
The delivery milestone stands as a testament to the commitment and skills of the hundreds of engineers, technicians, apprentices, program specialists, military personnel, and supply chain partners dedicated to providing this essential capability for the British Army across the UK.
Martyn Williams, Senior Responsible Owner for Boxer at the NAD Group, commented:
“The delivery of the 100th Boxer to the UK Ministry of Defence is a significant milestone and reflects the tremendous work done by OCCAR, ARTEC, KNDS, Rheinmetall, the NAD Group, and the wider MOD. Together, we have established two UK Boxer production lines and developed broad supply chains across the UK. The international collaboration fostered through OCCAR and ARTEC has facilitated technology transfer to the UK, building upon our proud history in armored vehicle manufacturing.”
Rebecca Richards, Managing Director of Rheinmetall UK, added:
“Reaching the 100-vehicle milestone is a significant achievement for all the teams involved in delivering Boxer in the UK. It reflects the dedication and expertise of our workforce, suppliers, and partners, who are instrumental in creating long-term manufacturing capacity and reinforcing sovereign industrial capabilities. Boxer is cultivating enduring skills and investment, while providing a world-class capability for the British Army and bolstering prosperity across the UK.”
Tony Webb, Operations Director at KNDS UK, stated:
“The delivery of the 100th Boxer vehicle illustrates the importance of long-term investment in sovereign defense capabilities and the robustness of the UK’s defense industrial base. Programs like Boxer sustain critical skills, support SMEs within a resilient national supply chain, and drive advancements in manufacturing. This milestone exemplifies the power of collaboration between government, industry, and international partners, producing lasting strategic advantages for the UK.”
Boxer vehicles are manufactured at Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) in Telford and KNDS UK in Stockport, underscoring the strength of British defense manufacturing and the capability to deliver intricate armoured vehicle programs from domestic facilities.
This program, leveraging an extensive UK supply chain, is crucial for sustaining and developing important industrial skills, supporting regional economic growth, and enhancing the manufacturing capabilities necessary for future defense needs.
As Boxer vehicles continue to be deployed, they will enhance British Army formations’ mobility, protection, and operational flexibility across various missions and environments.
Apart from delivering top-tier military capabilities, the program fosters highly skilled employment, apprenticeships, and advanced engineering knowledge throughout the UK.
Spanning design, assembly, supply chain integration, and support, Boxer demonstrates the UK’s capacity to manufacture and execute complex armoured vehicle programs effectively within its borders.
The 100th Boxer delivery symbolizes more than just a production milestone; it celebrates the individuals, partnerships, and industrial expertise that have brought this program to fruition. Built in Britain for Britain, Boxer showcases how international collaboration, British engineering excellence, and sustained industrial investment unite to provide world-class capabilities for the Armed Forces.
As Team Boxer UK commemorates this accomplishment, work continues to advance the program and support the modernization of the British Army’s future land capabilities.
