INDRA LAND VEHICLES AND IDV SIGN A STRATEGIC AGREEMENT FOR A NEW SPANISH MARINE INFANTRY COMBAT VEHICLE
· IDV will supply Indra with 34 SUPERAV 8×8 platforms, which represent the benchmark for state-of-the-art amphibious armoured vehicles;
· The agreement will reinforce Indra Group’s role as a Spanish company at the forefront of the integration of combat platforms;
· Within the framework of the Special Modernization Program for the Spanish Armed Forces, Indra will deliver 4 variants of the Marine Infantry Amphibious Combat Vehicle to the Spanish MoD: Troop Transport, Command and Control, Recovery and Ambulance.
Madrid, April 17, 2026.- Indra Land Vehicles and IDV, a Leonardo Company, have reached a strategic agreement that forms the basis for delivering the new Marine Infantry Amphibious Combat Vehicle (VACIM), as requested by the Spanish Ministry of Defence within the framework of a Special Modernization Program (PEM).
This contract constitutes a key milestone geared towards providing the Spanish Marine Infantry with crucial, cutting-edge, and fully interoperable capabilities, while reinforcing its potential for amphibious projection and its operations in coastal settings. The collaboration with IDV will allow for the integration of state-of-the-art platforms with high degrees of mobility, protection, and reliability for missions at sea and on land.
From an industrial standpoint, the contract, which includes the supply of 34 SUPERAV platforms by IDV, will endow the two companies with significant strategic value:
· For Indra Land Vehicles, it will mean reinforcing its role as a leading Spanish integrator, expanding its catalog with amphibious solutions, and consolidating its value chain in the field of combat platforms.
· For IDV, the collaboration will create new opportunities for sustained industrial collaboration in Spain, while reaffirming its technology as the reference standard for amphibious capability, superior performance and advanced mobility across maritime and land domains. This partnership represents a significant step forward for the company, consolidating its position in the global defence sector and demonstrating the reliability and effectiveness of its platforms in complex scenarios.
Industrial development and integration
As part of the program, Indra Group will deliver Troop Transport, Command and Control, Recovery and Ambulance variants of the VACIM, integrating the SUPERAV 8×8 platformswith the mission systems requested by the Spanish MoD. These tasks, performed in Indra’s industrial facilities in Spain, will include the installation of the above-mentioned systems and the functional adaptation, validation, and final delivery of the vehicles configured for the Marine Infantry.
“The SUPERAV 8×8 has already been selected by the United States Marine Corps and by the Italian Armed Forces. In the USA IDV’s amphibious platform serves as base of the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), supplied in partnership with BAE Systems; while in Italy the SUPERAV, equipped with Leonardo’s weapon systems, is the base of the Veicolo Blindato Anfibio (VBA). Thanks to the contract signed with Indra, IDV will deliver the state-of-the-art amphibious armoured platform, enabling Spain to renew and expand its National Defence vehicle fleet and effectively address current and future operational challenges”, stated Nazario Bianchini, Head of Sales IDV.
Frank Torres, CPO and Managing Director of Indra Land Vehicles, declared: “The collaboration with IDV will constitute a decisive step within the project to equip the Spanish Marine Infantry with the capabilities required by today’s demanding scenarios, and the beginning of a stable, long-term industrial relationship. The contract, together with Indra’s delivery of new specialized variants, will enhance the amphibious capabilities of our Armed Forces and enable Indra to continue establishing a robust, innovative, and forward-thinking industrial base”.
With this contract, Indra Land Vehicles and IDV have cemented the foundations of a strategic partnership which is expected to extend to future joint programs and developments, thus promoting the innovation, technological sovereignty, and competitiveness of the sector in Spain.
About Indra
Indra is a leading Spanish multinational and one of the foremost global defense, air traffic and space companies that, through technology, protects our current way of life and anticipates the needs of the future. Its committed team of experts, its in-depth knowledge of the business and the latest technologies, and its unique innovation and systems integration capabilities make it the trusted technology partner for key operations and digitalization for its customers around the world. Thanks to its leadership in major European programs and projects, as well as its spirit of collaboration and partnership strategy, it drives the industrial and innovative ecosystem in these sectors. Indra is an Indra Group company which in 2025 achieved revenue totaling €5.457 billion, with a local presence in 46 countries and business operations in over 140.
About IDV
IDV, a Leonardo Company, is dedicated to delivering innovative automotive and protection solutions to meet the needs of military customers worldwide. The company manufactures specialist logistic, protected, and armoured vehicles to meet a broad spectrum of defence applications.
