The British subsidiary of German aerospace and defence company "Rheinmetall" has won a contract from the British Ministry of Defence, the parent company announced today, quoted by DPA, BTA reported.
The contract is for the supply of a "Trailblazer" driver monitoring system for the "Warrior" infantry fighting vehicles, the company announced.
Financial details of the contract, which "Rheinmetall Electronics UK" won in an open tender, were not disclosed.
The "Trailblazer" cameras will be used on 359 "Warrior" combat vehicles as a rear-view camera system for safety (RSCS) for the vehicle, providing a key safety feature that allows the driver to recognize the terrain and personnel behind the vehicle, the company said.
Rheinmetall shares are currently trading at 1,589.50 euros, down 3.117% on the Xetra stock exchange, Reuters reported.