Celsius receives order for the CV90 combat vehicle

Spare parts order for CV90 Celsius business unit Bofors Weapon Systems has received an order for the CV90 combat vehicle system. The value of the order is in the region of SEK 17 M. The order can be considered as a first step in the procurement of spare parts materiel for the CV90 system due to the introduction of ongoing upgradings and technical improvements. Further spare parts orders of the same type are expected during this autumn. For further information, please contact Anders Florenius, Vice President/Group Communications, on + 46 (0)8 - 463 00 53 or + 46 (0)70 - 582 32 30 (mobile). Celsius is an international advanced-technology and knowledge-based corporation which, in close interaction with its customers develops, manufactures and maintains advanced systems, products and services within three core areas: Defence, with a focus on electronics, IT and smart weapon systems; Aerotech Services, which comprises advanced services, consultancy and maintenance, primarily for defence-sector customers, and Aviation Services, which is focused on engine and component maintenance and asset management services for the commercial market. This comprehensive competence provides a platform for the development of new products and services with strong growth potential in both defence-related and commercial markets. Celsius has sales in excess of SEK 12 billion and some 9,500 employees. ------------------------------------------------------------ Please visit http://www.bit.se for further information The following files are available for download: http://www.bit.se/bitonline/1999/10/06/19991006BIT00340/bit0001.doc http://www.bit.se/bitonline/1999/10/06/19991006BIT00340/bit0002.pdf