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Babcock Canada and Roshel Forge Partnership to Enhance Canadian Armed Forces' Land Capabilities Babcock Canada and Roshel Sign Teaming Agreement Recently, the Department of Public Works and Government Services Canada issued an Invitation to Qualify for the provi- sion of Land Utility Vehicles. Roshel was selected as a qualified bidder, and Babcock is set to support Roshel's proposal by of- fering its extensive expertise in in-service support. The Teaming Agreement between Babcock and Roshel un- derscores their joint commitment to leveraging their respec- tive strengths. Together, they aim to deliver an innovative Land Utility Vehicle solution that meets the unique requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces. "Our team is delighted to be working with Roshel to deliver a proposal that will support the men and women of the Ca- nadian Armed Forces," expressed Jerry McLean, CEO, Babcock Canada. "The war in Ukraine has pushed us to rapidly develop, test, certify, and combat-prove our vehicles in challenging condi- tions. As a well-established and mature manufacturer of ar- moured vehicles, we are confident that this collaboration will combine our expertise with Babcock's extensive in-service support capabilities to deliver a robust and innovative Land Utility Vehicle solution tailored to meet Canada's specific needs," explained Roman Shimonov, CEO, Roshel. In a move to bolster the Canadian Armed Forces' land capa- bilities, Babcock Canada, a defence and aerospace firm, and Roshel, a manufacturer of specialized armoured vehicles, have entered into a Teaming Agreement. In a ceremony held at the historic Cartier Square Drill Hall in Ottawa on May 7, Canadian Special Operations Forces Com- mand (CANSOFCOM) welcomed its new commander, Brigadier- General Steve Hunter. Presiding over the ceremony was General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), marking the of- ficial transition of leadership from Major-General Steve Boivin. Under the of leadership of Maj.-Gen. Boivin, CANSOFCOM continued its mission to provide agile, high-readiness Special Operations Forces capable of executing missions across the spectrum of conflict, both domestically and internationally. Additionally, he provided invaluable counsel to the CDS and other operational commanders on matters pertaining to spe- cial operations. As Brigadier-General Steve Hunter assumes command, he inherits the responsibility of leading one of Canada's most elite military units. With a wealth of experience and a stead- fast commitment to excellence, Brig.-Gen. Hunter is poised to build upon the legacy of his predecessors and steer CANSOF- COM towards continued success in an ever-evolving global security landscape. "It is truly an honour to take Command of CANSOFCOM to- day. Having spent more than 20 years as a member of this organization, I am proud to work with such a diverse team of highly qualified professionals. CANSOFCOM's members pos- sess world class skills, allowing them to continually adapt to the evolving global security environment, while working tire- lessly to protect our nation and its interests. I know that over the coming years we will face many challenges together and in meeting them, I look forward to what we will accomplish," said Brigadier-General Steven Hunter, Commander, Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. New Commander Takes the Helm: Brigadier-General Steve Hunter Assumes Command of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command On February 9, 2024, members of a Special Operations Task Force received their Commander-in-Chief Unit Commendation insignia from Brigadier General Steven Hunter during a ceremony held in Petawawa, Ontario. Photo credit: CANSOFCOM Imaging www.vanguardcanada.com JUNE/JULY 2024 9 S SIT REP

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