General Dynamics Taps Permali to Supply Protective Materials for UK’s Future Ground Combat Vehicles

General Dynamics’ European Land Systems subsidiary has awarded a seven-year, $21.5 million contract to Permali Gloucester to provide armored materials needed for the production of the British army’s fighting vehicles, Business Mole reported Thursday.

Beth Haven writes GDELS will incorporate the materials into 589 AJAX reconnaissance vehicles for the British army.

Permali has invested approximately $428,000 in equipment the company will need to produce the armored materials, according to the report.

The Gloucester, England-based company produces composite parts for the defense, aerospace, automotive and rail industries.