Birdon Group announced today that the company has entered a strategic partnership with Swedish engineering firm MMT AB to develop and deliver advanced bridging solutions for military customers worldwide.
The agreement pairs Birdon’s manufacturing and program delivery experience with MMT’s patented tactical bridge adaptor pallet (BAP-TT) systems. A Birdon press release noted BAP-TT is designed to transport bridge erection boats (BEBs) and improved ribbon bridges (IRBs) with greater efficiency and adaptability. Birdon said it designed the BEB for the U.S. Army and has delivered more than 400 units to date, including international sales.
The BAP-TT expands Birdon’s complete wet gap crossing solution, which includes the BEB and the IRB from General Dynamics European Land Systems-Bridge Systems. According to Birdon, the new adaptor will integrate its wet gap crossing controls and autonomous technologies to increase operational mobility.
“This partnership represents a significant step forward in delivering integrated, high-performance solutions to armed forces worldwide,” said Martyn Bowden, head of bridging and propulsion at Birdon Group. “MMT’s unique and specialized experience in Army engineering logistics systems complements Birdon’s proven engineering, manufacturing, and program delivery capabilities, creating a powerful alliance for future bridging programs.”
Birdon said the agreement establishes exclusive cooperation in design, manufacturing, marketing, and integrated logistics support for bridging products. It also includes provisions for technology transfer, prototype development, and localized production support.
“We are excited to collaborate with Birdon to bring our BAP technology to a broader global audience,” said Wiktor Andersson, chairman of MMT AB. “Together, we are setting a new standard for tactical mobility and operational readiness.”
MMT AB noted that the partnership builds on its recent award to supply more than 300 BAP products to the Swedish Armed Forces over the next eight years. The BAP-TT will be a variant of that system, customized for NATO and allied customers, Birdon said.
