Birdon secures contract with Sweden for 15 Bridge Erection Boats

Birdon, Denver, announced an $18.3 million (USD) contract award from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of 15 Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs). Under the agreement, Birdon will deliver six BEBs by Dec. 31, 2026, and an additional nine BEBs by Dec. 31, 2027.

The agreement marks a major milestone in Birdon’s international portfolio and reinforces its track record delivering for international customers.

“This partnership with FMV reflects Birdon’s commitment to delivering high-quality maritime solutions to global defense clients,” Jim Ducker, program manager at Birdon, said in a prepared statement. “We are honored to support Sweden’s army capabilities with our proven technology.”

The BEBs will further improve Sweden’s bridging support operations. All production activities will take place at Birdon’s U.S. facilities using its qualified supplier network, leveraging the company’s investments in people, processes, and tooling to deliver the boats on schedule and to specification. A certificate of conformity will be delivered with each boat, a guarantee it complies with FMV’s quality, safety, and environmental standards.