According to Greek Defence Point’s exclusive information, the Greek side has sent a letter to SIBAT asking to take place at the M113 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APV) upgrade program. Greece wants this service as an “interim solution”.
International Defence Cooperation Directorate of Israel (SIBAT) reportedly forwarded the request to Israeli defence industry companies Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Rafael Systems and Elbit, stating they should send the information to the Greek.
According to the publication, Greece wants to equip M113 with unmanned remotely controlled turrets with a minimum calibre machine gun of 12.7 mm. The upgrade includes the steering system, the electronic/electrical system, the engine, and the armour (minimum Stanag Level 3). The article shows that the letter is only sent to SIBAT but not to Greek or European companies.
