Muskegon, September 3, 2025 – RENK Group AG, a leading supplier of propulsion solutions for the military sector, and a partner from the Ukrainian Defense Industry have agreed in a joint MOU on the supply of prototypes of the HMPT 800 transmission Transmission A vehicle transmission transfers engine power to the wheels and allows for variable driving speeds. for the further development of an infantry fighting vehicle.
“We have the proven expertise and willingness to support Ukraine with our combat proven solutions. This MOU to jointly further develop existing mobility solutions underscores the confidence in our technology and the capacity at our facility in Muskegon”, says Ian Pain, CEO RENK America at MSPO in Kielce, one of the most renowned international trade fairs for military technology.
The HMPT transmission Transmission A vehicle transmission transfers engine power to the wheels and allows for variable driving speeds. , which has already proven itself on multiple US and allied fighting vehicles, impresses with its exceptional power density in a compact format, thus ensuring superior maneuverability and agility, and is currently manufactured at the Muskegon site in the US.
If the prototype tests are successful, a tender for the series production of an already agreed number of transmissions will follow.
About the RENK Group AG
Headquartered in Augsburg, Germany, RENK Group AG is a globally leading manufacturer of mission-critical propulsion solutions across diverse military and civil end markets. Our product portfolio includes gear units, transmissions, power-packs, hybrid propulsion systems, suspension systems Suspension Systems Suspension systems absorb shocks and ensure vehicle stability. , slide bearings Slide Bearings Slide bearings enable low-friction movement between fixed parts. , couplings Couplings Couplings connect two shafts to transmit torque. & clutches and test systems. With this broad product portfolio RENK Group AG serves, in particular, customers in industries for military vehicles, naval, civil marine, and industrial applications focused on energy. In the fiscal year 2024, RENK Group AG generated revenue of EUR 1.14 billion. RENK Group AG has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since February 7, 2024, and has been a member of the MDAX since March 24, 2025.
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