American Rheinmetall contracted to support Bradley repair efforts for US and Ukrainian armies

American Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract valued at USD 31 million (EUR 26.6 million) to support a Rapid Damage Assessment and Repair Demonstration for the US Army and Ukrainian armed forces, Rheinmetall announced on 30 October 2025.

Under this 18-month contract, awarded by the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS), American Rheinmetall will develop and demonstrate advanced damage assessment and repair processes by establishing a forward-deployed maintenance capability for assessing and repairing damaged or broken Bradley infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) closer to operational areas.

The demonstration will use the Bradley IFV as a surrogate platform to validate a Rapid Damage Assessment and Repair (DAR) team trained and equipped with advanced processes, tools and a responsive supply chain ecosystem. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between battlefield damage and full depot-level repair by enabling rapid, efficient restoration of combat effectiveness until new parts or dedicated repair teams arrive.

Once developed, this programme will validate a scalable approach to establishing remote damage assessment and repair sites capable of operating in hazardous or harsh environments. The outcome will reduce downtime, improve readiness and strengthen resilience across heavy equipment and infrastructure.

The Rapid Damage Assessment and Repair Demonstration supports US foreign assistance efforts by helping the Ukrainian armed forces return Bradley IFVs to operational status amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.

“This contract underscores American Rheinmetall’s commitment to delivering innovative, mission-critical products and services that support the highest priority operational capabilities for the US military and its allies,” American Rheinmetall CEO Matt Warnick was quoted as saying in a company press release. “By bringing advanced repair capabilities closer to the point of need, we are helping ensure that vital equipment like the Bradley Fighting Vehicle can return to service quickly and safely at a time of crucial need for Ukrainian armed forces.”

The project is scheduled for completion in March 2027, with delivery of the first repaired Bradley IFVs expected at that time.