Derek McDowell
Question:60 Mr. McDowell asked the Minister for Defence when it is expected that the new Piranha armoured personnel carriers will be available to the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4016/01]
Vol. 530 No. 4
60 Mr. McDowell asked the Minister for Defence when it is expected that the new Piranha armoured personnel carriers will be available to the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4016/01]
Following a tender competition which was conducted in strict compliance with Government procurement procedures, a contract was signed on 30 November 1999 for the supply by Mowag of Switzerland of 40 armoured personnel carriers – APCs – initial spares, special tools and training courses.