“Strategic Alliance: Arquus and Daimler Truck Unite for a Robust Defence Future”
Versailles (France) / Leinfelden-Echterdingen (Germany) – The French military automobile producer Arquus and the German commercial vehicle enterprise Daimler Truck aspire to collaborate closely on a project-by-project basis. This alliance fosters strategic cooperation beyond the individual business endeavors of both companies and encompasses joint vehicle innovation, manufacturing, marketing, and services in the realm of military wheeled automobiles.
The two firms intend to create customized products and methodologies to more effectively address the demands of clients in the defense arena, with a particular emphasis on aiding the future enhancement of the French Army’s logistics truck fleet. To achieve this, Arquus and Daimler Truck combine their expertise and capabilities across their facilities in France and Germany.
This collaboration will propel us forward in unison. Both companies possess in-depth knowledge of armed forces requirements and will leverage each other’s extensive experience. This synergy will positively influence collaborative vehicle innovation, optimize production skills, and enhance service for our clientele.
Emmanuel Levacher, CEO Arquus
I am thrilled about the collaboration with Arquus, a firm rich in experience and knowledge in the domain of military commercial vehicles. What harmonizes well thrives here: our companies have a long-standing manufacturing presence in France and Germany, our products boast high compatibility, and our visions, strategies, and objectives within the defense sector are aligned. We are now merging our strengths concerning military commercial vehicles and, through close collaboration, aim to make a significant contribution to the defense readiness of our two nations.
Daniel Zittel, Head of Defence Sales, Daimler Truck
Production of Vehicles in France and Germany
Arquus and Daimler Truck maintain significant manufacturing locations for Defense vehicle production within France and Germany. The French military expert conducts its production entirely within its home country, headquartered in Versailles. Arquus’ manufacturing sites are located in Garchizy and Limoges, situated in central France. Daimler Truck assembles its Defense vehicles in Wörth am Rhein, close to the French border, as well as at its facility in Molsheim (Alsace, France). The Molsheim plant is integrated within Daimler Truck’s industrial operations in France, which collectively employ over 3,000 individuals. Moving forward, the Franco-German partnership is poised to reinforce the operations in the neighboring regions.
