Denmark has reportedly decided to purchase 44 new CV9035 MkIIIC infantry fighting vehicles instead of upgrading its existing fleet of the CV9035DK vehicles. The decision could eventually open the possibility of transferring the older vehicles to Ukraine, although such a move would likely take time to materialize.
The update came from Hans Tino Hansen, founder and CEO of Risk Intelligence, who noted that Denmark's new procurement plan will unify its armored fleet. Once the new vehicles arrive, Denmark's total inventory of CV90-series IFVs will reach 159 units, including the 115 CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles already ordered earlier. The shift toward a standardized fleet is intended to simplify logistics and improve operational readiness across Denmark's mechanized forces.
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While the potential transfer of the older CV9035DK vehicles to Ukraine would certainly bolster the country's defense capabilities, the timeline remains uncertain. The new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles are expected to start arriving only next year, meaning Denmark is unlikely to release its current vehicles before replacements are delivered. At the moment, those 44 CV9035DK units constitute Denmark's entire active fleet of this IFV type, making an early transfer logistically difficult.
However, Denmark has demonstrated flexibility in similar circumstances before. Earlier, the country sent its Caesar self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine, even at the cost of temporarily reducing its own defense capabilities. This precedent suggests that a similar decision regarding the CV9035DK vehicles cannot be ruled out, especially given Denmark's consistent support for Kyiv.
It's also worth noting that the new CV9035 MkIIIC order has not yet been formally finalized. There is currently no confirmed contract, and details about the delivery schedule or production slot remain unclear. Once announced, the deal will likely fit into the broader European trend of large-scale CV90 vehicle acquisitions, as multiple NATO members seek to modernize their armored fleets.
Ukraine has already received 50 CV9040C IFVs from Sweden, which have proven highly effective on the battlefield thanks to their strong protection and firepower. Additionally, 40 new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles have been ordered for Ukraine as part of a joint aid package from partner nations. In total, Ukrainian forces have received or are expecting around 90 CV90-series IFVs, of which at least 15 have already been irreparably lost in combat.
Should Denmark's older 44 CV9035DK vehicles eventually be transferred, they could either replace battlefield losses or form an additional mechanized battalion, significantly expanding Ukraine's operational capabilities. The CV90 unit remains Europe's most sought-after infantry fighting vehicle, with Sweden, Finland, Norway, the Netherlands, Lithuania, and Estonia preparing a collective order that will keep production lines busy for years.
BAE Systems, the manufacturer of the CV90 vehicle, is currently working to increase production capacity to 250 vehicles per year by 2026, with plans to expand further to 350 annually. Even with this boost, new deliveries will take time, meaning that any potential transfer of Danish CV9035 vehicles to Ukraine will likely depend on production schedules and the pace of Denmark's rearmament.
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