(CBS DETROIT) , General Motors subsidiary GM Defense is expanding to a new entity GM Defense International, the company announced Monday.
According to a press release, the entity will extend the company’s “ reach into global markets in support of U.S. allies and partners ’ transition to a more electric , autonomous and connected future. ” The creation of the new entity allows General Motors to expand its global presence across international defense and government markets.
GM Defense will continue to operate as a subsidiary of GM and report to company President Mark Reuss. “Forming GM Defense International will drive our continued expansion a s we leverage GM’s rich legacy of innovation in support of global defense and government customers ,” Steve duMont, president of GM Defense, said in a statement. “ As a non , traditional entrant to the defense market, w e c ontinue to receive positive feedback o n our ability to bring commercial technologies forward at the speed that our customers require in these complex times .
As we continue to explore opportunities acr oss North America , Europe, the Middle East , the Indo-Pacific region and beyond , we look forward to leveraging commercial technology to moderniz e the mobility capabi lities of allied armed forces a round the world.” From June 13-17, GM Defense will be showcasing its capabilities and demonstration vehicles at Eurosatory in Paris, France.
A few weeks ago, GM Defense announced it was expanding its global strategy to Canada to deliver efficient and innovative solutions to international military, security and government customers. © 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc.
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