Summary
The British Army has grounded 6,000 support trucks to fix safety issues identified during a training exercise. The trucks are being repaired after discovering problems with their propshafts. An investigation is also underway regarding the Ajax armoured vehicles, which caused soldiers to feel unwell.
Key Facts
- The British Army grounded 6,000 support vehicles due to safety concerns.
- The trucks are known as the MAN Logistic Support Vehicles and provide supplies to troops.
- Faults in the trucks' propshafts were found during a recent exercise called Titan Storm.
- The trucks are being fixed with new parts because some were damaged by incorrectly fitted components.
- A separate safety issue with the Ajax armoured vehicles caused soldiers to feel sick from noise and vibration.
- An investigation into the Ajax vehicles is ongoing to determine what happened during the exercise.
- Defence Minister Luke Pollard stated that safety is the top priority and operations were paused to address these concerns.
