MSMB 200 – Development and Delivery of New Capability for the Swedish Armed Forces

3. juli 2026 | Svekon - Svensk Konstruktionstjänst

• Innovation & Development
• Maritime

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Together with Nimbus Group, Svekon has developed and delivered a new operational capability to the Swedish Armed Forces in the form of a high-speed light utility boat, the MSMB 200. The platform is based on a previous civilian vessel that has been adapted and militarized for use by the Home Guard and other military units.

When the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) required a new type of boat for transportation in archipelago environments, Svekon and Nimbus Group were awarded the contract to develop and deliver the solution. The result is a militarized boat platform designed to meet high demands in functionality, quality, and operational capability. The MSMB 200 is a standardized platform, meaning that everything from training to spare parts supply is unified, creating greater operational flexibility for the Swedish Armed Forces.

Background
Under the framework agreement, 60 boats are currently planned for delivery, with the option for an additional 40 units, bringing the total potential volume to 100 boats. The MSMB 200 is a light high-speed motorboat developed to transport personnel and equipment in archipelago environments. It is primarily intended for the Home Guard but can also be operated by other military units.

The project was initially based on an existing civilian platform from Nimbus. During development, however, the platform evolved significantly and became, in practice, a new solution adapted to current operational requirements. The boat has been extended, militarized, and modified to meet a comprehensive specification of requirements.

The objective was clear: to develop a robust, standardized, and flexible platform that can be operated in the same way regardless of whether it is deployed in the Gothenburg archipelago or in the Gulf of Bothnia.

”This project is not only about delivering a boat. It is about building a standardized capability for the Swedish Armed Forces.”

John Wittberg – Project Manager, Svekon

The Challange
The project placed high demands on both technical expertise and coordination between multiple stakeholders. The solution needed to fulfill detailed requirements related to dimensions, transportability, functionality, safety, and documentation.

One important requirement was that the boat had to be transportable on public roads without requiring complex permits or special regulations. This made overall length and width critical parameters. At the same time, the platform needed to accommodate a driver and navigator while transporting an additional eight personnel or 1.2 tonnes of cargo — all without compromising performance or usability.

The project was carried out in close collaboration between customer, supplier, and partner organizations. In addition to the platform design itself, the work also included verification, system safety, integrated logistics support, training, and documentation.