Roman Shimonov, founder and CEO of Roshel, announced a productive meeting with Ford Motor Company at their headquarters in Dearborn.
The discussions focused on presenting the latest model of the Senator MRAP and exploring ongoing and future projects to enhance production capabilities in support of U.S. government and NATO programs.
“Big thanks to the Ford team for their hospitality and commitment to innovation!” Shimonov said.
To assemble the Senator, Roshel purchases F-550 pickups from Ford and builds over the truck’s chassis with ballistic reinforcements and accessories customized to the buyer’s specifications.
The Senator armored personnel carrier is Roshel’s flagship product, widely used by law enforcement and various agencies across North America. Clients include NASA, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The vehicle has also been adapted for the battlefield in Ukraine with additions like landmine protection.
To date, 1,140 units have been delivered to the Ukrainian Defense Forces, with these vehicles acquired through partnerships and direct purchases. The adaptation of the Senator MRAP for use in Ukraine highlights the vehicle’s versatility and the critical role it plays in protecting military personnel in conflict zones.
The meeting between Roshel and Ford is set further to strengthen the production and deployment of the Senator MRAP, enhancing its capabilities and broadening its application in various operational scenarios.