The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council has added Mack Defense, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack Trucks, Inc. and part of the Volvo Group, as a new member to the council.

Irina Paliashvili, Acting President of USUBC, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “Mack Defense’s long-term legacy of excellence and commitment to defense readiness brings tremendous value to our members and to Ukraine. Their expertise aligns perfectly with USUBC’s goal of supporting Ukraine’s modernization and resilience.”

Mack Defense brings a legacy of quality and expertise to the global defense market, specializing in medium- to heavy-duty tactical vehicles and integrated systems for military and government customers. Mack Defense is well-known for its high-performance trucks and equipment that meet the rigorous demands of federal and security organizations worldwide. 

"We’re honored to join USUBC, and we look forward to supporting Ukraine’s infrastructure and defense needs with our proven solutions,” said Derik Beck, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Mack Defense, LLC. “With our extensive experience in military-grade equipment and commitment to durability, we’re ready to contribute to Ukraine’s security and logistics capabilities.”

As the North American Prime Systems Integrator for government and defense programs for the Volvo Group, Mack Defense leverages global resources to offer reliable and resilient solutions. Known for projects such as the M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck for the U.S. Army, Mack Defense’s offerings span troop carriers, wreckers, tankers, and more. The company’s heritage in defense began during World War I, making Mack Trucks e a trusted name in the military.