INKAS® Announces Major North American Manufacturing Expansion Across Canada and the United States
Press Release
New facilities in Canada, North Carolina, and Florida are expected to more than double INKAS®’ armored vehicle, defense, and special-purpose production footprint by July 31, 2026
Toronto, Canada, June 30th, 2026 – INKAS®, a Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer and systems integrator, announces a major expansion of its North American manufacturing footprint, with three additional production facilities across Canada and the United States expected to be in full operation by July 31, 2026.
The three newly leased facilities are comprised of a mix of manufacturing and production space, with approximately 42,000 square feet at an additional Toronto facility in Canada, 200,000 square feet at an armored vehicle production facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, and 31,000 square feet for a first-time facility in Florida at Fort Pierce.
Together, these facilities are expected to more than double INKAS’® production space across North America, strengthening the company’s ability to support growing demand from government, defense, law enforcement, commercial security, and specialized vehicle customers.
The expanded footprint provides INKAS® with greater production flexibility, additional manufacturing capacity, and a stronger operational platform to support both current and future programs across its armored vehicle, tactical platform, drone / UAV, and special purpose vehicle portfolios. The Charlotte facility is specially equipped for armored vehicle production and has access to an experienced workforce with direct expertise in armored vehicle manufacturing, helping accelerate operational scaling without the need to build those capabilities from the ground up.
“This expansion marks an important milestone in the continued growth of INKAS® as a North American manufacturer,” said David Khazanski, CEO of INKAS®. “By adding significant production space across Canada and the United States, we are strengthening our ability to support customers with reliable, scalable, and mission-ready security and defense solutions. This investment reflects our confidence in the long-term demand for advanced protected mobility, unmanned systems, and specialized platforms.”
The new facilities form part of INKAS®’ broader strategy to increase production capacity, improve operational resilience, and support a growing portfolio of armored, tactical, unmanned, and special-purpose solutions. With operations expanding across Toronto, Charlotte, and Fort Pierce, INKAS® is positioned to better serve domestic and international customers while supporting more efficient production, faster program execution, and future growth across key markets.
“Beyond expanding our production footprint, this investment is about creating skilled jobs, supporting local economies, and building long-term manufacturing capability in North America,” said Margarita Simkin, Chairwoman of INKAS®. “As these facilities come online, they will create opportunities for engineers, technicians, production specialists, and support teams across Canada and the United States. We believe that investing in people and manufacturing infrastructure is essential to building a stronger, more resilient security and defense industry.”
For nearly three decades, INKAS® has specialized in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of armored vehicles and advanced security solutions. The company’s portfolio includes discreet armored SUVs and sedans, tactical vehicles, armored personnel carriers, drones / UAVs, cash-in-transit vehicles, and custom-built special purpose platforms for clients around the world.
About INKAS®
INKAS® Aerospace and Defense is a Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer and systems integrator with more than 30 years of experience delivering advanced protection solutions to defense and commercial customers worldwide. Specializing in mission-ready systems like special-purpose vehicles, passenger armored transport, unmanned aerial, sea, and ground platforms, counter-UAS capabilities, and training, INKAS® has a proven, decades-long track record of supporting nations, governments, and military organizations with solutions that contribute to operational confidence. Operating advanced production facilities across a global footprint, the team is rooted in providing a complete ecosystem of defense products and services designed to enhance interoperability in complex and high-risk environments. To learn more, please visit: https://inkasdefense.com/.