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Saab Launches Upgraded HMS Halland, Enhancing Sweden’s Naval Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) On February 13th, Saab successfully launched the HMS Halland after a comprehensive mid-life upgrade at its Karlskrona shipyard. This marks the third and final submarine in the Gotland class to undergo the upgrade, aligning its capabilities with the … Read the full press release

Saab to Deliver Advanced Sea Giraffe 1X Radars to Strengthen Swedish Naval Defense

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a SEK 340 million order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply the Sea Giraffe 1X naval radar system to the Swedish Navy. The radars, to be delivered between 2024 and 2026, will … Read the full press release

Saab and DSTA Expand Partnership to Advance Underwater Defense Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Saab and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have expanded their partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underwater defense technologies. Building on a 2023 agreement, the collaboration now includes joint studies on operational … Read the full press release

Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering Unite to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering have partnered to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Sweden–Singapore Royal Business Forum. The collaboration combines Saab’s advanced Digital Tower Suite, Thales’ ATM expertise, … Read the full press release

Saab’s F-39E Gripen Makes Strategic Debut at Brazil’s CRUZEX 2024 Air Exercise

(IN BRIEF) The Saab F-39E Gripen fighter jet is making its debut at CRUZEX 2024, Latin America’s largest air exercise, hosted by the Brazilian Air Force. Held at Natal Air Base, the event includes over 2,000 personnel and 100 aircraft … Read the full press release

Saab Secures GBP 20 Million Amendment to Enhance British Army Training in Oman

(IN BRIEF) Saab has signed a GBP 20 million amendment to its existing training contract with the UK Ministry of Defence, enhancing support for British Army training in Oman. The deal, which includes deliveries through 2024 and 2025, provides advanced … Read the full press release

Saab Completes Delivery of Fifth GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft to United Arab Emirates, Strengthening Strategic Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Saab has successfully delivered the fifth and final GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), completing the series of deliveries that began in 2020. The advanced multi-domain surveillance system, equipped with … Read the full press release

Saab Delivers Cutting-Edge TAIPAN Radar Systems to British Army, Marking a New Era in Artillery Hunting Technology

(IN BRIEF) Saab has successfully delivered five next-generation TAIPAN artillery hunting radar systems to the British Army, replacing the older MAMBA radar. The advanced TAIPAN systems, now operational with the 5th Regiment Royal Artillery, offer improved deployment speed, mobility, and … Read the full press release

Saab Secures SEK 6.6 Billion Defense Systems Order from Western Government

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a SEK 6.6 billion order from a Western government for advanced defense systems and equipment, with deliveries planned between 2027 and 2028. The order includes technologies from Saab’s Dynamics and Surveillance business areas, although further … Read the full press release

Saab Secures SEK 2.6 Billion Contract for Third GlobalEye Aircraft with Swedish Defence

(IN BRIEF) Saab has finalized a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of a third GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft, valued at approximately SEK 2.6 billion. This agreement, extending from 2024 to 2029, … Read the full press release

Saab Unveils Game-Changing Compact Radar Module for Rapid Deployment

(IN BRIEF) Saab introduces the Compact Radar Module, an integrated system combining the Giraffe 1X radar with a lightweight module for enhanced mobility and rapid deployment in urgent operational scenarios. With a press of a button, the antenna folds into … Read the full press release

Belgian Air Traffic Control Enters New Era with Saab’s Digital Tower Technology

(IN BRIEF) Recently unveiled in Steenokkerzeel, Belgium, the Digital Tower Test Centre by Skeyes, the Belgian air traffic service provider, stands as a testament to technological innovation. Developed in collaboration with Saab, a pioneer in digital air traffic management technology, … Read the full press release

Saab Reports Strong Q1 2024 Performance and Upgrades Sales Outlook

(IN BRIEF) Saab, a leading defence and security company, commenced 2024 with significant achievements, including a 9% increase in order bookings, reaching SEK 18,495m. Sales saw a robust growth, amounting to SEK 14,185m, with an organic sales increase of 24%. … Read the full press release

Saab Delivers Fourth GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft to UAE in Four Years

(IN BRIEF) Saab has successfully delivered the fourth GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on April 18, 2024. This milestone marks the rapid delivery pace of these advanced AEW&C platforms, with four … Read the full press release

Saab’s CEO and CFO to Present Q1 2024 Interim Report

(IN BRIEF) Saab’s CEO Micael Johansson and CFO Christian Luiga are set to present the company’s interim report for January-March 2024 on April 26th at 10:00 a.m. CET. The report will be published at 07:30 a.m. CET on the same … Read the full press release

Saab Accelerates Digitalization Journey with New Chief Digital Officer

(IN BRIEF) Saab announces the addition of a new group function focused on digital development to expedite its digitalization journey. Mikael Adelsberg, with extensive experience from Scania and Traton Group, is appointed as the Head of Group Digitalisation and will … Read the full press release

Saab Secures £60M Contract with UK Ministry of Defence for Live Simulation System Support

(IN BRIEF) Saab has clinched an initial three-year contract, valued at £60 million, with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to provide support for Live Simulation systems featuring Instrumented Live Training (ILT-D). Replacing the previous Direct Fire Weapon Effect Simulator … Read the full press release

Saab’s Arexis Sensor Suite Selected for German Air Force’s Eurofighter EW Variant

(IN BRIEF) The German defense procurement office has chosen Saab’s Arexis sensor suite to equip the Eurofighter EK, an electronic warfare variant of the German Air Force’s Eurofighter aircraft. The contract, initiated in June 2023, marks the beginning of Saab’s … Read the full press release

Hungary Expands Gripen Fleet: Saab Signs Contract for Four New Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver four additional Gripen C fighter aircraft to Hungary. This follows an amendment to an existing agreement dating back to 2001. With this order, Hungary’s … Read the full press release

Partnership Between Saab and Thales to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab and Thales have announced a partnership at the Singapore Airshow 2024 to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure. They plan to integrate Saab’s Integrated Digital Tower Suite (I-DTS) with Thales’ OpenSky platform to establish a unified … Read the full press release