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Saab awarded SEK 60 million FMV contract to develop next-generation Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle

(IN BRIEF) Saab has signed a SEK 60 million contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to develop a Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle (LUUV). Saab will lead the design, construction, and testing of the system, which will integrate its … Read the full press release

Saab names Johan Andersson as new Head of Investor Relations to strengthen investor engagement

(IN BRIEF) Saab has appointed Johan Andersson as its new Head of Investor Relations, effective September 15, 2025. Andersson, who brings over 15 years of experience and previously led investor relations at Husqvarna Group, will be based in Stockholm and … Read the full press release

Czech Republic orders Saab MSHORAD worth SEK 1.8 billion with deliveries slated for 2028–2030

(IN BRIEF) The Czech Ministry of Defence has ordered Saab’s MSHORAD system in a SEK 1.8 billion deal, with deliveries from 2028 to 2030. The order covers RBS 70 NG-based mobile firing units with Bolide missiles, mounted on Czech-built MARS … Read the full press release

Saab and General Atomics Team Up to Bring Persistent MQ-9B-Based Unmanned Early Warning to Air and Sea

(IN BRIEF) Saab and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems have entered a strategic cooperation to develop an Unmanned Airborne Early Warning solution based on the MQ-9B unmanned aerial system. Saab will provide its advanced AEW sensor suite, while General Atomics will … Read the full press release

Royal Thai Air Force Chooses Saab Gripen E/F for Future Fighter Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) The Royal Thai Air Force has confirmed its selection of the Saab Gripen E/F as its future multi-role fighter, with Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) set to proceed with the procurement process. This decision includes … Read the full press release

Saab Strengthens Sweden’s Naval Defense with SEK 1.3 Billion Order for Advanced Lightweight Torpedoes

(IN BRIEF) Saab has received a SEK 1.3 billion order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply Saab Lightweight Torpedoes (SLWT) and torpedo tubes. The deliveries are set to begin in 2026. This order, the second from Sweden … Read the full press release

Saab Launches Serial Production of Sirius Compact at New Tampere Facility

(IN BRIEF) Saab has launched serial production of its advanced passive electronic warfare sensor, Sirius Compact, at a new facility in Tampere, Finland. The opening, attended by Finland’s Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister Riikka Purra and Tampere’s Mayor … Read the full press release

Saab Secures SEK 2.1 Billion Order for Advanced Air Defence System in Latvia

(IN BRIEF) Saab has signed a framework agreement with the Latvian Ministry of Defence for its RBS 70 NG short-range ground-based air defence system, receiving an order valued at SEK 2.1 billion. The order includes firing units, missiles, and trainer … Read the full press release

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