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Swedish defence company Saab has announced the opening of a new production facility in Tampere, Finland, to meet the growing demand for its Sirius Compact passive electronic warfare (EW) sensors. The facility is set to commence operations in early 2025, supporting volume serial production of the advanced sensor system.

Saab to open new production facility in Tampere for Sirius Compact sensors

Saab has announced the opening of a new production facility in Tampere, Finland, to meet the growing demand for its Sirius Compact passive electronic warfare (EW) sensors.

Boeing has formally welcomed Saab into the Ghost Bat Australian Team to provide Saab Australia’s TactiCall Communications Solution, including user terminals, network, and radio infrastructure, as well as avionics equipment such as Electro Mechanical Actuators and Controllers for the Primary Flight Control System from Saab in Sweden.

Saab joins Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat industry team

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Saab joins more than 200 companies on the MQ-28 program being co-developed by Boeing Australia and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).

Saab Australia has entered into a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia to provide comprehensive in-country support for the Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon system. The agreement, initially set for four years with options to extend for two additional two-year periods, covers maintenance, repair, and provision of spare parts, as well as training for operators and maintenance personnel within the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Lithuania orders Carl-Gustaf M4 multi-purpose weapon system from Saab

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Lithuania has taken a significant step in strengthening its national defence capabilities by signing a contract with Swedish company Saab.

Swedish defence company Saab has completed the delivery of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems to the Hungarian Defence Forces, following a contract agreement. The acquisition of these advanced anti-tank systems marks the replacement of the Soviet-era RPG-7 weapons that have been in use by the Hungarian military for decades, Hungarian Ministry of Defence said in a press release.

Saab completes deliveries of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems to Hungarian Defence Forces

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Swedish defence company Saab has completed the delivery of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems to the Hungarian Defence Forces, following a contract agreement.

Saab has secured a significant contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capabilities. The agreement, valued at SEK 800 million, outlines deliveries set to commence in 2026, with most of the order recorded during the third quarter of 2024.

Saab to modernise Sweden’s coastal defence system with RBS15 Mk3 anti-ship missile

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Saab has secured a significant contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capabilities.

The Bundeswehr has taken a significant step in maintaining its defence capabilities by signing a contract with TAURUS Systems GmbH, a joint venture between MBDA and Saab, to modernise and maintain the TAURUS stand-off weapon system. This initiative aims to ensure the system’s operational readiness until at least 2045, marking its second major overhaul since its introduction.

Bundeswehr secures modernisation of TAURUS missile system for extended operational readiness

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The TAURUS KEPD-350, a modular standoff weapon in service with the Bundeswehr since 2005, remains one of the most advanced missiles in the German Air Force.

Swedish defence company Saab has announced a significant order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for its Sea Giraffe 1X naval radar system. Valued at approximately SEK 340 million, the contract will see the delivery of these cutting-edge radar systems to the Swedish Navy between 2024 and 2026.

Saab secures SEK 340 million order for Sea Giraffe 1X naval radar from Sweden

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Swedish defence company Saab has announced a significant order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for its Sea Giraffe 1X naval radar system.

Swedish defence technology company Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver AUV62-MR autonomous underwater vehicles. These vehicles are designed to enhance mine countermeasure missions, offering advanced capabilities for detecting and mapping the seabed over extensive areas.

Saab secures Swedish urder for AUV62-MR Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

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Swedish defence technology company Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver AUV62-MR autonomous underwater vehicles.

Saab has announced the opening of a new production facility in Landskrona, Sweden. The facility, located on Varvsudden in Landskrona, approximately 40 km north of Malmö, is part of the company's ongoing efforts to deliver new-generation submarines for the Swedish Navy.

Saab opens new production facility in Landskrona to support submarine programme

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The Landskrona facility represents a critical step in Saab’s strategy to enhance its production capabilities while fulfilling Sweden’s defence modernisation objectives.

Leading Swedish defence company Saab has announced the receipt of a USD 48 million (525 million SEK) order for its Giraffe 4A radar systems. The contract was awarded by BAE Systems to support the U.S. Air Forces in Europe, with deliveries scheduled to commence in 2027.

Saab to deliver advanced Giraffe 4A radar systems for U.S. Air Forces in Europe

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Leading Swedish defence company Saab has announced the receipt of a USD 48 million (525 million SEK) order for its Giraffe 4A radar systems.

DA’s fifth generation Akeron MP Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) has been fired from the BAE Systems Hägglunds CV90 infantry combat vehicle at a test range in Northern Sweden, in the presence of representatives of the Swedish Armed Forces.

Combitech strengthens strategic partnership with BAE Systems Hägglunds

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Combitech has announced the deepening of its partnership with BAE Systems Hägglunds, focusing on the management and optimisation of sub-consultancy activities.

Swedish defence company Saab has introduced a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) training capability at the I/ITSEC event in Orlando, Florida. This innovation is designed to serve as either an asset or a threat during military exercises, enhancing realism and preparedness for modern combat scenarios.

Saab unveils cutting-edge UAV training capability at I/ITSEC

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Swedish defence company Saab has introduced a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) training capability at the I/ITSEC event in Orlando, Florida.