GKN Aerospace selected for Sweden’s future combat air technology programme covering propulsion, onboard power and thermal management
Sweden’s FMV has awarded GKN Aerospace a contract worth about SEK 390 million to work on technologies for the country’s future combat air capability.
The Netherlands moves towards Saab GlobalEye acquisition to strengthen airborne surveillance and NATO early warning capabilities
The Netherlands has signed a letter of intent with Sweden to acquire a Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft.
Saab secures SEK 2.9 billion order to advance Sweden’s future fighter programme across manned and unmanned systems
Saab has secured an order worth about SEK 2.9 billion from Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration, or FMV, to continue work on the country’s future fighter system.
Babcock and Saab secure $117.5 million deal to keep Australia’s Anzac-class frigates ready for frontline operations
The contract comes as the navy prepares to replace the Anzac class with a new fleet of surface combatants.
Saab equips Royal Air Force with Giraffe 1X radars for deployed counter-drone operations amid rising threats to UK and coalition forces
Saab UK has delivered Giraffe 1X radar systems to the Royal Air Force under an urgent requirement for counter-drone operations.
New Zealand upgrades Army firepower with Saab Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems to replace ageing M3 inventory from 2027
New Zealand will acquire 26 Saab Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon systems for delivery in 2027, replacing M3 systems that are approaching the end of their service lives.
Saab’s Gripen F completes first flight, opening test phase for Brazil’s two-seat fighter and joint technology-transfer programme
Saab has completed the first flight of Gripen F, moving the two-seat version of Gripen E into airborne testing after its joint development with Brazilian industry.
Saab receives SEK 1.2 billion RBS 70 NG order as Finland upgrades short-range air defence against evolving aerial threats
Saab has received an initial SEK 1.2 billion order from the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command for the RBS 70 NG short-range air defence system.
U.S. Air Force adds third T-7A Red Hawk to Texas base, expanding next-generation pilot training ahead of T-38C replacement
The U.S. Air Force received a third T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Aug. 25, expanding the fleet supporting integration of its next-generation jet trainer.
Saab to equip Dutch Fennek and Panzerhaubitz vehicles with Barracuda camouflage to reduce detection by battlefield sensors
Saab has signed a multi-year agreement with the Netherlands Ministry of Defence covering its Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System.
Ericsson, Kongsberg, Nokia, Patria and Saab anchor new Nordic defence initiative linking military systems with 5G and AI
Five of the Nordic region’s largest defence and technology companies will anchor a new industry forum intended to convert closer regional cooperation into deployable capabilities.
Saab completes key Seaeye SR20 trials as all-electric work-class ROV programme moves towards planned delivery
Saab UK’s Seaeye SR20 eWROV has completed a comprehensive programme of inland water trials, advancing development of the next-generation all-electric work-class remotely operated vehicle

