Swedish military buys BONUS precision artillery ammunition from BAE Systems Bofors
BAE Systems Bofors has signed a contract worth nearly $62 million (SEK 600 million) with the Swedish Armed Forces for the supply of 155mm BONUS munitions
Sweden unveils new strategy to strengthen defence industry and national security
The Swedish Government adopted a comprehensive new strategy for the country’s defence industry aimed at fostering innovation, boosting production, and enhancing cooperation.
Latvia to acquire 18 Archer self-propelled artillery systems from Sweden
On June 10, the Latvian Ministry of Defence signed a letter of intent with Sweden regarding the future supply of 18 Archer 8x8 wheeled artillery systems to the National Armed Forces.
Saab’s early warning technology enables Ukraine to shoot down Russian Su-35 fighter
A Russian Su-35 fighter jet was recently shot down by the Ukrainian Air Force in the Kursk direction, marking a significant development in Ukraine’s air defence operations.
Six European countries sign statement on possible joint procurement of CV90 fighting vehicles
On 5 June 2025, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Lithuania, Estonia and the Netherlands signed a statement of intent to explore a potential joint procurement of CV90 armoured infantry fighting vehicles.
Sweden selects Lockheed Martin TPY-4 long-range radar to strengthen national defence
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration has chosen the TPY-4 radar system from American defence company Lockheed Martin to enhance its long-range air surveillance capabilities.
Ovzon secures USD 110 million SATCOM contract with Swedish Defence Materiel Administration
Swedish satellite communications company Ovzon has received a major order worth SEK 1.04 billion (approximately USD 110 million) from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV).
Sweden: Saab to equip Visby-class corvettes with advanced air defence system
Saab has received a contract from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to equip the Swedish Navy’s five Visby-class corvettes with the Sea Ceptor air defence system from MBDA.
Sweden signs contract with Bombardier Aerospace for two Global 6500 jets
Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (Försvarets materielverk – FMV) announced the signing of a contract with Bombardier Aerospace for the purchase and delivery of two Global 6500 business jets.
U.S. Marine Corps deploys HIMARS to Gotland during Swift Response 25 exercise
The live-fire exercise highlights the rapid deployment of the HIMARS system by U.S. forces to Gotland as part of NATO’s strategic reinforcement efforts.
Ukraine and Sweden discuss Soviet-era aircraft modernisation and potential transfer of Saab platforms
Oleksandr Kozenko met with representatives of Swedish aerospace firm Saab to explore avenues for strengthening the capabilities of the Ukrainian Air Force.
Nordic air forces strengthen interoperability over the Baltic Sea
Air forces from Denmark, Finland and Sweden conducted a coordinated operation over the Baltic Sea on Wednesday, May 21, enhancing NATO's collective defence posture and reinforcing regional security through integrated training.