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Saab is a firm believer in the “Triple Helix” cooperation model, where academia, industry and government combine to identify, research and develop innovative technologies and services that meet the nation’s needs. That is why Saab is investing not only in domestic advanced manufacturing and R&D, but also in the people and institutions shaping the technologies of the future.
As the Army marks 250 years of defending the nation, Saab celebrates our decades long partnership built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to supporting U.S. soldiers.
Saab, Inc. President and CEO Erik Smith joined Michigan leaders for a panel discussion on Michigan’s role in America’s defense at the annual state policy conference.
At Saab, innovation isn’t just about developing new technologies. It’s about creating solutions that address the most pressing challenges the world faces today. With 17% of Saab’s annual revenue reinvested into research and development, Saab is constantly evolving to meet the needs of customers across defense and aerospace industries, from enhancing military readiness and improving operational efficiency to supporting the safety of U.S. armed forces.
In just one year, Saab’s Skapa team has already made waves with transformational technology development across the defense and security industries.
At the premier U.S. maritime exposition, Saab will present its Sirius Compact sensors, Giraffe 1X radar, T-7A Red Hawk training program, and more.
In 2021, the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) first contracted with Saab to provide a next-generation live training system to replace its previous live training program. Falling under Saab's robust Training and Simulation Services Platform, the Marine Corps Tactical Instrumentation System (MCTIS) represents an evolution in Marine Corps training, designed to prepare the next generation of Marines for combat readiness.
Saab, Inc. is proud to be joining the Grayling, Michigan community, opening a new facility that will support domestic production of shoulder-fired munitions and precision fire systems that help ensure the U.S. military is equipped with the latest technology.
Over the coming years, Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) will be critical in enhancing U.S. national defense capabilities. These systems, combined with advanced technologies like unmanned and autonomous maritime vessels, offer unique advantages in surveillance, interception, and operational efficiency.
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded a contract to a team led by Saab, Inc.’s newly formed accelerator, “Skapa by Saab”, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to contribute to the Autonomy Standards and Ideals with Military Operational Values (ASIMOV) program.