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Press release
18 June 2025
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Saab and Sabena technics sign agreement relating to GlobalEye

Saab has signed a framework agreement with the French aircraft maintenance and modification provider Sabena technics relating to aircraft modification work for Saab’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. 

Press release
18 June 2025
Saab GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft
France announces intention to procure GlobalEye from Saab

Saab and the French defence procurement agency, Direction générale de l'armement (DGA), have today signed a joint declaration of intent regarding the sale of Saab’s GlobalEye Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to France, including ground equipment, training and support. 

Press release
17 June 2025
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Saab receives order from Sweden on Giraffe 4A radar systems

Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) of Giraffe 4A radar systems with associated services to the Swedish Armed Forces. The order value is approximately SEK 1.4 billion with deliveries 2026-2027.

Press release
17 June 2025
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Saab signs new SEK 6 billion revolving credit facility

Saab has signed a new SEK 6 billion revolving credit facility agreement with a group of 11 relationship banks. 

Press release
16 June 2025
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Saab and General Atomics develop unmanned airborne early warning solution

Saab announces a strategic cooperation with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems relating to the development of an Unmanned Airborne Early Warning (UAEW) solution. The solution will be based on General Atomics Aeronautical Systems’ unmanned aerial system MQ-9B. 

News
11 June 2025
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Saab achieves AI milestone with Gripen E

Saab, in collaboration with Helsing, today announced the successful completion of the first three flights integrating Helsing’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) agent ‘Centaur’ into a Gripen E fighter jet. As part of Saab’s ‘Project Beyond’, the flights, where the first flight, was conducted on May 28, mark a significant advance in bringing AI capabilities to military aircraft. It is also yet another proof point of Gripen E´s unparalleled ability to rapidly update software without disregarding safety requirements.

News
4 June 2025
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Saab and Maxar forge partnership

Saab is pleased to announce a partnership with Maxar Intelligence, a leading provider of geospatial intelligence. This collaboration is set to transform the multi-domain battlespace with cutting-edge space-based capabilities.  

Press release
4 June 2025
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Royal Thai Air Force confirms selection of Saab’s Gripen E/F

The Royal Thai Air Force has today confirmed its selection of the Saab Gripen E/F as its new future multi-role fighter. Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) will now follow the next steps in the procurement process with the Kingdom of Thailand.

News
28 May 2025
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Saab ready to offer GlobalEye for Canada’s Airborne Early Warning and Control program

GlobalEye is a leading Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) solution that combines the best of Swedish and Canadian expertise and quality to match the requirements of Canada’s acquisition program.

Press release
28 May 2025
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Saab equips Swedish Visby-class corvettes with enhanced air defence capabilities

Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to equip the Swedish Navy’s five Visby-class corvettes with the Sea Ceptor air defence system from MBDA. This upgrade, valued at approximately SEK 1.6 billion, will significantly enhance Sweden’s and NATO’s air defence capabilities.