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5 December 2023Saab receives order for studies of future underwater capabilities for Sweden
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29 November 2023Saab signs support contract with South Korea for Arthur systems
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22 November 2023Saab receives Carl-Gustaf order
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17 November 2023Saab receives order for defence equipment
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Maritime TransponderTech

We provide positioning and navigation power to maritimers around the world. As 95 percent of world trade is transported by ship, gaining efficiency without compromising safety and environment is vital for a sustainable economic growth.

Leading in Maritime Communications and Navigation

We offer class-leading SOLAS certified communications and navigation solutions, ready to meet the increasing demands in the maritime sector. As the volume of global sea transport intensifies, it presents opportunities, but also substantial challenges to the environment, and safety and security of maritime operations. Powered by pioneering maritime positioning and navigation solutions, we cater to our customers across sea, land, air and space domains. Key offerings encompass the R6 Supreme AIS/VDES, R60 VDES Base Station, R6 NAV and the widely adopted R5A Multi Channel Receiver. Our most recent addition, R6 NEO, features inertial navigation with centimeter-level position accuracy. Explore our full range of maritime solutions below. Together with customers, partners and industry colleagues - we lead towards Connecting Everything Maritime.

Our products

Here's our offering within Maritime Communications and Navigation
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The R6 NEO system is Saab's latest navigation system designed to meet the Neopanamax requirements, offering SOLAS-approved inertial navigation capabilities powered by gyro and accelerometers to provide extreme navigation accuracy under challenging conditions when GNSS signal is lost.

R6 NEO
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The R6 Supreme AIS/VDES is type approved for AIS and prepared for future VDES functionality with its new state-of-the-art Software Defined Radio providing an outstanding AIS sensitivity of - 118 dBm.

R6 Supreme AIS/VDES
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The R6 VDES PAYLOAD, a satellite-based VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) In-Orbit Demonstrator (IOD), is in the development phase, currently undergoing trials through various testbed projects, Its maiden launch into space was on November 11, 2023, carried by the Falcon-9, Transporter-9 rocket, departed from SpaceX located at Vandenberg Space Force base in California, USA. The satellite is now in transfer to reach its operating altitude of 640 km where it will be deployed.

R6 VDES PAYLOAD

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R5 RIC - Radar Interface Computer

The R5 RIC( Radar Interface Computer) offers state-of-the-art signal acquisition and processing capabilities, enabling the generation of high-resolution digital radar video. Its versatile platform is equipped with flexible interfaces, accommodating radar systems from a diverse range of manufacturers.
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R4A MkII and R5A

In maritime environments, AIS technology proves to be an invaluable asset for all aircraft. Our certified airborne AIS transponders deliver exceptional performance and unwavering reliability.
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R6 Secure AIS

The R6 Secure AIS builds on the legacy of the R4 and R5 Secure AIS, offering customers the option to conduct encrypted AIS communication outside the public AIS network.

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R6A VDES RX - VDES and AIS receiver

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R60 VDES Base Station

The R60 VDES Base Station, Saab's cutting-edge base station, is purpose-built for both fixed shore and offshore setups. It offers robust support for the latest VDES standard, encompassing traditional AIS functionality while introducing an impressive array of innovative features.
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R6 NAV

The R6 NAV system is self-monitoring and extremely user friendly. It utilizes the highly versatile R6 Supreme AIS/VDES CDU and represents one of the most flexible navigation systems on the market.
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R60 Aids-to-Navigation (AtoN) Station

The R60 Aids-to-Navigation (AtoN) Station is designed for marking offshore maritime installations, such as wind energy farms, navigational aids and hazards.

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Maritime Traffic Management has moved

The Maritime Traffic Management Department that used to be part of Saab now operates as a separate company, Tidalis. Same ship, same crew now sailing under a new flag. Click here to transfer to the Tidalis website. 
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AIS/VDES Network Solutions

Saab's AIS /VDES Network Solutions offers a combination of best in-class maritime communication solutions and a modern suite of maritime management software provided as a SaaS.

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Saab to Divest Maritime Traffic Management

Saab today announces the divestment of its Maritime Traffic Management (MTM) operation to funds advised by Agilitas Private Equity LLP (“Agilitas”) for an enterprise value of approximately 40 MEUR. MTM is a global provider of management solutions for vessel traffic, ports and terminals. Completion of the divestment is subject to certain conditions that need to be fulfilled before closing, expected to take place no later than March 2023.
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Managing the human side of digital change - Halifax case study

Often technology is the easiest part in the digitalisation of ports and harbours. The challenge lies in the change of culture for the people who will need to work with the new solutions. In this joint paper we wrote with Halifax Port Authority we explore both the success factors and what we have learned from introducing a modern Port Management Information System at the Port of Halifax.
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Saab awarded pilotage management system contract for Northeast Marine Pilots

Saab’s PilotControl – a comprehensive pilotage management and billing system in use across the globe, will be implemented at the Northeast Marine Pilots serving the waters of Narragansett Bay and the Port of Providence in the state of Connecticut, United States.

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