Swedish government launches first Patriot mission to Poland
The move, part of a NATO mission, comes as a new government is coming to power in Stockholm, with security policy at the heart of political row.
Netherlands to purchase its own GlobalEye aircraft, on top of NATO’s order
The plane, which would be delivered in 2031, would be owned directly by the Netherlands.
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The $732 million acquisition comprises “just over” ten launchers together with a “substantial quantity” of ammunition, Defense Minister Pål Jonson said.
Sweden to ‘evaluate’ adding French long-range strike missiles to new frigates
After inking a €4.3 billion frigate deal, Sweden’s defense minister told Breaking Defense Stockholm was keeping an “open mind” about additional cruise missiles.
Finland and Sweden team up to boost counter-drone defenses
“We trust one another, and together we are stronger,” said Finnish President Alexander Stubb on X, by way of welcoming the expanded, bilateral cooperation.
Saab shows off loyal wingman drone it hopes to offer Swedish Air Force
The A3, which Saab says may become the sales product, could enter service within ten years if the government decides to proceed with the aircraft.
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Sweden eyes additional batch of Gripen E jets to replace Ukraine-bound aircraft
The Nordic nation's future order will take its fleet of the multirole aircraft to 72 units.
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NATO to acquire ‘up to’ 10 Saab GlobalEyes for E-3 replacement, says Secretary General
The selection decision in favor of the Swedish aircraft comes after NATO axed plans to acquire Boeing E-7 Wedgetail surveillance planes.
Ukraine signs $2.5 billion contract with Sweden for Gripen E deliveries by 2029
The deal is a first step in Kyiv’s planned ambition to purchase up to 150 of the advanced combat jets, noted Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson on social media.
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Poland signs $4.8 billion contract for Saab-made A26 submarines
Two other defense agreements between Warsaw and Stockholm were signed as well.
As demand rises, Embraer readies for greater Gripen workshare
While Embraer is partnered with Saab to manufacture the Swedish jet, Embraer CEO Francisco Gomes Neto said the fighter market “is not a place that we want to go to,” adding that the company is “studying other segments first.”
Swedish opposition party, ahead in polls, could push for state ownership in Saab
"So I think state part-ownership in Saab would be natural, while at the same time signaling strong Swedish team-building in international contexts," said Peter Hultquist, whose party is poised to win big in September elections.
Canada enters talks with Saab for GlobalEye purchase
While no deal is finalized, Sweden's Prime Minister stated that he looks forward to “welcoming Canada into the GlobalEye family.”