Canada has selected the Saab GlobalEye for acquisition and has announced negotiations with the Swedish company for the Airborne Early Warning platform, based on the Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft.
Canada Picks Saab GlobalEye AEW&C
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Sweden Picks Naval Group’s FDI for Luleå-Class Frigate
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Sweden has initiated negotiations with France’s Naval Group for four Luleå-class frigates based on the FDI design. The vessels are planned for delivery between 2030 and 2034 and are intended to expand Swedish naval air defence capabilities while contributing to NATO operations.
France Orders Giraffe 1X Radar Vehicles
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France has ordered Giraffe 1X radar systems integrated onto Scania tactical vehicles to strengthen low-altitude air defence and anti-drone detection capabilities. The systems will replace part of the French Army’s older radar fleet, with deliveries planned between 2026 and 2027.
MQ-9B Completes First AEW Test Flight
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Saab and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems have completed the first flight of an MQ-9B unmanned aircraft fitted with LoyalEye airborne early warning radar pods. The trial marks the beginning of a test programme leading to a full capability demonstration later this year.
Lithuania Orders Carl-Gustaf M4
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Lithuania has signed an agreement with Saab for Carl-Gustaf M4 weapons and training equipment valued at SEK 460 million ($49 million). Deliveries are planned from 2026 to 2029, while options within the ten-year agreement could increase the total value to SEK 640 million ($69 million).
Saab Launches New Carl-Gustaf, RBS 70 Projectiles
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Saab has introduced the HEAT 758 anti-tank round for the Carl-Gustaf system and the Bolide 2 missile for the RBS 70 NG air defence system. The new weapons were unveiled during demonstrations in Sweden, with deliveries of Bolide 2 planned from 2027.
Brazil Rolls Out First Locally Built Gripen
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Saab and Embraer have unveiled the first Gripen E fighter produced in Brazil at Gavião Peixoto. The aircraft will undergo testing before joining the Brazilian Air Force fleet under a 36-aircraft contract signed in 2014.
Saab Wins Swedish Order for Trackfire RWS
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Saab has secured an order worth about SEK 1.5 billion from Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration for the Trackfire Remote Weapon Station. Deliveries will take place between 2026 and 2028 to support the Swedish Army and the Amphibious Battalion 2030 programme.
France orders Saab GlobalEye AEW aircraft
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France has ordered two GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft from Saab in a contract worth about SEK 12.3 billion. Deliveries are planned between 2029 and 2032, and the agreement includes training, support, ground equipment, and an option for two more aircraft.
Lithuania orders Saab RBS 70 Bolide missiles
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Lithuania has ordered RBS 70 Bolide air defence missiles from Saab in a deal valued at SEK 3 billion, with deliveries planned between 2028 and 2032. The purchase follows earlier contracts for Carl Gustaf ammunition and AT4 grenade launchers, expanding Lithuania’s recent defence procurement programme.
Brazil Test Fires First Meteor Missile from Gripen E Fighter
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The Brazilian Air Force has completed its first Meteor BVRAAM firings from the Gripen E, with two missiles hitting their targets during the BVR-X Technical Exercise, marking a major step in the country’s long-range air-defence capability.
Poland Selects Sweden’s Saab A26 Submarine
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Poland has chosen Sweden’s A26 Blekinge-class submarine offer to replace its Kilo-class submarine. Saab says negotiations will now begin with Poland’s Armaments Agency, with no contract yet signed and delivery expected around 2030.
Saab, Boeing & BAE Systems offer T-7 trainer to UK RAF
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Saab, Boeing and BAE Systems have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on the UK’s next fast-jet training programme, proposing a system built around the T-7 trainer aircraft. The companies plan a UK-based assembly line, integrated live-synthetic training capabilities and expanded supply-chain opportunities, while also positioning the collaboration for future international pilot-training requirements.
Colombia Orders 17 Saab Gripen Fighters for €3.1B
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Saab has signed a €3.1 billion contract with Colombia for 17 Gripen E/F fighter aircraft including two twin-seat Gripen F fighters to be delivered between 2026 and 2032, following orders from Thailand recently, a Ukrainian letter of intent for hundreds of aircraft and strong prospects coming up in Canada.
Saab to Display Gripen E, GlobalEye at Dubai Airshow 2025
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Saab will present the Gripen E, GlobalEye AEW&C system, Giraffe 1X radar, digital tower technologies and other defence solutions at the Dubai Airshow 2025, as it received German orders for its Arexis EW suite in addition to AI technology.
