What Is the T-7A Red Hawk? Inside the US Air Force’s New Jet Trainer
This guide covers the T-7A Red Hawk, the aircraft redefining how the US Air Force trains its next generation of pilots.
World’s First Drone-Based Airborne Early Warning System Completes Maiden Flight
Two defense giants have joined forces for a milestone flight of what they describe as the world’s first unmanned airborne early warning solution.
Lithuania Orders Carl-Gustaf M4 Recoilless Rifles Worth $49M From Saab
Lithuania has ordered Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles and training equipment from Swedish defense firm Saab in a deal worth $49 million.
France Orders 17 Saab Giraffe 1X Mobile Radars
France has ordered 17 Saab Giraffe 1X radars to strengthen its short-range air defense capability with mobile, vehicle-mounted systems.
JAS 39 Gripen Guide: Small Airframe, Big Impact
Discover our guide to the JAS 39 Gripen, covering its design, advanced capabilities, operational flexibility, and role in today’s evolving air combat environment.
Saab and PGZ Target Submarine and Drone Cooperation in New Naval Agreement
Saab and Poland’s Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have agreed to deepen cooperation on naval platforms, including submarines, surface vessels, and underwater systems.
Saab’s New Barracuda Poncho Lets Arctic Troops Vanish From Drone Sensors
The next counter-drone solution for Arctic troops may not come in the form of missiles or lasers, but a poncho designed to hide users from thermal and ultraviolet sensors.
Saab Unveils More Lethal Bolide Missile for RBS 70 NG SHORAD
Saab has launched an upgraded version of the Bolide missile for the RBS 70 NG short-range air defense missile system.
Saab Packs Dual-Charge Warhead Inside New Carl-Gustaf Anti-Tank Round
Saab is stepping up the Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifle’s anti-armor role with a new round designed to defeat the heavily protected vehicles on the modern battlefield.
Saab Delivers New Gripen Fighter Jets to Hungary
Hungary has taken delivery of two JAS 39 Gripen C supersonic combat aircraft from Saab as part of a contract signed in 2024.
Saab to Supply Giraffe 1X Radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
The US Army has awarded a roughly $24-million contract modification to Saab’s US subsidiary, Saab Inc., for the delivery of 10 Giraffe 1X radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Sweden Moves to Boost Air, Drone Defense With BAE, Saab Deals
Sweden has awarded separate contracts to BAE Systems and Saab for ground-based air and drone defense systems worth around $454 million.
Sweden to Invest $900M on Anti-Drone Systems
Sweden's government announced an investment of more than $900 million in air and drone defense capabilities.
Swedish Navy Amphibious Units Train Ahead of Sea Giraffe 1X Delivery
Sweden, in cooperation with Saab, has been training the Swedish Navy’s amphibious units ahead of the delivery of Sea Giraffe 1X radars.
Europe’s Next-Gen Battle Tank Project Moves Into Design Phase
Europe’s next-generation main battle tank is moving into its design phase after the European Commission approved all submitted deliverables.
Brazil Unveils First Domestically Produced Gripen E Fighter Jet
Brazil officially unveiled its first domestically produced Gripen E combat aircraft during a ceremony at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in the country’s São Paulo state.
Saab Deepens Ties With Polish Defense Industry
Saab has signed new cooperation agreements with PGZ and WB Group as part of its effort to deepen industrial and technological ties with Poland’s defense sector.
Saab Eyes Portuguese Gripen Production With Local Partner
Saab has signaled a push to deepen industrial cooperation with Portugal by exploring local production of parts for its Gripen fighter should Lisbon decide to replace its F‑16 fleet.
Kyiv School of Economics Joins Saab for Next-Gen Defense Tech Research
Saab and the Kyiv School of Economics have launched a strategic collaboration to accelerate research and development in UAS and microelectronics.
Giraffe 1X Radar: Compact Eyes for the Modern Battlefield
This explainer breaks down how the Giraffe 1X radar delivers rapid deployment, 3D air surveillance, and low-altitude threat detection.
Airbus Ready to Build Two New European Fighters if Countries Want
Airbus, which represents Germany and Spain in the FCAS warplane program, will support a proposal to instead build two separate jets if the countries participating in the project request it.
Saab, Ukraine Company Sign Memorandum on Aviation, Airborne Surveillance
Swedish company Saab and the Joint Stock Company Ukrainian Defense Industry have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand cooperation in aviation and airborne surveillance.
Saab Eyes Arming Gripen Fighter Jets With APKWS Rockets Against Drones
Saab is exploring arming the JAS 39 Gripen fighter jet with the advanced precision kill weapon system as a low-cost counter-drone option.
Poland Advances Signals Intelligence Fleet With Second Ship From Saab
Swedish firm Saab has launched Poland’s second DELFIN-class signals intelligence vessel, the ORP Henryk Zygalski.
