DefenseSweden expands studies for future fighter system with new Saab contractProgram receives another US$310 million to develop flying and ground demonstrators while keeping manned and unmanned options open for the post-2040 eraSeptember 09, 2026Read more
DefenseUkraine confirms Saab ASC 890 is flying combat missionsSwedish-supplied AEW&C aircraft has been operating over Ukraine since March, six months after its delivery was confirmedSeptember 07, 2026Read more
DefenseFirst Gripen F takes flight with Brazilian Air Force pilot aboardTwo-seat fighter developed for Brazil begins flight test campaign ahead of delivery to the launch customerAugust 28, 2026Read more
DefenseSaab reveals full-scale model of supersonic unmanned fighterA3 concept previews a potential operational combat drone, while Sweden is already funding two flying technology demonstratorsAugust 22, 2026Read more
DefenseSaab lands new GlobalEye order from Middle East customerSwedish company keeps buyer undisclosed after securing another two-aircraft contract worth $1 billionJuly 27, 2026Read more
DefenseNATO expected to select Saab GlobalEye to replace E-3 AWACS fleetAlliance will announce surveillance aircraft decision next week after Boeing's E-7 Wedgetail plan was dropped, said reportJuly 03, 2026Read more
DefenseSweden orders first new-production Gripen E fighters for transfer to UkraineSaab will deliver 16 aircraft between 2029 and 2030 under a SEK 24.6 billion contract with the Swedish governmentJune 30, 2026Read more
DefenseHungary completes expansion of Gripen fighter fleetFinal two aircraft delivered under 2024 agreement increase fleet to 18 fightersJune 24, 2026Read more
DefenseBrazil plans to acquire 20 additional Gripen E fightersAnnouncement came two days after the rollout of the first two-seat Gripen F developed for the Brazilian Air ForceJune 04, 2026Read more
IndustrySaab explores possible Gripen research center in BrazilSwedish company says discussions involve a facility near Embraer, though the project remains subject to further studiesJune 03, 2026Read more