Sweden Defence News

Navy / Maritime

Croatia Swings between Turkiye and Sweden for Warship Plans

29 Apr, 11:58
3 mins

Having invested significantly in its Army and Air Force, Croatia focusses on modernising its Navy to buy two to three sophisticated multifunctional corvettes.

Air Bilateral Relations

Canada and Portugal Consider Gripen Amid F-35 Doubts

21 Apr, 20:06
6 mins

Saab said NATO members Canada and Portugal are reviewing the JAS 39 Gripen E/F as they reconsider their dedication to the US-made F-35A Lightning II fighter.

Navy / Maritime Ammunition

Saab Demonstrates Torpedo Launcher on CB90 Boat and USV

07 Apr, 10:08
2 mins

Swedish Saab has demonstrated its plug-and-play torpedo launcher for CB90 attack boats and USVs to launch Torped 47 lightweight for broader ASW capabilities.

Air

Thailand Pushes Saab Gripen E/F Discussions with Sweden

26 Mar, 22:12
2 mins

Thailand advances negotiations with Sweden to purchase the Gripen E/F while considering the F-16 Block 70/72 and the Rafale for its air force modernisation.

Ammunition Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software

US Air Force Tests GBU-38 JDAM in Sweden for NATO Readiness

16 Mar, 20:12
2 mins

The US Air Force tested a GBU-38 JDAM in Sweden, in order to increase regional security, improve NATO collaboration, and provide precision-strike capability.

Air Engine and Transmission

Saab Denies U.S. Block on Gripen Sale to Colombia Reports

26 Feb, 16:21
2 mins

Saab Deputy Head of Marketing Richard Smith denied the recent reports of the U.S. trying to block the sale of Gripen fighter jets to FAC.

Ammunition Bilateral Relations

Türkiye and Sweden Seek Opportunities for Cooperation

20 Feb, 17:47
1 min

Turkish Defence Ministry company MKE announced on social media that a Swedish military delegation visited the Gazi Ammunition Factory for further cooperation.

Air

TUSAŞ’s T625 Gökbey Multi-Purpose Helicopter Pass Winter Tests

13 Feb, 13:47
2 mins

Turkish Aerospace’s indigenous T625 Gökbey Multi-Purpose Helicopter successfully completed low-altitude cold weather tests in challenging winter conditions.