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Saab transponder sets new standard for global maritime communication
3 min
Saab has achieved major breakthroughs in maritime communication with its VDES (VHF Data Exchange System) transponder aboard the Ymir-1 satellite. For the first time, global coverage with reliable data reception and transmission to and from vessels is being delivered.
The Rainforest – defying the conventional and shaping the future of Saab
2 min
The Rainforest operate like an expedition team, scouting ahead into uncharted territories, identifying opportunities, aiming to develop disruptive product concepts that will revolutionize both civil and military technology, create new market segments and help keep people and society safe.
On a mission to ensure safety and quality in Gripen aircraft
5 min
Learning is a big part of the job here. There are many experienced colleagues who have been at Saab for a long time and are always willing to share their knowledge.
From maritime enthusiast to submarine designer: Anna's career story
4 min
I’ve always loved the ocean and anything maritime, so when I came across the job listing and saw the title Submarine Designer, I thought, "Wow, this sounds incredible!" It felt like such a unique opportunity, and I knew I’d regret it if I didn’t apply.
How to manage threats from above and below
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With geopolitical tensions running high, the Baltic Sea has become a potential conflict zone. So, what are some of the main threat scenarios? Here, respected maritime security expert Dr Sebastian Bruns from the Center for Maritime Strategy and Security at Germany’s Kiel University shares his views.
Keeping the lines of communication open
2 min
The murky waters of the Baltic Sea are home to internet cables that enable commerce and communications between nations. According to internet security expert Patrik Fältström, the threat to them has grown significantly in recent years.
Saab contributes in project aiming to revolutionize CBRN Defence Information within Europe
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In December Saab attended the kick-off for the CBRN SoS project - Enhancing Cross-Border CBRN Operational Readiness and Effectiveness through an Overarching System-of-Systems Approach - marking an ambitious initiative to revolutionize Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defence in Europe.
Keeping our harbours operational
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Ports on the Baltic Sea play a critical role in keeping societies across Europe running smoothly. However, they face a constant threat from a range of sources, according to the Head of Security for Ports of Stockholm, Johan Dahlman.
Saab Receives Order from Sweden for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for Mine Countermeasures
1 min
Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for mine countermeasures missions.
Training for the new threat from above
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Military drones are changing the way wars are fought, shortening the kill chain and putting enemy eyes deep into previously protected territory. To stay alive, soldiers need to know how to identify – and react to – the new aerial threat. Saab’s designated live UAV training capability is designed to help.
Lifelong learning and continuous development
3 min
At Aeronautics, we have approximately 7,000 employees including 1,000 consultants. Many of them are engineers, and one of them is Tove Frennberg, Materials and Process Engineer, in Aeronautics' General Engineering department within the Gripen business unit.
Developing concepts for the future
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At Saab, we have many engineers, one of them is Sofia Sproge. She is a Software Developer in XR, Extended Reality, in the Simulators, Training and Support Systems department at the Gripen business unit.