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Raymond has never had to leave Saab to grow
2 min
It was a passion for aviation that first drew Raymond Basudde here. He’d studied aeronautical engineering, been in touch with Saab during his studies and seen the chance to be part of developing the next generation of flight systems.
Sofie found the sense of community she was looking for
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Sofie Franzén didn’t quite know what to expect from Saab. Maybe something a bit stiff, a bit old-fashioned. That turned out to be wrong. Completely wrong.
Emma takes technology from idea to reality
3 min
There’s a moment Emma Berglund often thinks about. When she and her team know that a system they’ve worked on is about to be used in the field, sometimes as soon as the following week. That’s when her work becomes real and tangible, and this drives her forward.
Jacob is at his best close to production
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Jacob Gästrin is not one for sitting still. One day he’s building electronics in the lab. The next, he’s out on the production floor troubleshooting a test rig that’s gone down. The day after that, he’s writing software code. No two days are alike, and that’s exactly how he likes it.
Bolide 2: built for tomorrow's air threats
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Pity the helicopter crew or FPV drone pilot that encounters the new Bolide 2 missile for Saab’s RBS 70 NG system. A larger warhead and more advanced flight control system make it even more effective against aerial targets than its battle-proven predecessor.
Finding purpose in an unexpected place
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Fiona Pswarayi never imagined herself working in defence and security. When she first saw the job posting at Saab, she knew little about the industry. In fact, she questioned whether she truly belonged there - a doubt that lingered throughout her entire interview process. Today, she stands as a testament to the power of personal values alignment and the transformative impact of supportive communities in the workplace.
From Data to Decision: Securing Clarity and Speed in Multi-Domain Operations
6 min
Turn complexity into clarity across land, sea, air, cyber and space. With data centric security and real time intelligence, decision makers gain the speed, trust and control needed to act with confidence in modern operations.
Better in all the right ways
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The tank killing ability of Saab’s Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifle system just got better. Saab’s new HEAT 758 anti-tank round brings increased effect and greater accuracy, giving armoured vehicle crews little chance of firing back.
Return of the tank-killing king
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Capable of stopping any known main battle tank dead in its tracks, Saab’s new HEAT 758 round for the Carl-Gustaf combines increased effect with the simplicity of the Firebolt programmable ammunition system.
The birth of a legend
10 min
From analogue fire-control solution to today’s sophisticated combat management system, Saab’s 9LV has come a long way since it was first developed in the late 1960s. So, what is the secret of its longevity – and its popularity – with world navies? And just what exactly does the mysterious ‘9LV’ designation actually mean?
Conquering the Digital Divide in Multi‑Domain Operations
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Digitalisation is redefining how modern armed forces operate. By enabling rapid data sharing, real‑time connectivity and multi‑domain operations, digitally integrated militaries can anticipate threats and act faster than their adversaries.
Two Decades of Gripen Fighters in the Hungarian Air Force – Knights of the Airspace Safeguarding the Nation
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On 21 March 2026, the Hungarian Air Force marks a significant milestone: 20 years of operating Gripen fighters. Over two decades, Gripen has become the backbone of Hungary’s air defence and a symbol of its transformation into one of the most modern air forces in Europe.