Saab has received an additional order for the Gripen C/D worth a good 40 million euros from the Swedish procurement authority FMV. This extension includes several important updates and studies on upcoming air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles.
“The extension of the Gripen C/D contract is an important step forward for our defense,” said Lars Tossman, Head of Saab’s Aeronautics business area. “The integration of new advanced missile systems demonstrates our commitment to deliver high quality solutions. We are proud to contribute to the Swedish defense capability with this order.” https://militaeraktuell.at/knds-litauen-bestellt-44-leopard-2a8-panzer/ The integration of new missile systems is expected to significantly improve the operational capabilities of the Gripen C/D. This contract extension is also intended to ensure that “Gripen C/D will remain a cornerstone of Sweden’s military capabilities for many years to come”, according to a recent press release.
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