This
order is one of the terms included in the Letter of Intent covering
Swedish armed forces’ underwater capabilities that was signed
on 9 June 2014 and refers to the period 2015-2024. Neither a production
order for A26-type nor a modification order for Gotland-class has been
received for the submarines.
A submarine’s sensor systems detect threats, identify other submarines
and surface vessels, and provide support for navigation. These systems
will be provided to Saab by other suppliers and there are lengthy lead-times
for their delivery. Therefore, the sensors are being ordered in a timely
fashion to allow the FMV to move forward on schedule with its plans
for the A26 next-generation submarine programme. |