Saab has received an order from FMV regarding design
plans for a New Lightweight Torpedo. This is the first step in developing
a new lightweight torpedo. Final delivery of this order will be during
2015.
“We are very pleased and proud to have the continued confidence
to deliver torpedo weapon systems to FMV and the Swedish Navy in the
commencement of the work to deliver the replacement for Torpedo 45”,
says Görgen Johansson, Senior Vice President and Head of business
area Saab Dynamics.
“Saab Dynamics has over the years established a unique experience
and expertise in developing underwater systems for shallow waters
and the types of environment that exist in the Baltic Sea. Many of
our systems are world leading in its segment, and with this order,
we are able to maintain our global leadership position and continue
to provide the market with competitive products”, says Agneta
Kammeby, Vice President and Head of business unit Underwater Systems.