Framework Agreement 2017-2019 Valued at SEK69 Million

Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has awarded Saab a framework contract for maintenance and support of submarines and submarine rescue systems. The agreement covers the period 2017-2019 and initial order value amounts to SEK69 million (US$7.9 million).

The company will and provide high operational availability of Swedish submarines and submarine rescue systems by configuration management, maintenance, engineering support and modifications. The agreement is a part of the declaration of intent issued by Saab and FMV in June 2014.

“Through long term planning we enable the Swedish Navy to have the highest possible availability of their submarines and submarine rescue,” Sverker Lindholm, Head of the Submarine Business Unit at Saab Kockums, said.

Tim Mahon