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Citation
(2002), "Saab wins helicopter contract", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 74 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.2002.12774cab.039
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2002, MCB UP Limited
Saab wins helicopter contract
Keywords: Saab, Helicopters, Contract
Saab and NHIndustries recently signed a contract regarding the development and production of a tactical mission system (TMS) for the new Swedish multi-role helicopter, the NH90, at a value of around SEK2 billion. In addition to this initial order, the Swedish helicopter deal will entail further business opportunities for Saab of a similar scope.
Saab will have the systems responsibility for developing the tactical system (TMS), including development, production and integration of system computers, digital maps, registration equipment. AIS transporters, as well as the acquisition of tactical radar. The undertaking also includes ground-based evaluation and planning equipment from Saab. In addition, a new mission and anti-submarine warfare system will be developed as part of the Tactical System. This will become an important part of the Swedish Armed Forces' future structure and management philosophy in order to meet the demands as regards fitting into the new network-based defence.
At the same time a new contract has been signed whereby Saab will produce 200 forward fuselage for the NH90.