Saab announced that it has signed a contract with the Polish State Treasury Armaments Agency for the production and delivery of three A26-type submarines.
The contract is valued at approximately SEK 47 billion, or about $4.84 billion based on recent exchange rates.
The agreement also includes a weapon package and a training and support package.
Saab said deliveries will occur continuously, with final deliveries scheduled during 2038.
The A26 submarine is designed for demanding operational conditions in the Baltic Sea and engineered to operate quietly and remain undetected.
Saab said submarines contribute to naval multi-domain operations through freedom of movement, stealth, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.
To support the contract and the Polish Navy’s operation of the submarines, Saab plans to establish maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities in Poland.
The company said it will work closely with Polish industry to support Poland’s strategic autonomy.
Poland will also operate the Swedish submarine HMS Södermanland as a gap filler under a separate agreement between Poland and Sweden.
Saab is a defense and security company headquartered in Sweden. The company designs, manufactures, and maintains systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems.
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“We are deeply honoured that Poland has chosen Saab’s submarines to bolster its defence capabilities and strengthen the strategic partnership between our two nations. The three A26 submarines meet Poland’s current and future defence requirements and will play a pivotal role in enhancing security in the Baltic Sea region.”
Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab
