Saab satsar på rymden: vill stärka Sveriges beredskap
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The Swedish company Saab is making a comeback in the space industry after 18 years. The company has announced that it wants to develop its own systems for satellites and surveillance from space. According to Ny Teknik, the goal is to help Sweden become better prepared for crises, both in society and within the defence sector.
Saab was previously active in the space field, but left parts of the business almost two decades ago. Now the company is trying to return, as demand for satellite data has increased sharply. Satellites are used, among other things, for communication, weather forecasting and to monitor changes on Earth. In recent years, security in space has also become a more important issue for many countries.
The company says that the new satellites will be usable both by the military and by civil authorities. This could, for example, involve detecting floods, forest fires or other events that require rapid assistance. At the same time, Saab has not given any details about costs and timetable, and it is still uncertain when the first satellites may be ready.
The investment shows that Sweden wants a greater role in space efforts in Europe. If the project succeeds, it could create new jobs in the country and strengthen the Swedish technology industry. Over the coming years, it will become clear how quickly the company can carry out its plans.
Sources: Ny Teknik
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