Swedish Manufacturer Seeks Local Industrial Cooperation
Saab is exploring the possibility of partnering with Portuguese aerospace company OGMA for the production of Gripen fighter parts, should Portugal decide to replace its F-16 fleet with the Swedish aircraft. The potential cooperation is modeled after Saab’s existing partnership with Embraer in Brazil, where OGMA is closely linked through a majority stake. Saab is presenting the Gripen as an attractive option for Portugal, highlighting the potential for local investment and job creation. Although Portugal has not yet launched a formal procurement process, Saab’s industrial pitch is part of a broader effort to build support for the Gripen. This development was reported by AeroTime.