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Saab Eyes 10,000 Jobs with Gripen Jet in Canada

11/14/2025

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Saab is in discussions with the Canadian government and Bombardier to build the Gripen fighter jet in Canada, potentially creating 10,000 jobs and a national aircraft development research network.
Micael Johansson, Saab CEO, emphasizes collaboration and technology transfer to advance Canada’s sovereign capabilities.
The talks will continue during the royal visit of Sweden's King and Queen.
Canadian military officials warn that maintaining a dual F-35/Gripen fleet is costly.

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Saab is in discussions with the Canadian government and Bombardier to build the Gripen fighter jet in Canada, potentially creating 10,000 jobs and a national aircraft development research network.
Micael Johansson, Saab CEO, emphasizes collaboration and technology transfer to advance Canada’s sovereign capabilities.
The talks will continue during the royal visit of Sweden's King and Queen.
Canadian military officials warn that maintaining a dual F-35/Gripen fleet is costly.