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How the Swedish defence market works

In Sweden there is no: Instead, we have: However security of supply is increasingly important in contracts. The Swedish agencies look at different options: How defence procurement works Swedish procurement legislation is based on EU directives and EU primary law. Public procurement must be efficient and legally certain and make use of market competition. There …

SOFF

The purpose of the Swedish Security & Defence Industry Association (SOFF) is to create the best possible preconditions for member companies to operate in Sweden and enhance their market accessibility and capacity to trade.  THE PURPOSE…  SOFF member companies are presented with significant opportunities, which come hand in hand with considerable challenges. It’s crucial to …

Strategic Partners

In order to address identified needs of the member companies, the association has created a platform to, together with selected partner companies, increase understanding of the challenges and opportunities that the companies face. The partnership provides access to resources and unique opportunities. Our strategic partners have expertise in areas important to the market. They participate …

Case studies

Leading the charge in innovation Despite being a small country of only 10 million people, Sweden is exceptionally adept at partnering for innovations, especially in the realm of defence. Above case studies are only a few areas we pioneer. Therefore, we pride ourselves on punching above our weight in security and defence. Innovation is rooted …

Support Ukraine

During times of conflict, particularly with the ongoing Russian military invasion of Ukraine, the European defense industry plays a vital role in guaranteeing the safety of our citizen. The industry is not merely a supplier of military equipment but a defender of the European way of life, actively contributing to the preservation of peace and …

AD Aware Traffic Control – Swedish cloud platforms paving the way for emergency vehicles

27 March 2018 A recently started Swedish research project, AD Aware Traffic Control – Emergency Vehicles, conducted by Volvo Cars, Carmenta, Ericsson, SOS Alarm and RISE, Research Institutes of Sweden is developing a cloud-based traffic control platform that builds on the Drive Sweden Innovation Cloud, and enables smooth and seamless information exchange between coordinators of …

AD Aware Traffic Control – Swedish cloud platforms paving the way for emergency vehicles

27 March 2018 A recently started Swedish research project, AD Aware Traffic Control – Emergency Vehicles, conducted by Volvo Cars, Carmenta, Ericsson, SOS Alarm and RISE, Research Institutes of Sweden is developing a cloud-based traffic control platform that builds on the Drive Sweden Innovation Cloud, and enables smooth and seamless information exchange between coordinators of …

SOFF

Let’s co-create a secure future! SOFF proudly represents a network of 250 companies, collectively employing close to 22,500 individuals and boasting an impressive annual turnover of approximately €5,5 billion. 60% of the revenue is on export. Dive deeper to learn more about each of our distinguished member below.

Saab expands strategic research co-operation with Aalto University

Encouraged by the excellent results from research co-operation with Aalto University, Saab is now investing an additional 3 million euro to further expand this strategic collaboration into new research areas. This new funding brings the total investment to 23 million euro for the years 2017-2026. With the additional funding, the collaboration will extend beyond doctoral …

Meet the companies

Let’s co-create a secure future! We proudly represent a network of more than 200 member companies, collectively employing close to 22,500 individuals and boasting an impressive annual turnover of approximately €5,5 billion. Dive deeper to learn more about each of our distinguished member companies below.

Volvo Penta’s latest D6 propulsion package set new standards for high-speed vessels

Volvo Penta’s latest D6 propulsion package set new standards for high-speed vessels Volvo Penta and Swedish boatbuilder Marell have joined forces to create the new Marell M15 patrol boat. Equipped with Volvo Penta’s latest D6 engine and DPI system, the vessel is tailor-made from helm-to-prop to set a new standard for high-speed operations. Volvo Penta’s …

Saab and Aalto University Sign a Ten-Year Cooperation Agreement

Defence and security company Saab and Aalto University have signed an agreement for a ten-year programme with the aim of strengthening their research cooperation, especially in long-term sensor technology research. Aalto University and Saab have been working together in this field for some time, and the newly signed agreement further strengthens this cooperation. The total …