Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to ensure the continued operation of JAS 39 Gripen C/D and to provide capability enhancements to preserve the operational relevance of the fighter aircraft. The order value is SEK 500 million. Gripen C/D is the system that will be used for many years to come in Sweden and in other countries that have purchased Gripen.

The development is also done to further ensure a cost- effective solution regarding construction, design and procurement. The purpose of the order is to start implementation of the upgrade to fulfil the Swedish Armed Forces' need to maintain the continued high capability and availability of Gripen C/D up to 2035.