Brazilian government selects Gripen
In dramatic manner, on 18 December 2013, the Brazilian government announced selection of the Gripen NG to meet its long stated requirement for a new generation multi-role combat aircraft. Negotiations will now begin, with the Brazilian Air Force aiming at a procurement of 36 Gripen NGs to be followed by additional aircraft, not yet defined. The offer presented to the Brazilian Government by Saab includes the Gripen NG, subsystems, an extensive technology transfer package, a financing package as well as long term bi-lateral collaboration between the Brazilian and Swedish Governments.
“I am extremely proud of the confidence that the Brazilian government has placed in the Gripen NG. Saab regards the announcement as a strong commitment of the Brazilian Government
and are looking forward to provide the Brazilian Air Force with the world’s leading and most affordable fighter. Furthermore, this announcement is very significant for the collaboration between Brazil and Sweden. We stand prepared to start the industrial collaboration as planned, with its positive effects for Brazilian industry”, stated Saab CEO Håkan Buskhe.