The Polish government has selected Saab’s A26 submarines to replace its current Kilo-class fleet, Saab announced. No contract has yet been signed, and no orders have been placed.
The A26 submarines, offered by the Swedish government, feature the latest technologies and innovations and include plans for cooperation with Polish industry and knowledge transfer. The initiative aims to establish a strategic partnership between Poland and Sweden.
“We are honoured to have been selected and look forward to the coming negotiations with the Armaments Agency in Poland,” said Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab. “The Swedish offer, featuring submarines tailored for the Baltic Sea, is the right choice for the Polish people. It will significantly enhance the operational capability of the Polish Navy and benefit the Polish economy.”
Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) will now work with Polish authorities on the next steps of the procurement process.