Sweden to invest SEK 5.3 billion to enhance drone and space capabilities

The Swedish Government has decided to invest more than SEK 4 billion in the acquisition of various types of unmanned systems for the Swedish Armed Forces.The Government is also committing SEK 1.3 billion to expanding space capabilities. 

The investment in unmanned systems includes loitering munitions, reconnaissance drones, unmanned airborne electronic warfare capabilities and unmanned vehicles for different marine applications, which will strengthen the combat unit’s war fighting capabilities. 

The space investment consists of the acquisition of a number of reconnaissance and surveillance satellites.

“Unmanned systems and space situation awareness are crucial in modern warfare. By investing in drone capabilities and space systems, we are strengthening the Swedish Armed Forces’ operational capabilities, increasing the resilience of our combat units and improving our capability to act together with Allies,” says Minister for Defence Pål Jonson.