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Sweden Extends Gripen Cooperation With Hungary Another Decade

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

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Sweden and Hungary yesterday signed a new contract to continue operating Gripen fighter aircraft another 10 years, until 2026. Saab, a Swedish defense and security company, said Hungary made the long-term strategic decision to continue operating Gripen and ensure the continued development of its national capability. The Swedish Defence and Security Export Agency, FXM, Monday confirmed that Sweden and Hungary have chosen to extend their Gripen partnership. Negotiations had gone on over recent months and the new contract was signed…

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