Saab UK has announced the official opening of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Fareham, Hampshire, marking a milestone in the company’s continued growth. The campus was opened by the Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Business and Trade.

The new facility is developing, manufacturing, and supporting Saab’s radar systems and market-leading Seaeye underwater robotics portfolio. This includes the 3D multi-mission radar, Giraffe 1X, and the all-electric subsea remotely operated vehicle, Seaeye SR20.

The opening marks the conclusion of the investment pledged by Saab in 2023. The site supports up to 400 jobs and provides local opportunities for apprenticeships. It enhances the UK’s sovereign radar and underwater robotics manufacturing capabilities, serving both domestic customers and international export markets, with capacity for further growth.

Saab’s new campus is expected to significantly benefit the UK Ministry of Defence. The site is a center of excellence ready to meet future customer radar requirements and servicing, in addition to supporting in-service radars operated by the UK Armed Forces; the Giraffe 1X, Giraffe AMB air defense radars, and TAIPAN (Arthur) artillery locating radars.

“This new campus is testament to Saab’s growth in the UK, reinforcing our long-term commitment to the UK’s defense,” said Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab. “Thanks to our investment here we will deliver innovative technologies and products for our customers. We are pleased to have the Secretary of State for Business and Trade join us today to mark this important occasion and to underline the important relationship between Saab and the UK.”

“Following the Government’s pledge to go further and faster to grow the economy, this is another vote of confidence in the UK, our world-class defense sector, and our upcoming Industrial Strategy,” said Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Business and Trade. “Saab’s investment in Hampshire has brought a major boost to local communities with hundreds of new high-paid, high-skilled jobs, and is exactly the sort of growth our pro-business, pro-growth Industrial Strategy will support.”