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THAI GRIPEN

THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIP

At Saab, we recognize that a key factor in a beneficial partnership lies in the transfer of high technology in recognized key areas. The formation of long-term partnerships between Saab, our principal partners and local companies and institutions is therefore a prerequisite.

As part of the Technology Transfer programme, Saab entered into a partnership with Thai company Avia Satcom Co. Ltd. in December 2009 to form a joint venture for the development of high technology products within aviation and defence.

Kajohnsak Watanangura, Avia Satcom manager, and Kaj Rosander, Saab’s Campaign Director for Gripen in Thailand, signed the joint venture in Bangkok.

Image: Kajohnsak Watanangura, Avia Satcom manager, and Kaj Rosander, Saab’s Campaign Director for Gripen in Thailand, signed the joint venture in Bangkok.

Creating high-tech job opportunities in Thailand

The new company, Avia Saab Technologies, is based in Bangkok, Thailand. Initially it is focusing on the development of a National Tactical Datalink in the Gripen fighter, which has been ordered by the Royal Thai Air Force.

“The joint venture offers locally developed products for the Thai Armed Forces and the export market. It also brings new investments and leading edge technology to Thailand, and creates highly advanced job opportunities for Thai professionals,” says Kaj Rosander, Saab’s Campaign Director for Gripen in Thailand.

“This is really special for Thailand,” says Kajohnsak Watanangura, Avia Satcom’s manager responsible for the joint venture programme. “Firstly, the technology transferred must be developed further before it can be incorporated into the product. This definitely calls for employees who are highly technologically competent, which Thailand has, and over time the skill levels will rise even further.”

Future prospects

Among the future prospects besides the Tactical Datalink, are Command & Control Systems, Simulators, Training, Mission Support Systems, Electronic Warfare Systems, Upgrade Programmes and Logistic Support.