Global Demand for Gripen Jets Fuels SAAB's Growth
SAAB's aircraft factory in Linköping is growing, having hired 800 new staff this year, nearing 8,000 employees in total.
The Gripen fighter jet manufacturer needs to keep growing to meet future demand, according to Lars Tossman, head of SAAB Aeronautics.
Maintaining reasonable delivery timeframes has been important for the company.
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Author's summary: SAAB's growth in Linköping driven by global demand for Gripen jets.