Carney picks Swedish early-warning aircraft tech over U.S. bidders
Canada has chosen to negotiate the purchase of Swedish-made Saab early-warning aircraft technology, moving away from U.S. suppliers. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced this decision at the CANSEC defence trade show, emphasizing a shift in Canadian defense policy. The GlobalEye system will be integrated into Bombardier's Global 6500 jets, supporting local jobs and enhancing Canada's surveillance capabilities.
- ▪Canada is negotiating to buy Saab's GlobalEye early-warning aircraft technology.
- ▪This decision marks a shift away from reliance on U.S. military suppliers.
- ▪The GlobalEye system will be installed on Bombardier's Global 6500 jets, creating over 3,000 jobs in Canada.
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ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountPrime Minister Mark Carney said Canada has entered into negotiations to buy Swedish-made Saab early-warning aircraft technology, picking a non-U.S. supplier as he makes good on a promise to reduce spending on American military gear.Mr. Carney announced the selection at the annual CANSEC defence trade show in Ottawa Wednesday.He said Canada will proceed with the Swedish GlobalEye system, made by Saab. Other contenders were the Aeris X by L3Harris and the E-7 Wedgetail by Boeing.The GlobalEye early-warning system will be installed on Global 6500 jets made by Bombardier in Canada. Mr.
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