Saab, Kyiv School of Economics Launch Strategic Collaboration in Critical Defence Technologies

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Saab and Kyiv School of Economics have signed a collaboration agreement to strengthen research and development in unmanned aerial systems (UAVs) and microelectronics — two technology areas that are increasingly critical to modern defence and security capabilities.

The agreement establishes a long-term framework for joint research projects, student collaboration, experimentation, and technology development, supporting the advancement of next-generation defence and dual-use capabilities. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment by Saab and Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) to develop critical technologies, educate future experts, and strengthen technological resilience in an increasingly complex security environment.

“This collaboration strengthens our global technology research capabilities and gives us direct insights into the new defence opportunities enabled by UAV technologies and microelectronics. We are very pleased to begin this partnership and look forward to advancing these critical capabilities together, says Anders Carp, deputy CEO at Saab.

“At KSE, we educate engineers and researchers who work at the intersection of technology, security, and real-world application. Partnering with Saab allows us to align cutting-edge research in UAV technologies and microelectronics with the operational needs, both today and in the future”, says Tymofii Brik, rector of Kyiv School of Economics.

Kyiv School of Economics represents a new generation of forward-looking engineering education and research, with recently established programs focused on UAV technologies and microelectronics. The university combines a strong understanding of modern battlefield requirements with an applied and experimental research approach addressing emerging technological challenges identified together with Saab.

Through the collaboration, Saab contributes its extensive expertise in large-scale defence systems, sensor technologies, and advanced front-end solutions, enabling research outcomes to be integrated into operationally relevant platforms and real-world applications. The partnership aims to accelerate innovation, strengthen competence on both sides, and bridge academic research with practical system-level deployment.