Saab and Hanwha Aerospace sign MoU for GLSDB
Defense company Saab has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hanwha Aerospace regarding the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB). The agreement explores potential collaboration.
Swedish defense and security company Saab has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Korea-based Hanwha Aerospace concerning the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB).
The agreement, announced on September 3, 2025, aims to explore opportunities for joint development and delivery of the Saab GLSDB system. This collaboration is intended to leverage Hanwha Aerospace's existing industrial base and Saab's expertise in GLSDB technology.
The GLSDB is a long-range weapon that can be launched from various ground platforms. It utilizes Saab's Small Diameter Bomb (SDB), equipped with a guided wing-fold unit, allowing it to glide to its target from a significant distance with precision. This capability offers tactical advantages in terms of mobility and strike power.
This potential partnership with Hanwha Aerospace could bolster Saab's standing in the global defense sector. Hanwha Aerospace is a significant player in the aerospace and defense industry, and the collaboration might open new markets and partnerships. Specific financial terms or timelines for the collaboration have not been disclosed.