Maxar Intelligence and Saab have signed an agreement to develop next-generation multi-domain battlespace solutions, focusing on space-based capabilities for drones.
Under the partnership, Maxar will integrate satellite imagery and 3D terrain data with Saab’s defense systems.
The initiative will enable autonomous systems to operate more effectively in contested environments by providing precise navigation and targeting data without relying on GPS.
“Our collaboration with Maxar represents a significant leap forward in our commitment to use information from the Space domain and thereby enhancing the strategic defense capabilities of Europe and beyond,” said Görgen Johansson, head of Saab’s Dynamics business.
Moreover, Saab will gain access to Maxar’s geospatial intelligence tools and miss