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Investigation into Saab's Activities in Brazil between 2008 and 2014 · Saab AB

Information & Summary

Investigation into Saab's Activities in Brazil between 2008 and 2014

Related FCPA Matter:   Saab's Involvement in Brazil between 2008 and 2014 Information

Information & Summary

Investigation Name:    Investigation into Saab's Activities in Brazil between 2008 and 2014

Trend:    None

Type of investigation:    DOJ

Other Agencies Investigating/Assisting with DOJ Investigation:    Unknown

Whistleblower:    Unknown

Summary

In a press release issued on October 10, 2024, Saab AB disclosed that its U.S. subsidiary, Saab North America, Inc., had received a subpoena from the DOJ requesting information about the Brazilian government’s acquisition of 36 Gripen E/F fighter aircraft for its air force. Brazil’s fighter procurement (the FX-2 programme) took place between 2008 and 2014, and Saab was awarded the contract.

Saab said it intended to cooperated with the DOJ.

Both Brazilian and Swedish authorities had previously investigated parts of the Brazilian fighter procurement process, including allegations of bribery of government officials. These investigations were closed without indicating any wrongdoings by Saab.

This investigation is ongoing.

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