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42 SAAB ANNUAL REPORT 2011
SAAB’S RESPONSIBILITIES > SOCIETY
As one of Sweden’s most research-intensive compa-
nies, we have contributed to technological development
domestically and around the world. Today this remains
an important component in industrial development in a
global market.
Saab is a company that contributes to society on several dimen-
sions beyond its basic business concept. For example, it creates job
opportunities itself as well as through its subcontractors, in Sweden
and our other home markets. Having access to the right skills is
critical to our long-term development and success, which is why we
have invested for years in collaborations and programmes to give
children and young people the opportunity of a good education in
Sweden and South Africa.
In Sweden, we have established alliances with several leading uni-
versities and institutes of technology. Our focus in South Africa is
on assisting children and young people to receive an education and
provide them with access to the right learning materials.
Goal
We create economic value where we operate. Our research and
development helps to build competence and provides economic
benets in our own and others’ businesses.
Priorities 2011
New innovation centre in Brazil
May 18 marked the opening of the Swedish-Brazilian research and
innovation centre created on Saab’s initiative. e main focus is
on transportation and logistics, defence and security, and urban
PARTNERSHIPS FOR
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
FROM WET TO DRY
Saab has maintained a local presence in Thailand for
several years. In connection with the flooding there in fall
2011, Saab received a request from the Thai Embassy for
emergency assistance.
After analysing the situation, Saab’s organisations in Thai-
land and Sweden donated two water treatment facilities,
300 tents and 100 electric generators for the Thai people.
Since Saab has the capacity, experience and local presence
in Thailand, it was able to respond quickly.
Saab’s many years of experience with infrastructure services
and system solutions for defence, disaster and rescue mis-
sions is a vital asset for those in need. Efforts are coordi-
nated as part of Project Relief.
About Project Relief
Project Relief is an initiative created by Saab to meet
emergency needs and reduce human suffering caused
by disasters. By utilising our technical expertise and long ex-
perience, we can make a difference. To build on this social
responsibility work and at the same time be in position to
respond quickly and effectively to future disasters, Saab has
decided to create a permanent capability. The initiative is
still in development. A previous project in Pakistan 2010
provided water treatment plant facilities for 15,000-20,000
people. Saab also donated money to Haiti after the earth-
quake in 2010.