Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Interview with Rear Admiral Fredrik Lindén, Director of Naval Systems at FMV (Försvarets materielverk or defence materiel administration). The FMV is responsible for the program management and supply of equipment to Sweden's Armed Forces, including the Royal Swedish Navy. This interview was recorded during Navy Tech 2026, a conference organized by Navy Leaders.
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RADM Lindén discusses the frigate procurement program for the Royal Swedish Navy (Luleå class), the A26 program for both Sweden and Poland, and the new LUUV autonomous submarine.
The Luleå class will be the largest ships in service with the Royal Swedish Navy. The frigates will be much larger compared to the in-service Visby-class, with increased range and endurance. One of the key focus for this class is air defense capabilities.
Offers include:
- Navantia with the Alfa 4000
- Naval Group with the FDI
- Babcock with a derivative of the Arrowhead 140
Sweden will select the ship class in early 2026
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Interview with Rear Admiral Fredrik Lindén, Director of Naval Systems at FMV (Försvarets materielverk or defence materiel administration). The FMV is responsible for the program management and supply of equipment to Sweden's Armed Forces, including the Royal Swedish Navy. This interview was recorded during Navy Tech 2026, a conference organized by Navy Leaders.
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RADM Lindén discusses the frigate procurement program for the Royal Swedish Navy (Luleå class), the A26 program for both Sweden and Poland, and the new LUUV autonomous submarine.
The Luleå class will be the largest ships in service with the Royal Swedish Navy. The frigates will be much larger compared to the in-service Visby-class, with increased range and endurance. One of the key focus for this class is air defense capabilities.
Offers include:
- Navantia with the Alfa 4000
- Naval Group with the FDI
- Babcock with a derivative of the Arrowhead 140
Sweden will select the ship class in early 2026
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