Saab announces Polish Navy Double Eagle contract
Saab will supply its Double Eagle mine countermeasures (MCM) underwater vehicle to the Polish Navy following the force’s selection of the system for its Kormoran II Mine Countermeasure Vessel (MCMV).
The Double Eagle concept uses a modular approach to provide flexible systems for MCM and maritime security.
Saab has not specified which version of the system it will supply to Poland. The Double Eagle MkII/III is a multifunctional ROV for MCM operations which can be launched from a ship, shore or any craft of opportunity. It comes in two main configurations: mine reconnaissance, both remotely and autonomously performed; and mine disposal.
The Double Eagle SAROV is an ROV/AUV hybrid which also comes in mine reconnaissance and mine disposal configurations. The addition of autonomous operation and underwater docking capability enables the SAROV to be operated with or without a tether. It can be used for a variety of missions including: underwater survey; REA; detection and identification of underwater objects; and mine disposal.
Agneta Kammeby, vice president and head of underwater systems, Saab, said: ‘This adds another navy to our client list for the Double Eagle system and shows that ROVs still form the base for MCM in all modern navies.’
Jason Howard, head of naval segment CEE, Saab market area Europe and greater Middle East, added: ‘This is further proof that Saab’s efforts to position itself in the Polish naval market are starting to bear fruit. It is our belief that this achievement will increase Saab’s chances to secure additional business in upcoming naval projects in Poland.’
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