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Finance

Sweden to boost anti-drone defences amid growing threats

Published by Global Banking and Finance Review

Posted on October 10, 2025

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COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -Sweden will invest 3.5 billion Swedish crowns ($367.11 million) in more anti-drone systems, its defence minister said on Friday, citing a growing threat posed by aerial violations.

A wave of drone sightings has rattled European aviation, sparking concerns about hybrid attacks potentially targeting Ukraine's allies in Europe, though Russia has denied involvement.

"Recent violations and drone sightings are a reminder that threats from the air are an increasingly large part of modern warfare," Defence Minister Pal Jonson said on X. "We must defend ourselves against this."

The Nordic NATO member will acquire systems to shoot down drones, deploy hunter drones for air bases and install jamming sensors, among other measures, the minister added.

Sweden will spend an additional 1.5 billion crowns to enhance the capabilities of its JAS 39 Gripen fighter aircraft system, the government said in a statement.

The investment covers spare parts, mission equipment and base materials to bolster the air force's ability to operate from air bases and temporary road bases, it added.

"This strengthens the Gripen's availability and endurance in peace, crisis and war," Jonson said.

The JAS 39 Gripen is made by Swedish defence group Saab.

($1=9.5339 Swedish crowns)

(Reporting by Stine Jacobsen; Editing by Terje Solsvik and Clarence Fernandez)