Ann-Kristin Adolfsson

Manufactures and sells aerial systems, ground combat weapons and surveillance systems for defence, aviation and civil security

Saab Ventures acquires minority equity positions in fast-growing small or medium-sized companies, and promotes their growth through financial, technical and marketing support. They favor innovation-based companies with technology relevant to Saab's development and core strategy. Saab Ventures co-invests in deals ranging from SEK 15 to 20 million. Their key investment criteria include a fit with Saab's corporate strategy, existing revenues with potential revenues of SEK 100 million within five years, strong IP rights, proven technology, clear customer value and an ambitious, experienced management team. Saab Ventures typically invests SEK 10 million to 20 million. They have invested in a diverse range of sectors including fire fighting, aviation, command and control systems, waste-to-energy management, engine components, medical technology, simulation software, energy technology related to tidal streams, software for spectrum management, acoustic solutions, memory architecture and surveillance radar.