Elbit Systems Sweden AB has announced the construction of its inaugural European production and sustainment center for Laser Warning Systems, expanding its manufacturing footprint across the continent to support regional militaries.
Slated for induction in 2027, the facility will handle assembly, integration, maintenance, and lifecycle support for European defense customers and NATO allies.
The initiative aims to reinforce the local supply network, optimize distribution schedules, and enhance system availability during heightened regional security demand.
The facility will expand Elbit’s workforce of over 100 in the Nordic country, where its regional hub previously supported Swedish Armed Forces digitalization programs.
“This initiative represents an important step for us and reflects our commitment to strengthening our capabilities to develop, deliver and produce locally,” Elbit Systems Sweden CEO Tobias Wennberg stated. “It also aligns well with our core technologies and enables us to expand our scope going forward.”
“Through the establishment of this center and the transfer of advanced technologies, we aim to support…with reliable, long-term and locally supported self-protection solutions with secure and sovereign supply chains,” he added.
Multi-Domain Laser Detector
Elbit’s Laser Warning System suite is a next-generation passive platform that identifies and localizes hostile laser threats while enabling warfighters to deploy necessary countermeasures on time.
Designed with a decentralized architecture, the 360-degree solution minimizes hardware overhaul and integrates into existing command and control capabilities.
The suite relays audio and visual warnings, has a low false-alarm rate, and could be used for practical crew training.
Currently, Elbit’s proprietary laser warning equipment is fielded across light and heavy fighting vehicles, main battle tanks, mortar carriers, large surface combatants, patrol boats, helicopters, and fighter jets.
