Saab CEO Micael Johansson on the Future of Warfare and Why Europe Needs Its Own ‘Golden Dome’

Published on July 8, 2025

Swedish defense giant Saab AB, a key player in global aerospace and security for nearly 90 years, has seen its prominence and market value surge amid rising geopolitical tensions, particularly following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Under CEO Micael Johansson, Saab is expanding its global reach—including in the Indo-Pacific—while adapting its offerings with advanced technologies like AI and autonomous systems. Johansson, now also head of Europe’s ASD, advocates for stronger regional defense collaboration and reducing overreliance on U.S. suppliers. He emphasizes the need for Europe to develop its own robust missile defense system and highlights the importance of AI, cyber resilience, and interconnected defense networks in shaping the future of security.

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