Saab Secures £20 Million Contract to Enhance British Army Training in Oman
Swedish defense giant Saab has announced the acquisition of an amended contract valued at £20 million ($26 million) aimed at expanding support for the British Army’s live training exercises in Oman.
Originally signed in April 2024, the Instrumented Live Training contract will see Saab provide advanced training and simulation equipment. Among the offerings is a high-fidelity system designed to effectively simulate combat scenarios and capture detailed performance data, enabling comprehensive reviews to enhance training outcomes.
This additional equipment will be seamlessly integrated into the British Ministry of Defence’s existing Tactical Engagement Simulation capability, ensuring continuity in training standards. Notably, the British Army’s system can be deployed not only in Oman but also in other regions. Saab’s simulation tools are compatible with NATO standards, which allows for integration with various international systems.
In addition to the sophisticated training equipment, Saab’s technicians will deliver training services throughout the deployment process and manage the Exercise Control environment. They will oversee the recorded data to provide objective measures of the training effectiveness.
Deliveries of the new systems are scheduled to commence in 2024 and continue into 2025.
Andy Fraser, Group Managing Director at Saab UK, expressed pride in supporting the British Army’s training initiatives both domestically and internationally. "Our focus on interoperability ensures smooth collaboration with the Royal Army of Oman and other key international allies," he stated.
Simon Pearce, Training and Simulation Systems Portfolio Leader for Defence Equipment & Support, highlighted the significance of this contract amendment in reinforcing the partnership between the British Army, the Royal Army of Oman, and Saab. He emphasized the commitment to delivering top-notch training solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern warfare and align with the goals of the Collective Training Transformation Programme.
