Saab says the Netherlands plans to buy its GlobalEye aircraft (updated)
UPDATE 1-Saab says the Netherlands plans to buy its GlobalEye aircraft Adds Saab comment in paragraph 2
STOCKHOLM, Sept 10 (Reuters) - Swedish defence group Saab SAABb.ST said on Thursday the Netherlands has signed a letter of intent with Sweden for the acquisition of a Saab GlobalEye Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft.
"GlobalEye will enable the Netherlands to detect threats earlier, respond faster, and strengthen both national and collective defence," Saab said in a statement, adding that the Netherlands has not yet placed an order for the aircraft.
(Reporting by Anna Ringstrom, editing by Terje Solsvik)
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