Sensors supplied by Ericsson let the border guard detect illegal activities far beyond the range of the human eye. The Ericsson solution allowed Norway to tighten its border with Russia at a critical time.

Norway's implementation of the Schengen agreement in 2001 brought with it a mandate to secure the country's remote 196 km border with Russia. High-tech sensors proved the answer.

Saab's purchase of Ericsson Microwave Systems and the remaining parts of Saab Ericsson Space, announced June 12, 2006, is now complete.

Defense strategies and tactics have changed dramatically in the past years. The field operative is becoming a complete communication system, providing and receiving information from commanders and other field operatives in real-time. Ericsson provides the solutions.