Sweden joins France and Cyprus in joint missile procurement

Sweden has joined France and Cyprus in a framework agreement for the joint procurement of Akeron MP anti-tank missiles from European manufacturer MBDA.

The agreement was announced at Euronaval by France’s defence procurement agency, DGA. It provides a basis for joint purchases, including under the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) financing instrument, according to a statement from the agency.

The DGA did not disclose a value, the number of missiles involved or a delivery schedule. It said other European countries could join the initiative.

Sweden has already ordered the system, known domestically as Robotsystem 58. The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, FMV, signed a contract with MBDA for series deliveries in 2025.

Akeron MP is designed to engage armoured vehicles and fortified targets. It can also be launched from suitably equipped small boats against land targets or light naval vessels, according to the DGA.

MBDA reported revenue of EUR 5.8 billion in 2025 and employs more than 20,000 people. The company is owned by Airbus and BAE Systems, each with 37.5 percent, and Leonardo with 25 percent.