FMV and the Swedish Armed Forces ready for submarine lease to Poland

FMV and the Swedish Armed Forces have signed an agreement on preparations for leasing the submarine HMS Södermanland to Poland, including training of Polish crew.

The Editorial Team · under Editor-in-Chief Jacob WollheimSweden15 Oct 2026Updated 19 min agoOriginal Source

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The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and the Swedish Armed Forces announce that they have signed an agreement on the implementation of Sweden's lease of the submarine HMS Södermanland to Poland. The agreement covers training of a Polish submarine crew, preparations ahead of the lease, and support during the lease period. The lease is an intergovernmental deal between Sweden and Poland, with FMV representing the Swedish state. The training of around 30 Polish submariners began in Karlskrona (southern Sweden) in August 2026 and is expected to last 18 months, initially at the Naval Warfare Centre (Sjöstridsskolan) and subsequently at the First Submarine Flotilla.

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01What does the agreement between FMV, the Swedish Armed Forces and Poland regarding HMS Södermanland cover?

The agreement covers the training of a Polish submarine crew, preparations ahead of the leasing of HMS Södermanland, and support during the leasing period. It involves completing the submarine and ensuring that the crew receives the necessary training, according to Fredrik Lindén at FMV. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-05.

02When did the training of the Polish submarine crew begin and how long will it last?

03Which parties are included in the submarine leasing agreement and who represents Sweden?