According to Saab, Deform has long supplied specially treated parts for submarine manufacturing and is an important supplier in the production of the Blekinge-class submarines.
– Deform has unique expertise in forming demanding and tough materials. We see it as a winning concept for both Kockums and Deform to secure supply and jointly develop more business by making Deform part of the Saab family, says Mats Wicksell, head of Saab's business area Kockums.
Deform states that operations will continue in Degerfors and that the company name will be retained.
– I am proud and pleased that Deform is now becoming part of Saab. This means a continued strong and stable future for our employees and our operations where we continue to deliver world-class advanced products to our customers, says Ulrika Jonsson, CEO of Deform.
Deform describes itself as a forming company active in pressure vessels, protection, basic industry, and "heavy equipment," with specialist expertise in hot and cold forming of metallic materials. The business started in 1907, the current name was introduced in 1987, and the company has 37 employees.