# Sweden, France and Cyprus sign joint Akeron MP procurement agreement

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- Published: 2026-11-08
- Type: News · Section: Land · Country: sweden
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- Primary source: https://www.defense.gouv.fr/dga/actualites/signature-dun-accord-cadre-entre-chypre-france-suede-lacquisition-missiles-akeron-mp
- Tags: sweden, france, cyprus, mbda, akeron mp, rbs 58, saab, dga, euronaval 2026, safe, eu

> Sweden, France and Cyprus have signed a framework agreement for joint procurement of MBDA's Akeron MP anti-tank missiles, known as RBS 58 in Swedish service, aiming to cut costs and boost interoperability, potentially backed by the EU's SAFE financing instrument.

![French 27th Mountain Infantry Brigade soldiers with an Akeron MP](https://imagedelivery.net/XO8UY-c6-LfWgEjQsN8IQw/e523133a-e305-4c90-b7c3-3d60a9131b00/public)
*French 27th Mountain Infantry Brigade soldiers with an Akeron MP · Adrien C. / Armée de Terre (Licence Ouverte 2.0)*

**Sweden, France and Cyprus have signed a framework agreement for the joint procurement of Akeron MP anti-tank missiles from MBDA. The agreement, announced during Euronaval 2026, establishes a framework for coordinated purchases, potentially supported by the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) financing instrument.**

According to the ⁠[French defence procurement agency DGA](https://www.defense.gouv.fr/dga/actualites/signature-dun-accord-cadre-entre-chypre-france-suede-lacquisition-missiles-akeron-mp), the agreement is intended to reduce procurement costs and improve interoperability between the participating armed forces. Other European countries may also join the initiative.

The Akeron MP is a precision-guided anti-tank missile developed by MBDA for engaging armoured vehicles and fortified positions. It can also be launched from suitably equipped light vessels against land targets or light naval targets.

The missile is designated **RBS 58** in Swedish service. As ⁠[NDS reported in April 2023](https://nordicdefencesector.com/en/article/sweden-and-france-sign-agreement-on-new-anti-tank-missile-sy), Sweden and France previously signed a bilateral agreement covering joint studies, procurement and development of the system.

In ⁠[January 2024, NDS also reported](https://nordicdefencesector.com/en/article/saab-starker-samarbetet-med-mbda) that Saab and MBDA had expanded their cooperation on anti-tank weapons and ground-based air defence, with Akeron MP identified as an initial focus of their joint work.

The new agreement extends the government-level procurement cooperation to Cyprus. DGA has not disclosed any missile quantities, contract value or delivery schedule.

![French Minister of Defense Sébastien Lecornu, Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA, Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson, at the Saab and MBDA signing of the agreement to strengthen their cooperation in anti-tank and ground-based air defense.](https://imagedelivery.net/XO8UY-c6-LfWgEjQsN8IQw/af829723-90f6-4ed9-ec74-db8265b43a00/public)
*French Minister of Defense Sébastien Lecornu, Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA, Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson, at the Saab and MBDA signing of the agreement to strengthen their cooperation in anti-tank and ground-based air defense.*

## FAQ

**Which countries signed the joint Akeron MP procurement agreement?**

Sweden, France and Cyprus signed the framework agreement, announced during Euronaval 2026, for joint procurement of Akeron MP anti-tank missiles from MBDA. The agreement could be supported by the EU's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) financing instrument, and other European countries may join. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-08.

**What is the Akeron MP missile and how is it designated in Swedish service?**

The Akeron MP is a precision-guided anti-tank missile developed by MBDA to engage armoured vehicles and fortified positions, and it can also be launched from suitably equipped light vessels against land or light naval targets. In Swedish service, the missile is designated RBS 58. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-08.

**Why was the Akeron MP agreement expanded to include Cyprus?**

The new agreement extends existing government-level procurement cooperation between Sweden and France to include Cyprus, aiming to reduce procurement costs and improve interoperability between the participating armed forces, according to French defence procurement agency DGA. No missile quantities, contract value or delivery schedule have been disclosed. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-08.

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