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We are now entering an exciting time. On the one hand, I see that we, as a supplier of air traffic services for civil and military aviation, have an important role in building a functional total defence. In addition, we now have a new main task of providing flight planning and execution services for unmanned aviation. I am really looking forward to leading LFV into this new era.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director-General LFV
In order to reach the full potential of remote air traffic control in terms of efficiency, multiple remote tower are a given and a necessary step. It is nice to know that Sweden is a leader in that development.
Lindsey Martenez Hermosilla
We look forward to developing modern and climate-smart conditions for everyone using Swedish airspace.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General of LFV.
We are proud and pleased to be able to open RTC Stockholm for remote air-traffic control today.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV
With this radar, our air traffic controllers can get an even better situational awareness of the air traffic and we can continue to deliver a safe, robust, and reliable air traffic service in our area of responsibility.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV
In close co-operations such as this, we create opportunities for developing and validating new solutions for increased safety, cost efficiency, and reduced climate impact.
Gunnar Olsson, LFV's Acting Research Director.
Within the EDIS project, we have gathered Swedish excellence in relevant areas to demonstrate opportunities for improved community service for people in sparsely populated areas who want to feel secure in the environment in which they are located.
Björn Wahlström, research manager at LFV.
As part of LFV, AVISEQ is a continued strong player in the market with high-level deliveries of technical operations and maintenance services to air traffic control centers, airports, government agencies and companies.
Robert Sporrong, CEO AVISEQ.
With the new company in place, they will manage the operation and maintenance of our systems under our own control. The company will also continue to provide technical services to both current and new customers.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV.
There may be several concurrent explanations for this reduction in traffic, including an economic slowdown, the weak Swedish crown, and environmental and sustainability issues.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV.
We congratulate the airport, its owners and the region on having Sweden’s newest airport. They have invested in a modern airport that will create opportunities for more people to experience the mountains of Sälen and Trysil.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General of LFV.
The collaboration between LFV and Linköping University has produced fantastic results. Together we figure out smart solutions for the flights of the future.
Björn Wahlström, LFV Research Director.
Support of our operational systems is an important part of LFV’s core service, an efficient and safe air navigation services for civil and military air traffic and therefore we are very positive about signing a letter of intent
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV.
Today’s landing is an important milestone on the road to the local air traffic control services of the future.
Per Lindblad, CEO of Saab Airport AB
With the Swedish Transport Agency's approval, we receive yet another acknowledgment that Remote Tower Services is the future for local airports.
Per Kjellander, Deputy COO LFV
The testing centre now being established will offer unique opportunities for research and demonstrations of new concepts – at a working airport and in real time.
Gunnar Olsson, LFV's Research and Innovation Department.
Sweden’s economy is strong, and this is reflected in aviation, especially internationally.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV.
With the agreement between LFV and Swedavia, a major step towards digitalisation and the streamlining of air navigation services in Sweden is taken.
Ann Persson Grivas, Director General LFV
Innovation and digitalisation are important elements for the further development of airport operations.
Jonas Abrahamsson, CEO Swedavia
Recent years' efficiency improvements at LFV have significantly contributed to reductions in charges.
Olle Sundin, Director General.
Ann Persson Grivas has extensive experience in leadership and change management roles, which is necessary to be able to continue LFV’s ongoing transformation.
Jan Olson, chairman of the board LFV.
With our focus on smart solutions for the flights of tomorrow, we are taking a clear position as supplier and collaboration partner in the industry.
Olle Sundin, Director General LFV.
This investment is part of LFV’s plans to ensure that our Remote Tower Service (RTS) product is competitive in the long term and flexible enough to meet the needs of our airport customers
Niclas Gustavsson, LFV's Director of Business Development.
We are extremely pleased to have attracted Trygve to LFV. Trygve Gjertsen has vast experience of the industry and a strong customer-centric approach.
Olle Sundin, director general LFV.
Our letter of intent with Swedavia means we will investigate the conditions to establish reliable and safe remote air traffic services on a large scale in Sweden.
Olle Sundin, Director General LFV.
LFV has made Swedish history with our Remote Tower Services
Olle Sundin, Director General LFV.
LFV is a turnkey supplier of air traffic services.
Niclas Gustavsson, Director of Business Development at LFV.
With remotely controlled towers we are creating completely new opportunities for the whole of the aviation industry.
Olle Sundin, Director General LFV.
With remotely operated towers we will create totally new opportunities for aviation.
Olle Sundin, Director general LFV.
The contract shows that the partnerships we have established with GAL are of world class.
Lars Håkansson, CEO LFV Aviation Consulting
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The government gives LFV increased responsibility for unmanned aviation and extends the Director-General's appointment

On 1 February, LFV's assignment will be updated to include information and services that support unmanned aviation. LFV's Director-General Ann Persson Grivas appointment will be extended for a further three years from 1 April to 31 March 2026.“To lead the authority that is responsible for providing a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly air traffic service is an important societal mission. Like the entire aviation industry, we at LFV are also facing a future marked by new conditions. I am proud and happy about the opportunity to continue as Director-General. In recent years, the

Focus on benefits to society of drones

Yesterday a  drone day  with seminars and a drone demonstration flight was carried out at Norrköping Airport to show the benefits to society of drones. The drone day was a part of a major European initiative and Östergötland is one of six locations in Europe to carry out this demonstration of drone services in the urban environment.On the subject of drone flights, seminars were arranged with participants who included LFV, Linköping University (LiU), Independent Business Group (IBG), the Swedish Transport Agency and Norrköping Airport. Project results were presented, as was the latest

Unique drone flight to be demonstrated between Linköping and Norrköping

A unique drone flight will take place between Linköping and Norrköping on Thursday 6 October. The demo flight is part of a major European effort to demonstrate the benefits drones can offer society.A unique drone flight will take place between Linköping and Norrköping on Thursday 6 October. The demo flight is part of a major European effort to demonstrate the benefits drones can offer society.The flight will be carried out with a larger drone that will transport a ten kilo load between Malmen Airbase in Linköping and Norrköping Airport on an estimated 25-minute flight. The demo flight is

LFV takes the next step towards more efficient air traffic control

LFV has now demonstrated the multiple remote tower function at Malmö Sturup. Multiple remote tower marks the next generation of remote air traffic control. This successful air traffic control concept, which LFV was the first in the world to introduce in 2015, is now in operation at six Swedish airports.When remote air traffic control was developed and gradually introduced, it was based on the one to one concept, that is, where one air traffic controller manages the air traffic at one airport. Multiple remote tower have been developed step by step while normal daily air traffic control

LFV tasked with proposing a new lower airspace in Sweden

Swedish Air Navigation Service Provider LFV has been commissioned by the Swedish Government to propose how the airspace below 2900 meters should be designed to create better conditions for more environmentally friendly flights to Swedish airports.- With this new assignment, LFV is the designated public authority that will propose how a lower airspace could be designed. We look forward to developing modern and climate-smart conditions for everyone using Swedish airspace. The work will take place in close dialogue and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, says Ann Persson Grivas, Director

LFV commissions new remote air-traffic control centre

Today LFV commissioned the new remote tower centre, RTC Stockholm, for remote air-traffic control at some of Swedavia’s airports. The first airport to be connected to the centre was Kiruna Airport.– We are proud and pleased to be able to open RTC Stockholm for remote air-traffic control today. This is the result of a close and productive collaboration with our client, Swedavia. The excellent cooperation we have enjoyed with the Swedish Transport Agency throughout the approval process has also been a key factor in the success of the venture, says LFV Director General Ann Persson Grivas.–

Improved air traffic control over the southern Baltic Sea with new radar

LFV has commissioned a new primary radar in southern Sweden. With this, LFV's air traffic controllers who manage traffic over the southern Baltic Sea receive important flight safety-enhancing information about flights without transponders.State aircrafts occasionally fly over international waters in the southern Baltic Sea without transponders (see below for explanation) in compliance with current regulations. Over the years, there have been a number of incidents involving civilian flights and flights without transponders. For many years, the Swedish Armed Forces has provided LFV with

LFV and Vattenfall in collaboration on the fossil-free airport

LFV and Vattenfall are now initiating a research collaboration that involves further steps towards a fossil-free transport sector. The starting point will be the new research arena LARC (LFV Aviation Research Center) at the airport in Örnsköldsvik, where solutions for fossil-free airports will be developed and be able to function as a template for other airports.The research collaboration is the result of a Letter of Intent (LoI) between LFV and Vattenfall, which involves research and development for the transition to sustainable aviation and the joint development of a comprehensive

Research project with electric aircraft and drones for a prosperous countryside

The EDIS research project - electric aircraft and drones in the service of the community - will show the possibilities of using drones and electric aircraft to improve the conditions for community service and transport in areas with large distances and limited access to critical social functions. The project is run by LFV, Katla Aero, Flypulse, Guideline Geo and Luleå University of Technology and is funded by the Swedish Transport Administration.- The project will show how new drone technology can be used to achieve a more sustainable and efficient aviation business and show the benefit

AVISEQ - LFV's new company

Now it's finished. LFV's new company within LFV Holding AB is named AVISEQ Critical Communication AB. AVISEQ, formerly Eltel Networks Aviation & Security AB, was acquired by LFV on April 30, 2020. AVISEQ's CEO Robert Sporrong is looking forward, together with his coworkers, to continue to provide high-quality technical operation and maintenance services in the company and be part of LFV.- I am happy to present our new name, logo and website today. As part of LFV, AVISEQ is a continued strong player in the market with high-level deliveries of technical operations and maintenance services to

New Company in the LFV Holding Group

As of April 30, 2020, LFV has finalized the acquisition of Eltel's Aviation & Security business area. In June 2019 a letter of intent was signed between the parties and the transfer of shares is now completed. The newly formed company will be part of the LFV holding group.- With the new company in place, they will manage the operation and maintenance of our systems under our own control. The company will also continue to provide technical services to both current and new customers. At the same time, the company will contribute to the development of LFV's operations. I welcome Robert

LFV acquires the Eltel Swedish Aviation & Security business area

The Eltel Swedish Aviation & Security business area provides technical operations and maintenance services to air traffic control centres, airports, other government agencies and companies in Sweden. In June 2019, LFV and Eltel signed a letter of intent now concluded in an agreement to acquire.- The acquisition of Aviation & Security business area from Eltel is important to the management and support of our operating systems to deliver safe and efficient air traffic services. This business area will continue to be a strong player in the market.  From this acquisition we will gain many

LFV: Decline in air traffic in 2019

In 2019 air traffic in Swedish airspace declined for the first time since 2012. The number of aircraft movements was 774,000.“There may be several concurrent explanations for this reduction in traffic, including an economic slowdown, the weak Swedish crown, and environmental and sustainability issues,” says Ann Persson Grivas, Director General of LFV. LFV had a turnover of SEK 3.1 billion in 2019, and the result after financial items was SEK -40 million.Over the past five years, LFV has gradually reduced the charges that airlines pay for air traffic control services. In 2015 the charge

LFV subsidiary to provide air traffic management for Sweden’s new airport in Sälen

Today is the inauguration of Sweden’s first new airport in 20 years, Scandinavian Mountains Airport in Sälen. It will make Sweden’s biggest skiing region more easily accessible for Swedish and foreign skiing tourists. SDATS, a joint venture by LFV and Saab, will supply remote tower services, RTS, to the airport.”We congratulate the airport, its owners and the region on having Sweden’s newest airport. They have invested in a modern airport that will create opportunities for more people to experience the mountains of Sälen and Trysil. Establishing a new airport is a major undertaking, but

LFV creates smart solutions for the aviation of the future

Automation in aviation and air traffic management can contribute to improved safety, efficiency and sustainability. LFV has, jointly with Linköping University, been conducting research as part of the Automation Program since 2015. On Tuesday, their results were shown to a wider audience in Stockholm.Examples of automation in aviation include the use of artificial intelligence, AI, in air traffic management for improved safety and endurance, monitoring of movements at airports and of aircraft, risk identification in safety-critical environments and automation for training and skills

LFV is helping develop the future of airport services in Örnsköldsvik

At Örnsköldsvik Airport LFV and its partners have established a research environment for the development of autonomous and remotely controlled airports. On Thursday the initial results of this collaboration were presented to a wider audience.LFV and several research partners are jointly leading the Automated Vehicles for Airports Project (AVAP), and LFV is also the principal for the establishment of the Test Site OER research environment. LFV carries out research in all areas of civil aviation, with the main focus on safety, sustainability, capacity and cost-effectiveness. After local air

LFV and Eltel signs a Letter of Intent

LFV, Air Navigation Services of Sweden, and Eltel have signed a Letter of Intent with intention to aquire Eltel’s Swedish business area Aviation and Security. In the Letter of Intent, both parties agree to have a final agreement to be signed during first quarter 2020.According to LFV’s sourcing strategy, resumed national defense capability, external changes as well as a new national law, LFV has done the assessment that the support of our operational system, currently delivered by Eltel, shall be insourced.– Support of our operational systems is an important part of LFV’s core service, an

First remotely controlled landing at Linköping/Saab Airport

Today, on April 30, the first aircraft to use remote air traffic control landed at Linköping/Saab Airport. This makes it the third Swedish airport to adopt this technology, and it will soon be fully operational for remote air traffic control.”The approach and landing were remotely controlled by the air traffic controllers at the tower in Sundsvall, and at 10.00 the plane’s wheels hit the tarmac. At 11.30 the first scheduled flight, a KLM from Amsterdam landed,” says Per Kjellander, head of operations at LFV. The landing was carried out three weeks after the airport had received approval

Linköping/Saab Airport approved for Remote Tower Services

Linköping/Saab Airport has received an operating license by the Swedish Transport Agency for Remote Tower Services, RTS. Linköping becomes the third Swedish airport to be handled by the remote tower centre located in Sundsvall, RTC Sundsvall.“With LFV's and Saab's concept RTS, Linköping/Saab Airport will have an efficient and safe air traffic management for the future”, says Per Kjellander, Deputy COO LFV. “It is gratifying that the Swedish Transport Agency now has given an operating license. This shows that Sweden is at the forefront of using innovative and digital solutions.” In 2015,

LFV and Örnsköldsvik Airport are developing the airports of the future

A new international testing and demonstration centre for remotely controlled and autonomous airports is being established at Örnsköldsvik Airport. The centre will serve as a forum for actors in the aviation business and stakeholders from industry, academia, regulatory authorities, and the region.Örnsköldsvik Airport is the world’s first airport with remote air traffic control. Since April 2015 air traffic to and from the airport is controlled from LFV’s remote tower in Sundsvall. Now LFV and Örnsköldsvik Airport are taking their collaboration further to develop automation and digitisation,

Record number of aircraft movements in Swedish airspace in 2018

2018 became a new record year in Swedish airspace with 785,000 movements. This is an increase in traffic of three per cent compared to 2017. Air traffic crossing Swedish airspace without starting or landing in Sweden accounts for the large increase.– The airlines plan their flights so that they consume as little fuel as possible. LFV offers the airlines straight and efficient routes through Sweden. This, together with a general increase in air traffic, may explain why over-flying traffic across Sweden is increasing, says Ann Persson Grivas, Director General, LFV.During the period May -

High capacity performance by LFV in 2017

2017 was yet another record-breaking year for Swedish airspace with 762,000 air movements, a 5 % increase compared with 2016. LFV’s annual report states that the biggest increase was in overflying traffic that crossed Swedish airspace without starting from or landing at a Swedish airport.”Thanks to a high degree of flexibility, we have been able to cope with this large increase in traffic without compromising on quality or punctuality. LFV’s performance during 2017 was very stable. 99.9 % of en route flights in Swedish airspace were carried out without any delays related to air traffic

LFV: record number of aircraft movements in 2017

Never before have there been as many flights through Swedish airspace as in 2017. LFV’s statistics for last year show a five per cent increase in traffic compared with 2016, up to 762,000 aircraft movements.“Sweden’s economy is strong, and this is reflected in aviation, especially internationally. Sweden is also becoming increasingly attractive as a tourist destination,” says LFV’s Director General Ann Persson Grivas.  September saw the most intensive traffic of the year with over 70,000 movements, while January had the lowest number of movements at some 55,000. This means that 2017

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