Johanna Gustafsson
About Johanna Gustafsson
Johanna Gustafsson serves as the Managing Director and Head of Transponder Tech Products at Saab, where she has worked since 2017. She has significantly contributed to the development of secure AIS solutions and the global deployment of AIS transponder systems.
Current Role at Saab
Johanna Gustafsson serves as the Managing Director and Head of TransponderTech Products at Saab. She has held this position since 2017, working in Linkoping, Sweden. In her current role, she oversees the development and management of transponder technology products, focusing on enhancing the capabilities and offerings within this sector.
Previous Positions at Saab
Gustafsson has held several key positions at Saab prior to her current role. She was the Head of Marketing & Sales for TransponderTech from 2017 for 11 months, and before that, she served as Deputy Vice President & Head of Business Development from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as Head of Product Area Training & Systems from 2012 to 2014, and as Head of Marketing & Sales MRO from 2014 to 2017, all contributing to her extensive experience within the company.
Education and Expertise
Johanna Gustafsson has a strong educational background in technology and management. She studied at Linköping University, where she earned a Master of Science degree from 1992 to 1996. Additionally, she completed the ECATA Course at both Cranfield University and Kungliga Tekniska högskolan in 2007, each lasting 11 months. This education has equipped her with the necessary skills for her roles in the technology sector.
Contributions to AIS Technology
Gustafsson has played a significant role in the development of unique Secure AIS (encrypted) solutions at Saab. She has been a major contributor to Saab's reputation as a leading supplier of Airborne AIS transponders. Her efforts have led to the installation of thousands of AIS base stations in over 50 countries, enhancing global maritime safety and monitoring.
Global Impact on AIS Systems
Throughout her career at Saab, Johanna Gustafsson has been instrumental in delivering over 20,000 AIS vessel transponder systems worldwide. She has also contributed to establishing national AIS network systems for various customers, significantly improving sea traffic monitoring and coastal surveillance capabilities.