--- title: Ukrainian-Latvian drone-company establishes presence in Trondheim and joins NORDSEC description: NORDSEC Defence and Security Cluster welcomes DK NEJET as a new member. The Ukrainian-Latvian drone company has recently established its presence in Trondheim, further anchoring its activities in Norway and the Nordic defence ecosystem. image: https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(95).jpg --- [![NORDSEC-logo](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj.png?width=300&height=100&name=Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj.png "NORDSEC-logo")](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/?hsLang=en) - [News](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news) - Events - [Forsvarskonferansen - NORDSEC Defence and Security Conference](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - [NORDSEC events](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/events) - Members - [Members](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/members) - [Membership](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/membership) - [Forsvarskonferansen](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - About NORDSEC - [Contact](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/contact) - [Newsletter](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/newsletter) - [Test facilities](https://testination.io/) [![Nordsec\_logo\_and\_tag\_white\_side\_pb\_oransj-1](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1.png?width=240&height=73&name=Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1.png "Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1")](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/?hsLang=en) [![NORDSEC-logo](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj.png?width=300&height=100&name=Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj.png "NORDSEC-logo")](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/?hsLang=en) - [News](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news) - Events - [Forsvarskonferansen - NORDSEC Defence and Security Conference](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - [NORDSEC events](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/events) - Members - [Members](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/members) - [Membership](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/membership) - [Forsvarskonferansen](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - About NORDSEC - [Contact](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/contact) - [Newsletter](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/newsletter) - [Test facilities](https://testination.io/) [![Nordsec\_logo\_and\_tag\_white\_side\_pb\_oransj-1](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1.png?width=240&height=73&name=Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1.png "Nordsec_logo_and_tag_white_side_pb_oransj-1")](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/?hsLang=en) - [News](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news) - Events - [Forsvarskonferansen - NORDSEC Defence and Security Conference](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - [NORDSEC events](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/events) - Members - [Members](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/members) - [Membership](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/membership) - [Forsvarskonferansen](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/) - About NORDSEC - [Contact](https://www.nordsec-conference.no/contact) - [Newsletter](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/newsletter) - [Test facilities](https://testination.io/) ## Ukrainian-Latvian drone-company establishes presence in Trondheim and joins NORDSEC [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/author/lars-bugge-aarset) Apr 28, 2026, 10:09:59 PM NORDSEC Defence and Security Cluster welcomes DK NEJET as a new member. The Ukrainian-Latvian drone company has recently established its presence in Trondheim, further anchoring its activities in Norway and the Nordic defence ecosystem. [DK NEJET](https://dk-nejet.no/) develops advanced drone systems with a focus on swarm intelligence and autonomous coordination, enabling a single operator to manage multiple interconnected units. The company works at the intersection of autonomous systems and software-driven control architectures, with applications aimed at improving responsiveness, scalability, and operational precision. ![Dark Drones 2026 Foto Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri (6)](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(6).jpg?width=960&height=640&name=Dark%20Drones%202026%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(6).jpg) Alberts Spila presenting DK Nejet at Dark Drones 2026. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri ### **Engagement in Trondheim’s defence ecosystem** Prior to establishing itself locally, DK NEJET has been actively involved in key industry gatherings in Trondheim. The company participated in both the [Dark Drones demonstration event](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/dark-drones-future-drone-technology-demonstrated-in-trondheim) and the [Norwegian-Ukrainian Defence and Dual-Use Meet-up](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ukrainian-and-norwegian-technology-companies-meet-in-trondheim-to-strengthen-defence-cooperation). Dark Drones showcased next-generation drone capabilities across multiple domains, with contributions from several international technology providers. The meet-up focused on strengthening cooperation between Norwegian and Ukrainian companies, positioning Trondheim as an emerging hub for collaboration in this field. ![Dark Drones 2026 - Demo Day Foto Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri (42) 2](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(42)%202.jpg?width=6000&height=3375&name=Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(42)%202.jpg) Demonstration of DK Nejet technology at Dark Drones event. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: [Dark Drones: Future Drone Technology Demonstrated in Trondheim](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/dark-drones-future-drone-technology-demonstrated-in-trondheim) ### **Strengthening presence in Norway** Through its membership in NORDSEC, DK NEJET aims to consolidate its position in Norway and engage more closely with relevant industry and research environments. > “Ukrainian-Latvian drone company establishes itself in Trondheim and joins NORDSEC Defence and Security Cluster,” says Alberts Spila, Head of Norway Division, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-founder of DK NEJET. He emphasizes the importance of Norway as a strategic environment for collaboration and development within autonomous and unmanned systems. ![Dark Drones 2026 - Demo Day Foto Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri (110)](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(110).jpg?width=6000&height=4000&name=Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(110).jpg) Alberts Spila, Head of Norway Division, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-founder of DK NEJET. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: [Ukrainian–Latvian drone company establishes operations in Trondheim](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ukrainian-latvian-drone-company-establishes-operations-in-trondheim) ### Engaging with industry and research partners in Norway DK NEJET intends to take an active role in the cluster, contributing through presentations, panel discussions, and participation in joint initiatives. > “We look forward to engaging with the cluster community, sharing insights, and contributing to dialogue and initiatives that support innovation and cooperation in the defence sector,” says Spila. ![Dark Drones 2026 - Demo Day Foto Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri (43)](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(43).jpg?width=6000&height=4000&name=Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(43).jpg)Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset / Fremtidens Industri  With DK NEJET onboard, NORDSEC continues to strengthen its position as a platform for companies developing advanced autonomous and drone-based defence technologies, while Trondheim’s role as a Nordic meeting point for dual-use innovation is further reinforced.  ![Dark Drones 2026 - Demo Day Foto Lars Bugge Aarset Fremtidens Industri (39)](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(39).jpg?width=6000&height=4000&name=Dark%20Drones%202026%20-%20Demo%20Day%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20(39).jpg)DK Nejet’s standard drone, capable of carrying a 2 kg payload. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset / Fremtidens Industri See also: [Ukrainian and Norwegian technology companies meet in Trondheim to strengthen defence cooperation](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ukrainian-and-norwegian-technology-companies-meet-in-trondheim-to-strengthen-defence-cooperation) [Ukraine](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/tag/ukraine), [Drones](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/tag/drones), [DK Nejet](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/tag/dk-nejet), [Latvia](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/tag/latvia) ## Read On ### [NORDSEC and Norwegian Cybersecurity Cluster strengthen cooperation on cyber resilience Cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly critical part of national defence and resilience. 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