What this is

This two-day program connects strategy with execution, starting in Oslo with policy, procurement, and industrial scaling, and continuing in Trondheim with innovation, resilience, and operational collaboration.

The visit focuses on strengthening cooperation across traditional defence sectors and emerging “New Defence” technologies, with key themes including dual-use, security of supply, digital resilience, and support to Ukraine.

Program overview

Trondheim – 29 May
Focus on innovation and implementation:

• Dual-use technology and industry–research collaboration
• Security of supply and total defence
• Digital defence and technological sovereignty
• Workshops, case sessions, and partner matchmaking

Why attend

• Meet key Finnish and Norwegian defence stakeholders
• Explore concrete collaboration and business opportunities
• Gain insight into future defence needs and innovation pathways
• Build partnerships across industry, research, and government