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Defence Tech Hub

Defence Tech Hub is a world-class defence deep tech innovation hub at the forefront of next-generation defence technologies in Espoo, Finland. Based in the dynamic Otaniemi area, Defence Tech Hub connects you to a network of deep tech companies, research institutions, and global partners. The hub accelerates defence deep tech disruption across quantum computing, space-based intelligence, cybersecurity, microelectronics, advanced sensing, and more.

What is Defence Tech Hub?

Defence Tech Hub is a network of cutting-edge Finnish startups and research organisations. Pioneering deep tech companies like ICEYE, the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, and IQM, Europe's leading quantum computing company, form the hub's core. The hub also connects you to top R&D players working in key strategic areas of defence, including:

Together, the players form a collaborative model that accelerates defence deep tech innovation from testing to deployment — delivering solutions that meet the ever-evolving requirements of modern security environments. (See more info and all the Defence Tech Hub members below.)

Want to join Defence Tech Hub? Just contact Ossi.

Ossi

Ritvos

Senior Business Advisor

+358 40 745 1545

ossi.ritvos@espoo.fi

Say hello on LinkedIn

For whom?

Defence Tech Hub welcomes both Finnish and global defence players. Startups, companies, investors, and research organisations can join the hub as partners. Also, if you're a non-traditional defence tech company looking for ways to enter the defence market, Defence Tech Hub is for you.

Why cooperate?

Defence Tech Hub offers a gateway to Finland's most advanced defence deep tech innovation ecosystem, accelerating defence deep tech innovation from testing to deployment. Join us!

Access the entire defence tech ecosystem in Espoo and Finland.
Connect with the top Finnish deep tech startups, including ICEYE, IQM, Kuva Space, Varjo, Elfys, ReLoc, Tespack, Savox, and many more.
Collaborate with Finland's leading research and innovation players, such as VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Defence Innovation Network Finland (DEFINE).

Get in touch

Defence Tech Hub is open to new initiatives, partners, and companies in the defence technology field. Contact Ossi Ritvos (please find Ossi's contact details above) to explore potential collaboration opportunities or refer to the contact persons listed at the end of this page.

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Copyright: ICEYE

Partners

VTT

Research and innovation partner for companies and one of Europe’s leading research institutions.

DEFINE

Defence innovation ecosystem of the City of Riihimäki.

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Digital Defence Ecosystem

A network of leading Finnish defence and technology companies and research institutes.

Enter Espoo

Space tech

ICEYE

Earth observation with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation.

Kuva Space

Planetary intelligence through hyperspectral satellite constellation.

ReOrbit

Software-enabled satellites for secure communications.

Skylo

Satellite connectivity.

NorthBase

Ground station services.

Diamant

Aalto University's project for thin membrane antenna technology for space applications.

Women in Defence and Space Alliance

Women in Defence and Space Alliance promotes gender equality and empower women in the defence and security.

Isaware

State-of-the-art solutions for ground applications, aviation, and space.

Sharpnav

LEO-PNT satellite constellation.

Quantum tech

IQM

Quantum computers.

QMill

Quantum algorithms.

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SemiQon

Quantum processors.

Arctic Instruments

Near-quantum-limited amplifier.

QuantrolOx

Qubit automation.

Sensor tech

ELFys

Customised photodetectors.

HitSeed

Intelligent and independent sensor computers.

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Planno

Sensing solutions for textiles.

SGS Sensors

AI-programmable multi-gas sensor based on biodegradable nanomaterials.

Aufwin Defence Systems

Situational awareness and force protection.

Harp Technologies

R&D services in RF, microwave, and millimetre-wave engineering.

Nordic Inertial

Inertial sensing applications.

Cyber security

Xiphera

Hardware-based security solutions with strong cryptographic expertise.

ConfidentialMind

Software platform for private, secure, enterprise and government AI.

ReLoc

GNSS jamming and spoofing resistant positioning, navigation and timing.

Mideye

Secure remote and other connections (also 100% on-premise). Eliminate attacks on your network.

Artificial intelligence

Savox

Wireless team communications.

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Crown Defence

Modular, AI-powered airspace security platform.

Lotus Sirius

Maritime digital transformation solutions

SelectAM

Data-driven insights for digital manufacturing.

HTM Solutions

Non-invasive vital sign monitoring technology to protect firefighters in hostile conditions.

Basemark

Forerunner in software and tooling solutions for advanced automotive AR application development.

Energy & nanotech

Tespack

Smart mobile micro grids.

Nelinor

Vensum Power

DC-DC power conversion.

SMART+IONS

Next-generation reversible Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and Protonic Ceramic Fuel Cells.

BroadBit Batteries

Sodium-based green battery technology.

Rebelvolt

e-Generator's - emission-free mobile battery storages for arctic environments.

Cactos

Battery energy storage as a service.

Morphona

Carbon nanotube-based electrically conductive additives.

Canatu

The most advanced carbon nanotubes for industry-transforming products.

OneFab Nordic

Advanced micro and nano-devices.

Carbodeon

Nanodiamond additives

Mobility

GIM Robotics

Location awareness for logistics and mobile machinery.

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Kova Robotics

High-performance UGVs built for harsh environments and demanding terrain.

Rescue Drones

A pioneer in urban safety and the defense industry.

Rhoshield

Smart, affordable and accountable AI-guided protection

Spectacular AI

Free positioning for drones.

Other

Huld

Technology and design house.

Temet

Blast & CBRN protection.

See Through Solutions

THz security camera.

Refamo

Steel structure fatigue assessment technology.

Varjo

Delta Technics

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BattleBoxes

Tactical Prepositioned Stock.

Atostek

Healthcare and medical applications, industrial product development and public-sector IT consulting.

Banmark

Excellence in process knowledge and solutions.

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Metabar

Water demand management.

Service providers

Nordic Defence Innovation Foundry

Nordic Defence Innovation Foundry powers defence startups and research teams in the Nordics.

Welado

Independent expert in creating sustainable and functional built environments.

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LINK Design

Expert in merging usability and cutting-edge technology for mission-critical solutions.

Inission

Customised development and manufacturing of electronic and mechanical products.

Defence Tech Hub contact persons

Miska Hakala

Miska

Hakala

Director, Innovation, Growth & Invest In

+358 40 737 4697

miska.hakala@espoo.fi

Say hello on LinkedIn

Ossi

Ritvos

Senior Business Advisor

+358 40 745 1545

ossi.ritvos@espoo.fi

Say hello on LinkedIn

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Sauli

Eloranta

Vice President, Defence, VTT

+358 40 580 8664

sauli.eloranta@vtt.fi

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Creating a mobile energy and internet solution for any challenging environment, Tespack interview

What are the benefits of defence tech development in Finland and the defence tech ecosystem, Defence Tech Hub, in Espoo? An interview of Tespack CEO, Mario Aguilera.

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Enter Espoo signs a defence MoU with Digital Defence Ecosystem

Enter Espoo signed an MoU between Defence Tech Hub and Digital Defence Ecosystem from Tampere. The purpose of the MoU is to, for example, enhance collaboration between large and small companies, research organisations, universities, and public sector organisations.

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Espoo and Riihimäki sign collaboration agreement between defence ecosystems

Enter Espoo and the City of Riihimäki have signed a collaboration agreement aimed at strengthening innovation between Espoo's Defence Tech Hub and Riihimäki's DEFINE ecosystem.

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