Defence and security industry
How to secure the defence technological and industrial base? The defence issues are involved with anything from underwater to space. This means research and development of various next generation solutions to all sectors from civil to security to military and vice versa.
Key facts about VTT and defence
VTT comes from NATO's strictest country in terms of total national defence.
We are at the forefront of research and development in strategic key areas such as communication, quantum and space technologies including e.g. 6G, data fusion and analysis, cyber security, microelectronics development and hyperspectral imaging.
VTT’s core competence also covers material technology, solutions for arctic conditions, CBRN protection, and synthetic biology. The dual-use of cutting-edge Finnish civilian technology that VTT develops offers a significant advantage to the defence industry.
VTT has been our trusted partner in the realm of applied technology research. We have greatly benefited from their extensive technology portfolio and their ability to integrate diverse technologies, thereby creating new capabilities.
As one of Europe's foremost research institutes and a significant developer of defense technologies, VTT operates on an international scale, engaging in collaborations for various defense projects, including those supported by the European Defense Fund (EDF). Our esteemed clientele includes major defense sector companies in Europe and the United States, showcasing our commitment to providing innovative solutions across borders.
To underscore our commitment to excellence and industry standards, we are proud to announce that VTT has achieved acceptance into the JOSCAR accreditation register. JOSCAR, the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register, is an exclusive and prestigious invitation-only accreditation that necessitates successful completion of a stringent qualification process. Being listed on the JOSCAR register signifies our status as an approved supplier within the aerospace, defense, and security industries. To view our JOSCAR Registered certificate, please click here.
Join NATO DIANA in Finland
Finland is part of NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA). With an accelerator and two test centres hosted by VTT and its partners, we bring together deep tech, research and business to drive secure, dual-use innovation for both civilian and defence needs.
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about defence and security industry solutions
What does VTT offer for the defence and security industry?
VTT leads R&D in dual-use technologies across communications, quantum, space systems, cybersecurity, hyperspectral imaging, microelectronics, and materials science.
Which key technologies does VTT specialise in?
VTT focuses on next-generation solutions including 5G/6G communications, data fusion, AI/ML-powered hyperspectral imaging, space-based sensors, and robust microelectronics.
How does VTT support cybersecurity and secure connectivity for defence?
VTT develops technologies in secured connectivity, cybersecurity, and quantum systems, combining expertise in sensors, AI, and microelectronics to strengthen defence capabilities.
What is VTT’s role in dual-use innovation and defence readiness?
VTT enables civilian and industrial technologies to bolster defence through agile dual-use solutions. Examples include the DIANA accelerator, SPIDER ISR project, and leadership in European Defence Fund research initiatives.
Who benefits from VTT’s defence and security services?
Stakeholders such as defence agencies, tech companies in dual-use fields, cybersecurity firms, and systems integrators benefit from VTT’s multidisciplinary approach and secure innovation environment.
This FAQ is written by AI and checked by a human.
