Saab starts production of Pohjanmaa-class frigates composite masts
On August 15, a composite cutting ceremony was held at Saab’s site in Karlskrona for the first of four masts for the Finnish Navy's new ships.
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Finnish Air Force demonstrates take-off and landing from the highway [VIDEO]
The Finnish Air Force (Ilmavoimat) recently carried out Exercise Kesäbaana 23, showcasing their ability to perform highway operations for rapid aircraft deployment.
Finland to upgrade its M270 launchers
Finland has received the green light from the United States State Department to sign a contract for the modernization M270 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems to the M270A2 standard.
Air defence: Washington approves sale of David’s Sling system to Finland
Rafael will sell its David's Sling air defence system to Finland, after the U.S. approved the sale. The contract is valued at about EUR 316 million.
Patria’s order stock developed strongly driven by vehicle programmes
Patria continues to strengthen its operational efficiency and productivity and seeks profitable growth in line with its Horizon 2025 strategy.
After David’s Sling deal, Finland seeks more Israeli defence systems
Finland's decision to purchase the Israeli David's Sling air defence system is only part of this country's plan to acquire advanced systems developed by the Israeli defence industry.
Finland to send more defence materiel to Ukraine
Finland will deliver 17th package of defence materiel to Ukraine, including anti-aircraft weapons and ammunition, among other items.
Finland to acquire more Jurmo-class landing craft
Finnish Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Defence Forces to order 17 Finnish Jurmo-class landing craft.
Finnish defence exports surge by 70% in 2022
In 2022, the Finnish Ministry of Defence recorded a remarkable 70% increase in defence exports.
Patria joins the F-35 programme as an industrial partner
Patria and Lockheed Martin have signed the first Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) for direct work within Finland´s F-35 industrial participation programme.
Noptel expands manufacturing capacity
FN Herstal announced that production capacity at Noptel in Finland has been increased by acquiring more surface area and taking on additional specialised technicians.
Finnish Navy ships in exercise Baltops 23 in the Baltic Sea
Finnish Navy’s Coastal Fleet participates in the exercise Baltops 23 in the Baltic Sea. The exercise is led by the Commander of the US Navy’s 6th Fleet.