Finnish Air Force: the status of F-35 programme
The F-35 system will affect the entire Finnish Defence Forces, so preparations will be made for its introduction into service and integration into the defence system also outside the Finnish Air Force.
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Finland and Sweden trained together on the Baltic Sea [VIDEO]
With fighter jets and naval units, Sweden and Finland have exercised their joint capability of conducting anti-surface warfare against an adversary at sea.
Kongsberg Maritime to supply Kamewa waterjets for Jurmo-class landing craft
Finnish boat builder Marine Alutech has selected Kongsberg Maritime’s Kamewa waterjets for 17 new landing craft it is building for the Finnish Navy.
NATO RQ-4D surveillance drone conducts first mission over Finland
On September 13, 2023, a NATO surveillance drone concluded a flight over Finland, the Alliance’s newest member.
Sweden and Finland exercise joint defence
Sweden and Finland are exercising the joint defence of both countries’ territories. The exercise is mainly conducted in the Stockholm archipelago.
Patria AMV XP 8×8 vehicles to be produced in Japan
Patria and Japan Steel Works Ltd. (JSW) signed on 31 August 2023 a license agreement on manufacturing for Patria AMV XP 8x8 vehicles in Japan.
DALO Industry Days: Patria to highlight 6×6 vehicle and naval systems
Leading Finnish defence company Patria will participate in the Danish Ministry of Defense Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) Industry Days.
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.