Nokia Defense to supply intelligent connectivity network for Finnish Border Guard’s nationwide counter-drone initiative

Type: Supply Agreement · Technology: Defense · Country: Finland · Announced: 2026-06-25

Nokia Defense agreed to provide an intelligent connectivity network for the Finnish Border Guard’s nationwide counter-drone initiative, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity and real-time data exchange across border security systems. The solution will integrate platforms, sensors, and command-and-control systems to deliver enhanced situational awareness and faster responses to evolving multi-domain threats, including unmanned aerial systems. The initiative supports the Finnish Border Guard’s goal of building a sovereign, integrated counter-UAS capability, with deployments planned nationwide by 2028. Nokia’s role underscores the critical importance of trusted connectivity in modern defense and border security operations. The agreement includes the procurement and deployment of evaluation platforms, connectivity, and sensing capabilities, with system integration and testing scheduled for 2027–2028.

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