Finland’s Defence Tech Hub Expands Quantum and Dual-Use Technology Ecosystem

Insider Brief

• Defence Tech Hub has brought together more than 100 Finnish companies and research organizations working across defence and dual-use technologies in the Espoo region.
• The hub includes companies working in quantum computing, space, sensors, AI, autonomous systems, software and drone technologies, alongside organizations such as VTT and NATO DIANA.
• Most Defence Tech Hub participants are now consolidating their operations in Otaniemi, Espoo, which provides access to research infrastructure, testing facilities and other technology resources

Press release – A strong defence technology cluster has emerged within Espoo’s innovation ecosystem. Today, Defence Tech Hub brings together over 100 companies developing cutting-edge technologies for both civilian and defence applications. The hub is now consolidating its operations into an ecosystem where most of the operators are in Otaniemi, Espoo.

Defence Tech Hub is a network of cutting-edge Finnish startups, corporates 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 are part of the hub. It also connects top R&D players working in key strategic areas of defence, including VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, NATO DIANA accelerator and Defence Innovation Network Finland (DEFINE).