NORDSEC is a leading cluster within Defence, Dual-use, Security and Preparedness, and our participation on SSD aligns with our member companies’ international ambitions. Initiatives from the Baltic region will continue to be part of our international foot print as we gain momentum towards the international defence industry market. Our pavilion…
This week’s issue marks the 70th anniversary of the Bundeswehr, featuring the full speech by Germany’s Defence Attaché to Estonia and an editorial on why Baltic defence cooperation matters now more than ever. Other highlights include Quantum Systems’ expansion to Lithuania, Israel’s new embassy and defence business forum in Tallinn,…
This week’s issue spotlights the Tallinn Digital Summit, where world leaders and tech executives—from Meta to NVIDIA—discussed AI, cybersecurity, and digital resilience. Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister urged nations to focus on cooperation and ready-made solutions, while France’s AI Defence Agency emphasized the urgency of building a true European tech culture.…
This issue covers NATO’s launch of Eastern Sentry after Russian drones violated Polish airspace, alongside Baltic calls to replace NATO’s air policing with a true air defence mission. The European Commission has allocated €14.7 billion in SAFE defence loans to the Baltic states, while Baltic parliaments urge the U.S. Congress…
This issue highlights the integration of Milrem Robotics’ THeMIS UGV with Ukraine’s BURIA remote weapon station, marking a leap in robotic combat capabilities. Lithuania commits €4 billion to defence infrastructure and €461 million in advance payments for German Leopard 2 A8 tanks, while Latvia approves the sale of Ammunity to…
This week’s edition covers the Baltic region’s most significant defence developments, from multi-billion-euro rearmament loans to Embraer’s aerospace partnerships in Lithuania. We report on escalating Russian drone incursions testing NATO’s resolve, Lithuania’s push for anti-drone systems, and new ammunition production agreements with Northrop Grumman and Nammo. Plus, insights into Milrem…
In the 23–29 June 2025 edition of Baltic Defence Weekly, highlights include NATO’s 5% defense spending pledge, Estonia’s €500M defense industry surge, and Lithuania’s new ammunition deals. Also featured: South Korea’s growing NATO role, Latvia’s tech investments, and the upcoming 2026 Defence Expo in Tallinn.
With 1,600+ participants, 87 exhibitors, and high-level delegations, SSD Expo sets the benchmark for innovation and readiness in 2026. Read the official recap and see what’s next.
Estonia and Lithuania streamline military investments and industrial approvals — a key signal to exhibitors and suppliers ahead of SSD 2026. Read how this benefits procurement planning.
Regional leadership from Berlin and Tallinn underscores growing European defence unity — just as SSD 2026 opens key exhibition opportunities. See why Germany’s defence moves matter for the expo.











