Top Defense Technology Companies In Finland For 2027

Last updated: November 14, 2026

The top defense technology companies in Finland for 2027 are Patria, Nammo Lapua, Sako, ICEYE, Insta, Bittium, Millog, Kongsberg Defence Oy, Kuva Space and ReOrbit. Patria is the national defence champion, Nammo Lapua and Sako lead in ammunition and small arms, and ICEYE, Kuva Space and ReOrbit lead Finland’s dual-use space sector.

Since joining NATO in 2023, Finland has expanded defence spending and cooperation with Nordic partners.

How We Chose

We reviewed each company’s products, ownership, defence contracts and dual-use relevance, and ordered them from prime contractors to emerging technology firms. Read more about how we research and rank companies.

Finnish Defense Technology Companies At A Glance

Company	Based In	Best For	Key Fact
Patria	Helsinki	Armoured vehicles and mortar systems	Owned 50.1% by the State of Finland
Nammo Lapua	Lapua	Small and medium calibre ammunition	Part of the Nordic Nammo group
Sako	Riihimäki	Military and sniper rifles	Part of the Beretta Holding group
ICEYE	Espoo	Radar satellite imaging and intelligence	Aalto University spin-off
Insta	Tampere	Command, control and secure systems	Long-standing defence supplier
Bittium	Oulu	Tactical radios and secure devices	Listed on Nasdaq Helsinki
Millog	Tampere	Land systems maintenance	Majority owned by Patria
Kongsberg Defence Oy	Vantaa	Air defence and weapon stations	Branches in Vantaa and Hämeenlinna
Kuva Space	Espoo	Hyperspectral earth observation	Espoo-based space company
ReOrbit	Helsinki	Sovereign satellite platforms	Helsinki-based space startup

Best Defense Technology Companies In Finland For 2027

1. Patria — Finland’s National Defence Champion

Patria is owned 50.1% by the State of Finland and 49.9% by Kongsberg, and builds armoured vehicles, mortar systems and aviation services. It also owns half of Nammo.

Choose it for major land and aviation programmes.

2. Nammo Lapua — Ammunition And Propellant Production

Nammo Lapua is the Finnish arm of Nammo, producing ammunition and investing heavily in propellant and nitrocellulose capacity.

It suits ammunition buyers and partners.

3. Sako — Precision Rifles From Riihimäki

Sako makes precision rifles for military, law enforcement and civilian users, and is expanding production capacity.

Choose it for precision small arms.

4. ICEYE — World’s Largest Commercial SAR Constellation

ICEYE operates the world’s largest commercial synthetic aperture radar satellite constellation, used for defence intelligence and disaster response.

It suits defence and government intelligence buyers.

5. Insta — Defence Systems And Cybersecurity

Insta develops defence systems, command and control software and cybersecurity for Finnish forces and industry.

Choose it for secure defence software.

6. Bittium — Tactical Communications From Oulu

Bittium builds tactical communication systems and secure mobile devices for defence and authorities.

It suits secure communications programmes.

7. Millog — Maintenance For The Finnish Defence Forces

Millog provides maintenance and lifecycle support for land systems used by the Finnish Defence Forces.

Choose it for sustainment work.

8. Kongsberg Defence Oy — Kongsberg’s Finnish Defence Operations

Kongsberg Defence Oy runs Kongsberg’s Finnish operations, supporting air defence and remote weapon station programmes.

It suits Nordic joint programmes.

9. Kuva Space — Hyperspectral Satellite Intelligence

Kuva Space builds hyperspectral satellites and analytics for earth observation, including security uses.

Choose it for spectral intelligence.

10. ReOrbit — Software-Defined Satellites

ReOrbit develops software-defined, autonomous satellites for sovereign and secure missions.

It suits governments building space capability.

How To Partner With Finnish Defence Companies

Is It A Government Or Industry Deal?

Sales to the Finnish Defence Forces go through the Defence Forces Logistics Command.

Do You Need Security Clearance?

Many projects require facility and personnel clearances.

Are Export Controls Involved?

Defence exports from Finland need permits.

Is It A Joint Nordic Programme?

Many purchases are now coordinated with Sweden and Norway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the largest defence company in Finland?

Patria is Finland’s largest defence company.

Who owns Patria?

The State of Finland owns 50.1% and Kongsberg owns 49.9%.

Is Finland part of NATO?

Yes. Finland joined NATO in April 2023.

Conclusion

Finland’s defence sector combines established primes with fast-growing space and dual-use firms. For security, see the top cybersecurity companies in Finland, and explore the Finland hub.