Unlock NATO Supply Chain Opportunities: Exporting to Nordic Defence Market

About this Event
The global defence and security landscape is evolving rapidly, creating significant opportunities for innovative UK businesses. Increased defence spending across NATO member states, coupled with growing demand for advanced technologies, manufacturing capability, cyber security solutions, engineering expertise, and resilient supply chains, is opening new market opportunities for businesses across Greater Manchester.

Join the GM Business Growth Hub, iNVEST MANCHESTER and our specialist partners from Finnish Operations Center (FOC) for an exclusive workshop designed to help businesses understand how to engage with NATO-related opportunities and access the growing Nordic defence ecosystem.

Whether you are already operating in defence and security, or supply technologies, products or services with potential defence applications, this event will provide practical insights into how your business can position itself for international growth.
The Nordic region is becoming increasingly important within NATO's strategic priorities, creating new opportunities for UK companies seeking to enter defence supply chains, establish partnerships, and expand exports into Northern Europe.

What You Will Learn

Our Finnish experts will provide practical guidance on:

• Understanding NATO's evolving priorities and procurement landscape

• Current defence and security market trends across NATO

• Emerging business opportunities for UK companies

• Arctic and Northern European security developments

• NATO's Northern Frontier and what it means for industry

• Routes to market and entry strategies for Nordic countries

• Building partnerships and navigating local supply chains

• Key considerations for exporting defence-related products and services

The workshop will also provide an opportunity to ask questions directly to market specialists with first-hand experience supporting international companies in the region.

Who Should Attend?

This event is suitable for businesses operating in:

• Defence and Security

• Aerospace and Space

• Advanced Manufacturing

• Engineering

• Digital and Software Technologies

• Cyber Security

• Communications and Telecommunications

• Robotics and Autonomous Systems

• Materials and Components Manufacturing

• Professional Services supporting defence and security sectors

Both established exporters and businesses exploring international opportunities are welcome.
Since places are limited, please note exporters of goods and/or services will be given priority over service providers.

Why Attend?

• Gain insight into one of Europe's fastest-growing defence ecosystems

• Understand how NATO priorities are creating commercial opportunities

• Learn how to access Nordic defence and security markets

• Explore new export and partnership opportunities

• Connect with industry experts and businesses with similar ambitions

• Discover support available through GM Business Growth Hub

Eligibility Criteria
Businesses with a registered trading address in Greater Manchester.
This is an expression of interest due to the limited number of places. A member of the team will get back to you letting you know if your place has been secured.

Costs
There are no fees associated to participate in this event.

Privacy Notice
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Partner Introductions
If a partner introduction is requested via the registration form, you will be introduced on a 1-1 basis, via email to this partner, so they can contact you after the event regarding their specialist products, services or business support offers.