Nordic Innovation Forum 2026

Emerging Technologies for Defence: Strengthening Nordic-U.S. Strategic Cooperation


Event Overview

  • Date: 21 April 2026
  • Location: Embassy of Finland
  • Organizers:  The Embassy of Finland, Sweden and Norway as well as, NorCham and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce,  Washington DC. 

Key Topics

  • Emerging defence technologies focused on; counter-drone systems and autonomous vehicle defence.
  • Technoogy Domains
  • Operational Factors
  • Nordic-U.S. defence and commercial cooperation

Symposium Highlights

  • Keynote speech
  • Two panels: emerging technologies for deep-sea shipping and the high North
  • Attendees from business; U.S. government; embassies; non-profits; academia; and, the media
  • Registration opens at 2:45 PM with opening remarks, keynote and panels from 3-5 PM and reception until 6:30 PM
  • Admittance by invitation only and free

Goals

  • Promote global maritime sustainable solutions
  • Build trans-Atlantic partnerships through trade and commerce
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Expected Outcomes

  • Exchange of ideas and strategies to advance sustainable maritime practices
  • Strengthened trans-Atlantic collaborations in maritime industries
  • Increased focus on innovative technologies and environmental sustainability in the maritime sector


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