DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT 7 Industry plays a key role in defence supply security Modern defence is not only about weapons and advanced technology. It is also about stable deliveries, critical components, operation, maintenance and the ability to reduce complexity in an organisation with many procurement units. That is why LemvighMüller sees itself playing a growing role as a strategic partner for the Danish Defence and the Danish defence industry. The Danish Defence is now in a situation where it has the opportunity to spend money and needs to procure a wide range of products across a broad product portfolio. That is a large and complex task, says Pernille Wichmann. As a result, the collaboration is increasingly about consolidating procurement, creating overview and ensuring that deliveries are aligned with the Danish Defences operations and organisation. As Denmark and the rest of Europe increase defence spending, media attention is often focused on fighter aircraft, missiles, drones and advanced technologies. But behind the visible investments lies a much more practical prerequisite: that the necessary components, materials and technical products are actually available when they are needed. This is where Lemvigh-Müller, Denmarks largest wholesaler of Procurement in the Danish steel and technical products, sees its role. Defence is complex. This Not only as a traditional wholesaler, but as means that they are looking for a strategic partner that partnerships that can deliver can support the Danish Defence and the defenon that complexity. And that is ce industry with steel, what we can do. technical components, robust logistics, techniPernille Wichmann, Vice President cal know-how, procureIndustry at Lemvigh-Müller ment, documentation and supply security through scalable solutions. Modern defence is not only Complexity requires about weapons, but to a large extent partnership also about security of supply. Today, The Danish Defence is not a simpa robust supply chain is just as cri- le customer. Procurement takes tical as the technology itself, says place both centrally and locally, Pernille Wichmann, Vice President and individual barracks, workshops and units have different needs. At Industry at Lemvigh-Müller. the same time, there are high reFrom wholesaler to quirements for delivery reliability, strategic partner documentation, compliance and Lemvigh-Müller is organised across knowledge of the Danish Defences several commercial business areas, own systems. and Pernille Wichmann is responsiProcurement in the Danish Deble for the industry business. This fence is complex. This means that includes sales of steel and more they are looking for partnerships than 660,000 technical compo- that can deliver on that complexity. nents to a wide range of industrial And that is what we can do, says customers from machine builders Pernille Wichmann. and manufacturing companies to For Lemvigh-Müller, this means renewable energy, transport, food, that the company must not only pharma and public-sector custo- have access to products and supmers. pliers, but also understand how the Lemvigh-Müller has also sup- Danish Defence procures. Pernille plied technical products and steel Wichmann points, among other to the Danish Defence for many things, to the Danish Defences years. But the nature of the task NATO Stock Number system, digihas changed. tal procurement solutions and the high delivery reliability and response time, and scalable deliveries for critical needs, Pernille Wichmann emphasises. At the same time, it is not only about price. Lemvigh-Müller works according to a total cost of ownership principle, where the aim is to reduce the customers overall costs. For the Danish Defence, this can be achieved by consolidating procurement, reducing the number of supplier relationships, reducing administrative processes and ensuring better documentation. The Danish Defence should not have to spend time on transactions, negotiations and deliveries with thousands of individual Pernille Wichmann, Vice President Industry at suppliers, but can conLemvigh-Müller. Photo provided by Lemvigh-Müller solidate this through us as a strategic partner, many local units as factors that re- says Pernille Wichmann. quire specific insight. She would like to see a larger Lemvigh-Müller has therefore share of future Danish Defence debuilt a customer team dedicated to liveries come from Danish industrithe Danish Defence across the or- al companies where possible, and ganisation. It includes sales, logi- where the companies are able to stics, market, procurement, finance meet the necessary requirements. and IT, enabling the company to Lemvigh-Müller can act as an manage supplier contact, ensure entry point to the Danish Defendigital trade and support practical ce for Danish companies, while needs across Danish Defence units. also drawing on a broad network of European suppliers. We want to Critical components play a central role in delivering on must be available the complexity of having a strong Security of supply is the foundati- supplier network, says Pernille on of a modern defence in the new Wichmann. geopolitical reality. For the Danish Defence, lack of access to even relatively small components can have LEMVIGH-MÜLLER major consequences if it affects operations, repairs or readiness. Lemvigh-Müller is Denmarks largest Security of supply is a competiti- wholesaler of steel and technical prove parameter. At Lemvigh-Müller, we ducts. The company has a clear ambition can use our stable supplier chains to be the most relevant, value-creating to support the defence industry and trusted partner for both customers with, among other things, national and suppliers. logistics and warehouse capacity, Nordic defence construction accelerates The Nordic countries are increasing investment in military infrastructure Changing the value chain Unmanned systems create new demand for sensors, electronics, communication and fast production Major defence players look to the Nordics Nordic companies are a 2 DEFENCE NORDIC Nordic Cooperation Gains Urgency During Denmarks fighter aircraft procurement process approximately 20 years ago, Saab sought to position the Gripen as a Nordic alternative to what later became the F-35 programme. That proposition gained little traction within the Danish establish Your preferred partner in calibration solutions Caltech AB is your knowledge center in calibration and precision measurement. 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Land systems, aerospace and naval 10 DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT Octarotor drone flying. Photo: Colourbox DALO Industry Days moves to Herning amid historic defence build-up When DALO Industry Days 2026 takes place at MCH Messecenter Herning on 1920 August, it will do so in new and larger surroundings. At the time of writing, the pr DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT Army conscript examines satellite information. Drones, robotics and new sensors One of the clear technological themes in this years exhibitor field is unmanned systems and sensor technology. The list of reserved stands includes companies such as AeroVironment, DroneShield 12 DEFENCE NORDIC For the first time, Forsvarsbygg has had a building certified with the Nordic Swan Ecolabel. One of the accommodation buildings at Camp Akkasæter in Troms can now carry the Nordic regions most widely recognised environmental label. 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From aerial drones to landbased and maritime platforms, they create new demands for technology, production, testing and secure communication. Their growing role also strengthens the need for suppliers that can DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT 21 Customised batteries for critical missions As drones become heavier and more advanced, the requirements for operational reliability, traceability and documentation are increasing. Battery manufacturer Celltech A/S approaches the defence market with customised battery s g o 22 DEFENCE NORDIC Small satellites, big interest: why Nordic space firms are in demand As smaller satellites dominate launches, defence giants are seeking specialist capability in the Nordics, rewarding firms with distinct technologies and proven dual-use demand BY KEVIN LANDOR LAURSEN Europe DEFENCE NORDIC Carsten Drachmann, CEO of Gomspace, sees great potential in defence solutions. 23 Photo provided byt Gomspace Gomspace expands into defence systems and deep space After a 72 percent revenue rise in 2025, the Danish satellite maker is pivoting towards end-to-end surveillance and mo 24 DEFENCE NORDIC Danish supplier pivots towards new market as satellite roles evolve Satlabs expansion reflects a shift from transmission to verification, as customers seek greater control, resilience and independence BY FREDERIK MARCUS OVERGAARD Denmarks Satlab is expanding into signal intellige DEFENCE NORDIC 25 - Kuva Space has raised around 30 million euro during its 10 years of existence. Rendering: Kuva Space From climate data to the battlefield: how Kuva Space entered defence As part of a wider trend Finnish startup Kuva Space has expanded into defence as a direct consequence of Your media platform for the Nordic defence industry The defence industry is an exceptionally complex and consequential field that, despite its growing relevance, still receives only fragmented media coverage. That is something Defence Nordic is changing. Our ambition is to provide a comprehensive ov Get the best of Defence Nordic in your inbox - Sign up for our newsletter In our newsletters, we handpick the Nordic defence industrys most important news and stories and deliver them straight to your inbox. This way, youll receive a sharp, curated overview, so youre always ahead of developments in 28 DEFENCE NORDIC Satellites Satellites are becoming an increasingly important part of modern defence. They support surveillance, communication, navigation and data collection across large areas, including maritime regions and remote territories. As smaller satellites become faster and more afford DEFENCE NORDIC 29 Record Swedish satellite deal hints at deeper defence turn for OHB A 248 million euro ESA contract signals a sharper turn as civil space programmes move closer to defence priorities. BY ERIK HOLM In what is often described as Swedens research capital, a mid-sized technology compa När uppdraget kräver båd Vi utför högprecisionsetsning för Vill du veta mer om våra processe Kontakta oss! 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Sisu Auto turns to partners as growth accelerates Rising demand and an expanding vehicle portfolio are pushing Sisu Auto towards a more outsourced production model BY ERIK HOLM Sis DEFENCE NORDIC 35 The GTT is a tracked articulated vehicle comprising two linked units, each with its own continuous track. Photo: Sisu Auto Photo: Jani Järvinen/Sisu Auto GTP 4x4 tactical vehicles for the Finnish and Swedish armed forces. These orders fall under the Finnish-Swedish defence coop 36 DEFENCE NORDIC Salt Ship Design: - An opportunity to demonstrate our capabilities Early contract win places Salt Ship Design and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace at the front of what could become the Nordics largest naval procurement in decades BY ERIK HOLM - We will be busy setting up kick-off me HÖGSÄKERHETSLOGISTIK. PÅ RIKTIGT. Loomis levererar säker och spårbar transport och lagring av affärskritiskt gods. I Sverige och globalt. 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With in-house material development and engineering, and a strong focus on quality and r HIGH PERFORMANCE RUBBER COMPONENTS Tier 2 supplier to the defence industry. Specialised in customer-specific gaskets, diaphragms and technical rubber solutions. www.avkgummi.com Storsatsning på skyddsrummen stundar Skyddsprodukter AB tillverkar allt som behövs för skyddsrummet, något som snabbt blivit allt viktigare i ett allt osäkrare omvärldsläge. Ett skyddsrum räddar liv om det är i rätt skick men kan vara en dödsfälla om viktiga komponenter inte fungerar. Företaget Skyd Inga lösa skruvar med Strainlabs En lös skruv kan stoppa hela processen problemet kan lösas med helsvensk teknik från Strainlabs där skruven själv säger ifrån innan någonting allvarligt händer. Nu siktar Strainlabs mot försvarsindustrin. 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T 46 DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT A Danish wholesaler in a strong Nordic supply chain SEC SET is part of Relais Group, and as a specialist in lighting, camera and power solutions, the company supplies equipment to, among others, the companies that build and deliver vehicle solutions for the Danish Defe DEFENCE NORDIC AD INSERT 47 Photo provided by NorSea Energy sector expertise strengthens the defence of the future NorSea Denmark is applying its strong expertise in secure and complex energy logistics to the defence sector. We are used to planning and carrying out operations where failure is no 48 DEFENCE NORDIC Swedish start-up moves from Davos airspace to Ukrainian drone production Founder Hans Werner tells Defence that, after Davos, Skygaard is preparing Swedish production of Ukrainian-designed interceptors, accelerating its Nordic expansion BY ERIK HOLM to three notable developments Byggeriet stiller nye krav. Også til belægningen. 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