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How Finland became a hotspot for defence tech

The Northern European country is seeing rapid growth in start-ups and investment. We find out why - and dig into some of the challenges.

We鈥檙e in Helsinki to find out why this small, cold, Nordic capital is spawning growing numbers of technologies designed to help countries protect and defend themselves against war.

We meet some of the Finnish defence tech and dual-use start ups attracting global interest, hear why these sorts of businesses have become more attractive for European investors, and dig into the challenges facing the sector.

Presented and produced by Maddy Savage

(Image: A Kelluu airship flying over snowy fields. Image credit: Kelluu)

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Tue 1 Apr 2025 07:32GMT

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