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Nokia and Iceye to make satellite systems for defence, security

Nokia and Iceye to make satellite systems for defence, security

Globalbankingandfinance • October 1, 2026

Nokia and Iceye Partner to Advance Satellite Systems for Defense and Emergency Needs

Strategic Collaboration in Satellite Communications

Overview of the Partnership

OSLO, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Iceye and Nokia will develop satellite communications systems for governments, supporting missions from defence and border security to emergency services and disaster response, the companies said in a statement on Thursday.

Key Areas of Application

Official Statements and Reporting

(Reporting by Terje Solsvik, editing by Louise Rasmussen)

Iceye brings sovereign, all‑weather SAR satellite intelligence systems, proven in conflict zones and delivering turnkey ISR solutions within months ( iceye.com )

Nokia contributes mission‑critical, quantum‑safe communications infrastructure, ensuring low‑latency, resilient connectivity from core to tactical edge ( nokia.com )

This partnership aligns with growing governmental demand for secure satellite-enabled defense and emergency services, complementing broader EU-driven initiatives like IRIS² for independent secure connectivity ( tomshardware.com )

Space-Based Tactical ISR System

Defense communications | Nokia.com

Europe expands its Starlink rival to 348 satellites as IRIS² moves into implementation - €15.6 billion network will boost EU government capacity by 60%, with launches starting in 2029

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