HiQ takes its place in NATO's tech ecosystem

HiQ's operations in Finland has been officially approved as a technology supplier to NATO – an important milestone in the company's strategic journey towards a stronger position in international defense, security and cybersecurity.

HiQ in Finland have been accepted in NATO's official supplier register. The approval opens up new opportunities for HiQ in the international market. The goal is to become a leading player in digital defense and cybersecurity solutions in the Nordic region.

The status as a technology supplier makes it possible to participate in future procurements organized by NATO and its member countries. The approval is based on a so-called Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency), and HiQ have also been approved as a supplier within the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA).

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Strengthening its position as a developer of defense, security and cybersecurity solutions is a key strategic goal for HiQ, and to now be included in NATO Supplier Register is a major step forward. In addition to access to new markets, it also strengthens the company's long-term investment in the defense sector in the Nordics and Europe.

Strong background in defense and cybersecurity

– We have extensive experience and deep expertise in delivering groundbreaking technique and innovative, high-quality solutions. It is gratifying that this is now being recognized internationally. Being included in the NATO supplier register means that we can participate to a greater extent in strategic projects and contribute to the development of future defense solutions, says Minna Lindholm, Managing Director of HiQ in Finland.

HiQ already has a strong background in defense and cybersecurity. Customers include leading defense and aerospace companies as well as authorities such as the Finnish Armed Forces and key public sector players in Sweden. HiQ is also a member of the Finnish Digital Defense Ecosystem, which further supports the company's ambition to grow in the defense sector both in Finland and at a European level.

– HiQ contributes strong expertise in software development, cybersecurity and data-driven digital solutions into the NATO ecosystem – crucial components for modern defense technology. We will continue to strengthen our expertise and solutions in defense, security and cyber to meet the challenges of the future. Our status as a NATO supplier is a natural next step in our long-term investments in these areas, says Peter Arrhenius, CEO of HiQ.

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