Entering the Polish Defence Market: Opportunities for Norwegian Suppliers

Poland is making significant investments in its defence capabilities, creating new opportunities for Norwegian and European companies looking to grow and establish themselves in the defence and security market. 

The seminar will bring together Norwegian suppliers and other relevant industry players that are already active in, or are considering entering, the Polish market. The programme will offer insights into the Polish defence market, opportunities for Norwegian suppliers, available support for companies looking to expand into Poland, and first-hand experiences from Norwegian companies operating internationally in the defence sector.

Programme

• Networking lunch

  An opportunity to meet fellow participants and connect with Norwegian and international companies interested in the Polish defence market

• Welcome by Selmer and DZP

• Polish defence market, opportunities for Norwegian suppliers

  An introduction to the Polish dual-use and defence market, including support available from Polish and Norwegian authorities for companies looking to establish or expand their presence in Poland. 
  Ms. Martalena Eriksen, Head of the Trade Office in Oslo of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH)

• Polish defence market in practice

  A practical approach to the Polish market from the perspective of a defence company. 
  Mr Adam Januszko, President of the Management Board of Niewiadów Polska Grupa Militarna S.A.

• Kitron Group – From the Nordics to Poland: Building Defence Industry Locally

  Kitron will share its journey from Arendal to Grudziądz, and their experience of establishing manufacturing i Poland, including the drivers behind its investment, lessons learned from operating locally, and opportunities for stronger Nordic–Polish cooperation.
  Carina Brataas, Business Development Director

• Comrod in Poland

  Comrod, a Norwegian company rooted in Tau, will share who they are, what they do, and how they are growing internationally.
  Laiz Batista Tellefsen, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer

• Break

• IKM Group Defence Alliance

• IKM Group Defence Alliance will share its perspective on the role of private industry in strengthening national security, as well as its experience from establishing IKM Testing AS in Poland. Their insights will highlight the capabilities developed in Poland and how the local presence serves as a hub for IKM Group’s activities in the Polish market.
  Øystein Valland, Managing Director

• Eker Group – Innovation and International Expansion

  Eker Group will share their experience of developing innovative technology businesses and expanding into international markets, with insights into identifying opportunities, building partnerships and turning Norwegian innovation into international growth.

  Bård Eker, CEO

• Panel discussion

  Hallvard L. Slettevoll, ceo STADT GROUP AS
  Bård Eker, CEO, Eker Group
  Øystein Valland, Managing Director IKM Group
  Laiz Batista Tellefsen, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Comrod
  Carina Brataas, Business Development Director, Kitron Group

• Wrap up by Selmer and DZP

We hope to see you in Oslo on October 22.