Arctic Lion
defence Summit
2–3 December 2026
Tampere Sports & Expo, Finland
If it works in Finland, it works anywhere
Arctic Lion Summit 2026 brings together innovations and experts in northern operating conditions. The summit offers a meeting platform for Nordic and international defence and technology stakeholders. We build new partnerships and open pathways into international procurement networks.
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Arctic Lion focuses on how innovations and expertise in northern conditions can be commercialized to support the development of defence ecosystems. The summit highlights how dual-use technologies and Nordic services can become potential partners within global defence networks. The event provides companies with tools to access NATO networks, prime contractor ecosystems, and the procurement processes of various national defence administrations.

From market insight to market access

Good business starts with a conversation
Arctic Lion is a summit where discussions and meetings lead to tangible openings for new markets and business opportunities.






