AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFinnish Defence Industry: Patria has completed the first locally assembled F135 engine for Finland’s F-35A fleet at its Linnavuori facility in Nokia, with assembly running through 2030 before shifting to maintenance and upgrades—boosting domestic sustainment and security of supply. Mining Tech Investment: Normet opened a new technology centre in Pirkkala to expand R&D and testing for autonomy, robotics and software for underground mining, hiring more than 50 people in Finland this year and targeting more high-value roles. Industrial Capacity Expansion: Sandvik finished a multi-year expansion of rock drill production in Tampere, adding automation and lifting capacity in phases, with further volume ramp-up into 2027. AI Policy & Security: Finland will set up an expert group to assess how AI is reshaping foreign policy and security, with recommendations due by end of November. Civil Defence Readiness: Finland staged Europe’s biggest civil defence drills since WWII, rehearsing responses to cyberattacks and missile threats to critical infrastructure. Regional Business & Trade: Tallink Silja Line kicked off its autumn programme with a Spanish Festival at Sea, while also running Baltic Sea Day activities in Tallinn and Helsinki.
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