Illustration of an Iceye satellite over Scandinavia. Photo: Iceye
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Finland has signed a preliminary agreement with domestic technology firm Iceye to procure its first satellites dedicated to national defence use.
The Ministry of Defence announced the deal on Wednesday. The agreement concerns synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites capable of delivering high-resolution imaging even in poor weather and nighttime conditions.
This marks the first time Finland will own satellites specifically for defence purposes.
The satellites are intended to strengthen the Finnish Defence Forces’ reconnaissance and surveillance capabilities from space. According to the ministry, the data may also be made available to other government agencies.
The deal with Iceye comes alongside growing state support for the Finnish space sector. Earlier this month, Business Finland committed more than €41 million to support Iceye’s research and development.
Iceye has also signed an agreement worth approximately €200 million with the Polish armed forces.
The SAR technology provides detailed earth observation regardless of light and cloud cover, offering consistent and reliable imaging for strategic monitoring.
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Source: www.helsinkitimes.fi
