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HSF2026

Patria is participating in the fifth the Helsinki Security Forum (HSF) as one of the event's long-standing supporters.The international security conference will bring together decision-makers, experts and security professionals in Helsinki on 2–4 October 2026 to discuss the security of Finland and Europe.

The era of security built around a single solution is over. In a world shaped by disruption and competition, resilience can no longer rely on a single security guarantee, alliance or strategy. The theme of Helsinki Security Forum 2026, Layers of Security, highlights the multiple dimensions of security and the role of different actors in building them. Discussions at HSF 2026 will cover topics such as European defence cooperation, technological sovereignty, defence innovation, nuclear deterrence, and Russia’s role in the European security environment. 

Patria's President and CEO Panu Routila will participate in the panel discussion 'Ramping up defence in Europe' on Friday, 2 October at 17:15-18:15 EEST. Routila will be joined on stage with: Tarja Jaakkola, Assistant Secretary General for Defence Industry, Innovation and Armaments, NATO, Oleksandr Kamyšin, Head of Representative Office, UDI JSC in Germany, and Elizabeth Parcella, Vice President, Strategy and Business Development, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. The panel discussion wll be moderated by Teri Schultz, Freelance NATO and EU Reporter

Helsinki Security Forum is the Finnish Institute of International Affairs’ international security conference, bringing together more than 350 decision-makers, experts and influencers from around the world in Helsinki each year. The President of the Republic of Finland, Alexander Stubb, serves as the event’s official patron.

The conference programme and other event updates will be published on the HSF website, LinkedIn and the Finnish Institute of International Affairs’ social media channels. Register to follow the live stream of HSF 2026.

Media enquiries and further information:

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Sirje Ahvenlampi-Hyvönen, Vice President, Group Communications, Patria, tel. +358 50 557 3822, [email protected]

Patria is a modern and international defence and technology company with over 100 years of experience. Through our top-notch experts and Protected Mobility, Defence and Weapon Systems and Sustainment Solutions business areas, we ensure reliable operations for our customers and serve as a partner in critical functions on land, sea and air – when if is not an option. Patria’s operating countries include Finland, Sweden, Norway, Latvia, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Slovakia and Japan.
Patria is owned by the State of Finland (50.1%) and Norwegian Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS (49.9%). Patria owns 50% of Nammo, and together these three companies form a leading Nordic defence partnership. www.patriagroup.com