Business Networking Forum Finland and Germany
Your opportunity to cooperate with German companies in the security and defense sectors
A delegation of innovative German companies from the security and defence sectors will travel to Helsinki on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). The participating German companies represent a broad spectrum of expertise, including solutions for:
civil protection | emergency response | surveillance | critical-infrastructure security | cyber security
The aim of the mission is to foster direct business contacts, exchange know-how, and explore new opportunities for German–Finnish cooperation.
Finnish companies are invited to meet the delegation at the presentation event and in pre-arranged B2B meetings on Tuesday, 21st of April, at Crowne Plaza Helsinki-Hesperia, Venue Töölö 3–5, Helsinki, Finland, from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.
All information at a glance
Official German Civil Security Industry
Supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) as part of the “Mittelstand Global” (Global SMEs) initiative
Business Networking Forum
Finland - Helsinki
Date: Tuesday, 21st of April
Location: Crowne Plaza Helsinki-Hesperia
Venue Töölö 3–5 | Helsinki | Finland
Registration
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10:00 - 11:30 | Industry Presentations & Keynote Speeches
11:30 - 13:00 | B2B Meetings
13:00 - 14:30 | Networking Lunch
14:30 - 17:00 | B2B Meetings
The Project
trAIDe GmbH has been commissioned to carry out thisproject as part of the federal funding program MittelstandGlobal/Market Entry Program. The market entry programfor small and medium-sized enterprises is a fundingprogram of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and the Export Initiative for Civil SecurityTechnologies.
On behalf of
On behalf of
This business initiation trip to Finland focuses on the civil security technologies sector and is therefore supported by the Export Initiative for Civil Security Technologies.
The Export Initiative for Civil Security Technologies and Services has formed part of the Economic Affairs Ministry’s SME Foreign Market Entry Programme since 2015. The aim of the initiative is to boost the international competitiveness of the German civil security industry by providing targeted backing for exports. The focus is on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in Germany.
Areas covered by the export initiative:
- Solutions for security challenges
- Aviation safety and security, maritime safety and security, and border security
- Protection of critical infrastructure
- Combating terrorism and crimePhysical security through security equipment / protective gear
- Cybersecurity
- Crisis management / disaster risk management / emergency preparedness
- Safety and security for major social event
German Delegation
These companies will be at the event
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MAE Maschinen- und Apparatebau Götzen GmbH
MAE Maschinen- und Apparatebau Götzen GmbH (MAE Group) is a German manufacturer of high-precision straightening machines and special machinery for metal processing industries. The company develops customized solutions for shafts, bars, tubes, and precision components. MAE serves customers across Defense, Aviation & Marine, On- & Off-Highway, Railway, Life Science, Metals, and Machinery, delivering reliable, tailor-made systems backed by German engineering and decades of industry experience
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AceProx Identifikationssysteme GmbH
AceProx Identifikationssysteme GmbH is a specialized provider of contactless identification hardware for industrial and mission-critical applications, focusing on the production and distribution of reading units and transponders in a variety of designs. The company primarily serves system integrators and hardware manufacturers, enabling them to build reliable identification, tracking, and automation solutions. By combining robust hardware design, long-term product availability, and application-driven customization, AceProx supports demanding industrial environments where durability, reliability, and seamless system integration are critical.
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NetCo Professional Services GmbH
NetCo Professional Services GmbH develops and distributes professional camera systems for documentation and security. The owner-managed IT company has 50+ employees and is based in Blankenburg (Harz) and Magdeburg. NetCo creates innovative body cam and construction site camera systems combining hardware and software for professional use. Driven by a strong engineering culture, the company delivers reliable, high-performance solutions from planning to commissioning.
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fiveD GmbH
fiveD GmbH is an innovative software start-up specializing in advanced radar simulation. The company develops high-performance software solutions for hyper-realistic radar simulations in aerospace & defense, automotive and industrial applications. Its product portfolio enables the simulation of realistic radar data across the entire value chain, from raw sensor data and signal processing to enhanced sensor functionalities. By combining deep physical modeling with its high-performance software, fiveD allows customers to virtually design, test, and validate radar systems long before hardware prototypes are built.
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Lufthansa Industry Solutions
Lufthansa Industry Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group and a provider of IT consulting and digitalization solutions. The company transfers aviation, maintenance and operational know-how from the Lufthansa Group into digital solutions for security & defense, maritime and other asset-intensive industries. With extensive experience in safety-critical and regulated environments, Lufthansa Industry Solutions supports customers in optimizing operations, maintenance and logistics through data-driven and secure IT solutions.
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Orcrist Technologies GmbH
Orcrist Technologies GmbH develops secure, sovereign AI intelligence platforms for government, defense, and critical-infrastructure environments.. With a strong focus on security, operational reliability, and strategic decision support, Orcrist enables public authorities and security organizations to transform complex data into actionable intelligence. The leading German data fusion and AI services company bridges technology and business, delivering end- to-end, tailored services that guide clients through every stage of their data and AI journey.
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Alpha Affinity
Our intelligence platform supports Business Development, Capture, and Bid teams at defense OEMs and suppliers. Our research assistant helps organizations systematically identify, evaluate, and track relevant customers, partners, competitors, and programs across fragmented information sources – reducing cognitive effort while preserving traceability and accountability. It is designed for regulated, audit-sensitive defense environments, supporting early positioning, competitive bids, and long-term capture intelligence under human control.
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Dräger
Dräger is a global leader in detection and protection capabilities across defence, security, and national resilience. Guided by the mission “Protecting those that protect us”, Dräger delivers life-critical solutions that safeguard military personnel, emergency responders, and frontline professionals operating in hazardous environments. With decades of experience, Dräger supports defence, public authorities, and healthcare organizations through integrated detection and protection capabilities, combining gas detection, respiratory protection, and CBRN systems with deep operational and technical expertise.
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Materna Virtual Solution GmbH
Materna Virtual Solution GmbH is a German software company specializing in secure mobile applications for use in high-security environments. As part of the Materna Group, the company builds on decades of experience in delivering IT solutions for public sector and security- critical customers. Materna Virtual Solution focuses on enabling secure mobile productivity on smartphones and tablets, addressing the specific requirements of governmental and military users. The company is recognized for its expertise in developing certified software solutions that meet stringent regulatory and security standards.
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net.e – Network Experts GmbH
net.e – Network Experts GmbH is a specialized IT-security provider supporting organizations in protecting, monitoring, and strengthening their IT infrastructures against modern cyber threats. The company supports small and medium-sized businesses in operating their IT environments securely, efficiently, and with a clear focus on real-world risks. net.e delivers tailored security services for national and international customers. By combining deep technical expertise, pragmatic consulting, and modern managed security services, net.e enables organizations to reduce risk, improve resilience, and operate sustainable security environments without unnecessary complexity.
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Develogic GmbH
Develogic GmbH is a German high-technology company headquartered in Hamburg, specializing in the development of advanced subsea systems, underwater communication technologies, and maritime data solutions. Founded in 2000, the company designs precision- engineered systems that enable reliable communication, monitoring, sensing, and data exchange in complex underwater environments. Develogic has established itself as a trusted provider of deep-sea proven and mission-critical subsea technologies. The company’s solutions support naval operations, scientific research, offshore energy, and the protection of underwater critical infrastructure.
