Nordic EDF Info Day and Matchmaking 2026

NFP
EDF
EOA
28 jan 2026 - 29 jan 2026
Norway, Oslo
Registration
On-site
None

The Norwegian Defence and Security Industries Association (FSi), a member of the EOA consortium, in cooperation with NORDEFCO (chaired by Norway), is organising the Nordic EDF Info Day on 28 January 2026, followed by an on-site EDF matchmaking event on 29 January 2026. 

Link for registration: Nordic EDF Info Day and Matchmaking

Programme and more information here or below. 

28 January – EDF Info Day

The Info Day offers participants a comprehensive dive into the EDF 2026 Work Programme, including:

  • An overview of the EDF programme and upcoming calls for 2026, presented by the European Commission.
  • Updates on:
    • The implementation of SAFE – the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through Common Procurement Act.
    • The upcoming European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP).
    • The Defence Industry Transformation Roadmap.
    • Commission proposals for defence industrial programmes in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).
  • Nordic government presentations on national approaches to EDF 2026, to facilitate clarity and cooperation.
  • Guidance and Q&A opportunities regarding administrative and legal aspects of the EDF.
  • Success stories from Nordic companies previously involved in EDF projects.
  • A networking social event in the evening for all Info Day participants.

Detailed Programme - 28 January

  • 09:00 – 09:05 Welcome and introduction
  • 09:05 – 09:15 Keynote address – Norwegian Ministry of Defence (NORDEFCO Chair)
  • 09:15 – 09:45 EU defence industrial initiatives (SAFE, EDIP, Defence Industry Transformation Roadmap, MFF) – European Commission
  • 09:45 – 10:15 Overview of the EDF programme and Work Programme 2026 – European Commission
  • 10:15 – 10:45 Networking break
  • 10:45 – 12:45 Nordic governments’ approaches to the EDF 2026 Work Programme:
    • Denmark
    • Finland
    • Norway
    • Sweden
  • 12:45 – 14:00 Networking lunch
  • 14:00 – 14:30 Submitting a proposal to the EDF
  • 14:30 – 15:50 Lessons learned and best practices from Nordic EDF beneficiaries:
    • Denmark
    • Finland
    • Norway
    • Sweden
  • 15:50 – 16:10 Networking break
  • 16:10 – 16:30 Engaging the military user community in EDF projects
  • 16:30 – 16:50 Secure communication models in EDF projects
  • 16:50 – 17:00 Wrap-up and closing remarks
  • 18:30 Social event hosted by FSi

29 January – EDF Matchmaking Event

The matchmaking day provides a platform for structured dialogue, enabling participating organisations to:

  • Identify relevant partners for EDF 2026 proposals.
  • Explore complementary expertise.
  • Form international consortia for collaborative project development.

Detailed Programme - 29 January

  • 8:45 – 09:00 Welcome and administrative remarks
  • 09:00 – 10:30 Matchmaking Session 1
  • 10:30 – 10:50 Networking break
  • 10:50 – 12:20 Matchmaking Session 2
  • 12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
  • 13:30 – 15:30 Matchmaking Session 3

The matchmaking is open to entities from all EU Member States and Norway. Participants may choose to attend one or both days.

Registration

Instructions for booking matchmaking appointments will be sent to registered participants after the registration deadline.

Additional information:

  • Venue
    • Clarion Hotel Oslo Airport
      • Hans Gaarders veg 15, 2060 Gardermoen, Norway
  • Accommodation
    • Accommodation is not included in the registration fee. Participants are responsible for their own bookings. Recommended hotels include:
      • Clarion Hotel Oslo Airport (event venue)
      • Comfort Hotel Runway (adjacent to the venue)
      • Best Western Plus Oslo Airport
      • Scandic Oslo Airport
      • Park Inn by Radisson Oslo Airport Hotel West

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