Nordic EDF Info Day and Matchmaking 2026

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

• Registration is open and will close on 20 January 2026.
• Registration link – Nordic EDF Info Day and Matchmaking

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