In this episode of What’s New in New Defence, we examine how space has become a core component of European security and modern multi-domain defence. Commander of the Finnish Air Force, General Timo Herranen, discusses the expanding role of sovereign space capability, the integration of space data into operations and the increasing strategic importance of the Arctic and Nordic region.

Ville Meskus from ReOrbit broadens the discussion to Europe’s industrial and technological sovereignty, highlighting how adaptable, software-defined satellites and flexible supply chains are transforming resilience and mission continuity.

Together, the conversation shows why Europe must accelerate space capability development, strengthen cooperation and leverage commercial innovation to remain competitive in an era where space directly shapes deterrence, situational awareness and operational effectiveness.

In the second episode of What’s New in New Defence, we explore how cyber defence and emerging technologies are reshaping Europe’s security environment.

Dr Catharina Candolin, Board Member of SSH Communications Security, explains how cyber has become a fully recognised domain of warfare – one that requires an integrated posture, clear leadership and stronger cooperation across governments, industry and allied partners.

Mikael Westerlund, Chief Business Officer at Agate Sensors, introduces breakthrough advances in software-defined hyperspectral sensing and shows how next-generation on-chip capabilities can transform situational awareness, counter-drone protection and the broader defence technology landscape.

Together, the discussion highlights Europe’s need to accelerate technological sovereignty, invest in deep-tech capability and remove barriers that slow innovation.

The episode offers a timely perspective on how Finnish expertise contributes to more resilient, adaptive and future-ready defence solutions across Europe.

Episode 1 explores how shifting geopolitics, emerging technologies and industrial capability are redefining European defence.

Finnish MEP Mika Aaltola outlines the growing strategic importance of the Arctic, the escalation risks posed by Russian activity, and the rising role of drones in shaping the security landscape.

Saab Finland CEO Kristian Tornivaara expands the discussion to Finland’s technology ecosystem, highlighting the nation’s deep-tech strengths, the TRL 6–7 development gap, and the importance of strengthening Europe’s industrial resilience from electronic warfare to semiconductor sovereignty.

Together, the discussion provides a timely perspective on how Finland and Europe must integrate technology, capability development and strategic foresight to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving defence environment.