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This spring, one topic has dominated conversations at Ukrainian defen\u0441e events<\/a>: Europe’s awakening. At the forefront of this shift are the Scandinavian nations\u2014now among Ukraine\u2019s closest allies. And within that group, Sweden stands out. March 2025 saw a series of developments that signal a deepening partnership between Ukraine and Sweden in the field of defence tech. Defender takes you inside the story.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On March 31, Swedish Defence Minister P\u00e5l Jonson unveiled<\/a> a landmark $1.6 billion aid package for Ukraine\u2014the largest military support package Sweden has committed so far. A significant share of the funding will go toward acquiring equipment and ammunition from Swedish defence manufacturers. Meanwhile, over $500 million is set aside to support Ukraine\u2019s domestic defence industry by \u201cDanish model.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One line item that especially caught Defender\u2019s eye\u2014despite its relatively small size\u2014is the $1.1 million earmarked for the joint development of AI technologies for drones. The details remain under wraps, but the project aligns with a broader strategic push by Ukrainian officials to advance state-level AI initiatives for defence and beyond. Among those plans: a Ukrainian large language model (LLM), which the Ministry of Digital Transformation aims to launch by late 2025. Once operational, the national LLM will enable secure, domestic data processing\u2014crucial for AI-powered defence applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What BAE Systems, Scania, Saab, and Volvo were doing in Kyiv<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In the latter half of March, a high-level Swedish delegation touched down in Kyiv, signaling deepening ties between the two countries\u2019 defence sectors. Organized by the Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association (SOFF), the visit brought together representatives from Sweden\u2019s Ministry of Defence and some of the region\u2019s top defence and tech companies. On the guest list: Scandinavian Astor Group, BAE Systems Bofors, BAE Systems H\u00e4gglunds AB, Beetroot, MilDef, MW Group, Ovzon, Saab, Scania Group, SRS Security, SNIGEL, Vesper Group, Volvo Defence, and W5 Solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosted at the Kyiv office of Sigma Software, the delegation attended a joint event by the Defence Builder accelerator and Brave1\u2014the state-backed national defence tech cluster. There, Swedish guests were introduced to the Ukrainian defence innovation ecosystem and heard pitches from seven homegrown startups working on cutting-edge battlefield technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Defence
CEO Defence Builder \u041aateryna Bezsudna with SOFF delegation participants<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

SOFF, for its part, isn\u2019t stopping there. Several more visits are already in the works for 2025, with a focus on key defence tech verticals like autonomous systems, drones, and secure communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jonas Rydin: from humanitarian aid to investing in Ukraine\u2019s defence tech future<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Among the Swedish delegates visiting Kyiv this spring was Jonas Rydin\u2014NCO in the Swedish Marines, entrepreneur, investor, and now advisor to Ukraine\u2019s Defence Builder accelerator. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rydin is no newcomer to the business. He launched his first venture in 1995, and a decade later co-founded an investment company with his wife. Since then, he\u2019s backed over 50 projects and made more than 25 successful exits, including IPO. His portfolio includes co-founding the Swedish defence firm W5 Solutions and investing in several other defence ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His connection to Ukraine began not with business but with solidarity. In 2022, he founded Quartermaster for Ukraine, a charity that has since delivered over $20 million in aid to the Ukrainian Armed Forces\u2014ranging from medical kits and radios to drones and trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Kateryna
Kateryna Bezsudna and Jonas Rydin shake hands after Rydin joins Defence Builder as an advisor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

But Rydin sees Ukraine not just as a recipient of help but as a hub of world-class innovation. \u201cNo army in the world has ever had to adopt and refine new technologies as quickly as the Ukrainian Armed Forces,\u201d he told<\/a> Kyiv Post<\/em>. That breakneck pace, he believes, is what makes Ukrainian defence startups especially promising to international investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a deep talent pool, strong technical education, and hundreds of thousands of people with combat experience, Ukraine is uniquely positioned to lead in key defence sectors\u2014from unmanned systems and cyber warfare to electronic warfare and anti-jamming tools. And Jonas Rydin is betting that investors in the West will soon see the same potential he does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pitch session: seven Ukrainian startups that showcased their tech to SOFF<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Seven Ukrainian startups\u2014ranging from experienced players to newcomers\u2014pitched their solutions to the SOFF delegation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moodro<\/strong><\/a> specializes in portable anti-drone systems. Its product line includes an FPV countermeasure system, a six-channel EW system, a portable FPV detector, and the autonomous anti-drone solution Spectrfy<\/em>. Moodro collaborates with the Main Directorate of EW, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), the Ministry of Internal Affairs special unit “KORD,” and instructors from the “Borivyter” school. The company was founded by Nataliia Ohienko.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frontline Robotics<\/strong><\/a> develops robotic systems for automating military operations. Their portfolio includes ground robots, drones, turrets, and full-cycle combat software\u2014from reconnaissance to reporting. Products include the lightweight Linza<\/em> bomber drone, Zoom<\/em> reconnaissance drone, the Burya<\/em> grenade launcher turret, and the Hertz <\/em>control module. Co-founders: Yevhenii Tretiak, Oleksii Markhovskyi, Pavlo Kosolapkin, and Oleksandr Ostapenko.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Frontline
Frontline Robotics’ pitch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ratel S<\/strong><\/a> founders initially worked in street lighting but pivoted to defence robotics after the beginning of full-scale invasion. Their core product is the Ratel-S<\/em> ground robotic system for remote mining. Other developments include the Ratel Deminer<\/em>, medical stretchers, and a robotic nurse platform. In spring 2024, a Ratel<\/em> kamikaze robot was used to destroy bridges in Donetsk region, disrupting Russian logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technohawk<\/strong> focuses on designing and manufacturing FPV drones and large UAVs with a payload capacity of over 20 kg. Their technology supports modern armored forces by enhancing combat and logistical capabilities through advanced autonomous systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Technohawk
Technohawk team with their drone<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ratel S<\/strong><\/a> founders initially worked in street lighting but pivoted to defence robotics after the beginning of full-scale invasion. Their core product is the Ratel-S<\/em> ground robotic system for remote mining. Other developments include the Ratel Deminer<\/em>, medical stretchers, and a robotic nurse platform. In spring 2024, a Ratel<\/em> kamikaze robot was used to destroy bridges in Donetsk region, disrupting Russian logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technohawk<\/strong> focuses on designing and manufacturing FPV drones and large UAVs with a payload capacity of over 20 kg. Their technology supports modern armored forces by enhancing combat and logistical capabilities through advanced autonomous systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Falcons<\/strong><\/a>, founded in 2022, builds hardware-software solutions to boost operational efficiency. One of their key products, ETER<\/em>, is a tactical-level radio signal locator. It\u2019s rapidly deployable, integrates into networks, and provides critical situational awareness for units operating in complex environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Armor<\/strong><\/a> is a team that has been collaborating with the Ukrainian military since 2014. Their flagship product is the Armor<\/em> mobile app\u2014a tactical system that increases weapon system efficiency. It allows hidden-position targeting with high accuracy using tanks, IFVs, mortars, and more. The app factors in ballistics data like temperature, air pressure, and ammunition weight. It\u2019s funded by the \u201cCome Back Alive\u201d Foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Farsight Vision<\/strong><\/a> offers geospatial analytics and digital twin generation, delivering real-time situational awareness through drone-captured footage and imagery. Their platform allows interaction with 3D models and orthographic images to track map changes. It supports construction planning, delivery logistics, and more\u2014benefiting both military and civilian use in land management and monitoring. The platform enhances digitization and helps operators make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pitch
Oleksii Lytvynenko presents Farsight Vision to the participants of the SOFF delegation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Farsight Vision\u2019s business development manager, Oleksii Lytvynenko, says Sweden is one of the few countries that demonstrates both clear public support and real action for Ukraine.
\u201cCourage comes in two colors \u2014 blue and yellow,\u201d he resumes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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