Does your company develop 5G, quantum or space technology or applications and services that utilise these technologies? Do you need an environment where you can evaluate the functionality of the solution for defence sector or further develop its technology readiness level? VTT’s world-class NATO DIANA Secure connectivity, space and quantum test centre services are available to meet your needs in the defence sector and related industries – functionality validated according to NATO criteria is a huge asset in the sales field.
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- VTT's NATO DIANA test centres offer companies access to cutting-edge facilities for product validation in environments ranging from cleanrooms to Arctic conditions, providing a cost-effective advantage over developing infrastructure independently.
- Companies can bring products at various development stages to these centres, gaining feedback and evaluation to increase technology readiness levels, validate civilian products for defence applications, and explore opportunities for further development.
- The test facilities provide unique resources such as a real 5G network, quantum computing services, and platforms for secure communications testing, enabling proof-of-concept testing and product demonstrations outside commercial constraints.
- Utilising these centres helps businesses improve market position and sales by demonstrating product reliability and efficacy for defence, security, and critical infrastructure requirements, with specific emphasis on future quantum communication potential.
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VTT’s NATO DIANA test centre facilities in Otaniemi (Espoo), Oulu and Sodankylä allow companies to validate their products and innovations in different environments – from cleanrooms to Arctic conditions in Sodankylä. These centres offer companies a significant and cost-effective competitive edge. You can access top-level services that support product development and sales. The other option of building the required infrastructure and hiring all the necessary experts would be an expensive and difficult process for an individual company.
Your company does not need to have a product that is ready for the defence sector.
“Companies can come to us with a product development project that is still in the idea stage or to validate an existing civilian product. We provide realistic feedback on the product’s functionality and its development areas, starting with cooperation to assess how mature the technology is. Then we evaluate the development needs and tailor the project to specifically deal with them,” says Mika Rantakokko, who coordinates VTT’s NATO DIANA test services.
For example, a company can start a project with the goal of raising the technology readiness level (TRL). In cases where a company has a product ready for the civilian market, the project can focus on validating the solution’s suitability for defence sector needs.
“We use the project to identify development areas and gain a wider perspective on what opportunities are available to the company in terms of promoting product development,” says Rantakokko.
Access to test centres also without the NATO DIANA programme
Utilising VTT’s services does not require a link to the NATO DIANA accelerator. The test centres are open to all companies regardless of sector and technology development phase.
“We can offer things like a real 5G mobile network or quantum computing capacity to support product development,” explains Rantakokko.
“Along with the unique infrastructure, the company can utilise all of our competence – and this is an integral part of our service. The fact that we can open doors to our partner network is also a valuable asset.”
The company can use the results of VTT’s development work in customer discussions and sales. The results help demonstrate that the solutions work and are reliable in terms of meeting requirements related to the defence sector, security and critical infrastructure.
“The test centres can simulate different product behaviour scenarios, which helps when evaluating their actual usefulness and further developing the product. This simultaneously confirms that the product improves resilience in on a broader scale,” states Rantakokko.
Validation without disturbing commercial environments
All test centre services include a world-class mobile network that is operated by VTT and ready for the future. This provides a lot more freedom than commercial networks, where a development project would interfere with normal operations. The platforms are particularly suitable for testing needs related to cyber-secure communications.
For example, satellite communications equipment integrated with a terrestrial test network are available for space technology. This makes it possible to perform proof-of-concept testing and development in an operating environment that includes terrestrial and satellite devices. The platform also includes solutions for planning satellite networking and satellite mapping of environments.
VTT has two quantum computers: 5 and 50 qubits. As part of the facilities located in Otaniemi the test centre offers quantum computing services and a development environment as well as a development and test environment for distributing quantum encryption keys in a fibre-optic network. VTT is already cooperating with commercial operators in the area of quantum encryption.
“A future with quantum computers and quantum communication is right around the corner – the only factor limiting commercial opportunities is our imagination. However, the increasing data security concerns associated with quantum computing are an important consideration in dual-use targets at this time,” explains Rantakokko.
Main benefits of VTT’s NATO DIANA Secure connectivity, space and quantum (SCSQ) test centre:
- Technology development and validation using world-class infrastructure
- Networking with experts and partners
- A stronger market position and sales acceleration
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Now is the time to utilise NATO DIANA test centre services. The defence sector and dual-use technology markets are growing strongly. Make sure your company’s technology and products meet the strictest market requirements. Contact us for more information on how we can ensure your company's success in the defence sector today!
