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Estonian technology company Nortal signs agreement with NATO

Peeter Smitt, Defence Business Area Director at Nortal. Photo: EBRA Conference 2019

Estonian technology company Nortal has been selected as a NATO approved supplier under the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) framework. The agreement signed with the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) highlights the company´s expertise in secure digital solutions and defence technologies and enables to contribute to NATO’s most sensitive and high priority procurements.  

NATO’s technology and cyber hub, the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) ensures the Alliance maintains its technological edge. Through the BOA framework, NATO streamlines industry engagements by working with suppliers with proven expertise, positioning Nortal as a trusted partner to NATO in supporting its objectives and enhancing the security of the Alliance.

“This is a significant milestone that underscores both Nortal’s credibility and the trust placed in Estonian enterprises on the international stage. Advancing the defence technology industry is a key priority for the government, as it is essential not only for strengthening national and allied security but also for enhancing the global competitiveness of our defence sector,” said Hanno Pevkur, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Estonia.

“We are proud to have been selected by NATO. Our aim is to apply our expertise in cybersecurity and defence, and combine that with our experience in building some of the world’s most secure digital societies, both in Estonia and globally.”
Peeter Smitt, Defence Business Area Director at Nortal

“With the growing complexity of security challenges, the demand for secure, data-led solutions in the defence sector is rapidly increasing. We are proud to have been selected by NATO. Our aim is to apply our expertise in cybersecurity and defence, and combine that with our experience in building some of the world’s most secure digital societies, both in Estonia and globally, to help tackle the Alliance’s most complex challenges,” said Peeter Smitt, Defence Business Area Director at Nortal.

Nortal´s cutting-edge solutions will contribute to NATO’s mission

Kalev Koidumäe, CEO at Estonian Defence and Aerospace Industry Association, said only a few Estonian companies have ever been approved as suppliers within NATO’s Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) framework. “This agreement demonstrates that Estonian expertise is highly valued. We look forward to seeing Nortal deliver cutting-edge solutions that contribute to NATO’s mission and help to shape the future of secure and resilient defence technologies, further strengthening Estonia’s growing position as a leader in defence innovation,” added Koidumäe.

“This is a significant milestone that underscores both Nortal’s credibility and the trust placed in Estonian enterprises on the international stage.”
Hanno Pevkur, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Estonia

Nortal combines 25 years of extensive digitalisation experience across sectors and industries globally, alongside in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity and the defence industry. The company´s solutions support information sharing, situational awareness, and decision-making, while enhancing resilience and contributing to the modernisation of NATO’s digital infrastructure.

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