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Thank you \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Swedish Air Force \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea for the opportunity to participate in the 100th anniversary<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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SME-D would like to extend a warm thank you to \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Swedish Air Force \u2013 Flygvapnet \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea for the opportunity to participate and contribute during the celebration of the Swedish Air Force's 100th anniversary. It has been a fantastic event characterized by professionalism, pride and faith in the future. We would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who made these days possible. We especially take with us [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about Thank you \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Swedish Air Force \ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea for the opportunity to participate in the 100th anniversary<\/span>

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Air Force 100 years<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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The Swedish Air Force is celebrating 100 years. It is big and transformative. To have the privilege of participating in this event as a representative of SME\u2013D is a favor. Jonas Wikman, Chief of the Swedish Air Force, opened with a speech about the history of the Air Force, where we stand today and what the future will require. Three things to take with us from day one: \u2b50\ufe0f Speed [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about the Swedish Air Force 100 years<\/span>

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Response to reference SOU 2026:16 Reference to report SOU 2026:16 Defence export initiative for common security Response to reference SOU 2026:16<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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We have now submitted our response to the consultation on the Defence Export Initiative (SOU 2026:16), together with TechSverige. It is fundamentally an important and welcome initiative. The ambition to create a more comprehensive, strategic and effective Swedish defence export promotion is absolutely timely \u2013 not least in a security policy situation where the need for faster deliveries, a strengthened industrial base and international [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more on Response to reference SOU 2026:16 Reference to report SOU 2026:16 Defence export initiative for common security Response to reference SOU 2026:16<\/span>

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Here are the finalists in the Security Award of the Year 2026\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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TechSverige and SME-D today present the finalists for the Security Award of the Year 2026 \u2013 an award that recognizes actors who, through technology, collaboration and responsibility, strengthen Sweden's security, resilience and trust in society. The award highlights efforts that contribute to a stronger digital ecosystem and total defense, from cybersecurity and crisis preparedness to innovative solutions in defense tech and critical infrastructure. [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about Here are the finalists in the Security Award of the Year 2026\u00a0<\/span>

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New award focuses on tech that strengthens Sweden's resilience and security<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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The industry and employer organization TechSverige is today launching, together with SME-D, the industry organization for small and medium-sized companies in the Swedish defense sector, the new Security Award of the Year. The award will recognize actors who, through technology, collaboration and responsibility, contribute to strengthening Sweden's security - digitally, civilly and militarily. At the same time, the jury that will select this year's finalists and winners is being presented. In a time [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more New award focuses on tech that strengthens Sweden's resilience and security<\/span>

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Jonas Sandwall new Secretary General of SME-D \u2013 strengthens focus on innovation and delivery for total defense\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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SME-D, the trade association for small and medium-sized companies in the Swedish defense sector, is shifting its focus to innovation and delivery capability for Sweden\u2019s total defense. Jonas Sandwall is now taking up the role of new Secretary General for the organization. With a background in technology-driven development, deeptech and strategic cooperation between business and research, Jonas Sandwall takes on the role of Secretary General. The goal is clear: to create structures that give small and medium-sized companies a natural path into [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about Jonas Sandwall new Secretary General of SME-D \u2013 strengthens the focus on innovation and delivery for total defense\u00a0<\/span>

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TechSverige and SME-D collaborate for Sweden's total defense<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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SME-D, the trade association for small and medium-sized companies in the Swedish defense sector, is now establishing its secretariat function within the industry and employer organization TechSverige. The collaboration strengthens the tech industry\u2019s overall contribution to Sweden\u2019s total defense \u2013 through increased collaboration, faster technology development and better conditions for innovation and delivery capability within defense tech and security tech. In today\u2019s security situation, it is crucial to be able to quickly go from idea to working solutions. Technology development [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about TechSverige and SME-D in collaboration for Sweden's total defense<\/span>

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Get to know our members \u2013 Tykoflex<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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In this series we introduce our new members, where they tell us about their business and why they are members of SME-D. Now it's Tykoflex's turn. That's why we had a chat with CEO Richard Petterson Wigh. Tykoflex is a key player in secure critical communication infrastructure. We develop and manufacture fiber enclosures and submarine cable joints in high-quality stainless steel [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about Get to know our members \u2013 Tykoflex<\/span>

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Get to know our members \u2013 Xolaris<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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In this series we introduce our new members, where they tell us about their activities and why they are members of SME-D. Now it's Xolaris' turn. That's why we had a chat with CEO Mohsen Tavakol. Xolaris develops software solutions for civilian and military intelligence services, law enforcement agencies and civil defense organizations. The products and platforms \u2013 [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more about Get to know our members \u2013 Xolaris<\/span>

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SME-D: Defense investments must be balanced with the reality of small businesses (Reference response 2025:86)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n \n
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SME-D welcomes the ambition to strengthen Sweden's defense capabilities, but emphasizes in its response to the consultation on SOU 2025:86 \u201cReady!\u201d that the investments must be made in balance with the conditions of small and medium-sized enterprises. In the response, we propose several support measures to avoid disproportionate consequences for the business community. We support the ambition to strengthen the Armed Forces' personnel supply, but emphasize that the proposed changes can [\u2026]<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n Read more on SME-D: Defense investments must be balanced with the reality of small businesses (Reference response 2025:86)<\/span>

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We bring together Sweden's leading entrepreneurs, product specialists and consultants in the defense industry. Our members are experts in delivering cost-effective and innovative services, solutions and products in all areas of total defense: land, sea, air and cyber. There are many career opportunities in our industry, from self-employment to a career in small or large companies. Contact the office if you are interested in job opportunities with our members.<\/p>\n\n

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