Nokia’s defense business unit signed a memorandum of understanding with UK-based systems engineering firm C3IA. Announced at the Defence Vehicle Dynamics 2026 event, the partnership aims to accelerate the digital transformation of the United Kingdom’s defense sector.
The collaboration integrates Nokia’s connectivity technologies with C3IA’s systems integration expertise. This partnership targets enhanced multi-domain capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, and space operations.
Key focus areas include secure tactical communications, private 4G and 5G networks, and autonomous systems. Both companies currently participate in the UK Ministry of Defence’s TacSys framework.
Nokia’s U.S. pre-market stock rose over 6% following the announcement of the strategic partnership.