Finland’s Summa Defence to Build Drone Factory for Ukraine and EU Needs

The Finnish defense company Summa Defence has announced plans to build a drone manufacturing facility in Finland to meet the needs of Ukraine and the European Union.

This information was stated in a press release by Summa Defence Ltd.

The primary goal of the new facility is to rapidly expand the production capacity for drones being used in the war in Ukraine, as well as to initiate their mass production in Finland and across Europe. The launch of large-scale drone manufacturing is scheduled for the first half of 2025.

“The demand for drone technology and production capability is high. Drones will be delivered not only to Ukraine but also across the European Union and NATO countries. Drones will become a permanent part of society, playing a vital role in securing critical societal functions across civilian, defense, and security sectors,” says Jussi Holopainen, CEO of Summa Defence Ltd.

In the future, Summa Drones will expand its production to include not only aerial drones but also ground and maritime drones, the company’s press service explained.

In addition to manufacturing aerial drones, Summa Drones will also produce ground and marine drones.

“The drones which will become part of Summa Defence Group’s product portfolio through the joint venture have already demonstrated their importance and strategic capabilities in Ukraine. Drones play a key role in protecting critical infrastructure and in emergency and rescue missions. Establishing production in Finland enhances the security of supply both in Ukraine and internationally,” Holopainen added.

It was previously reported that Ukraine is using advanced electronic warfare systems to intercept and alter the satellite coordinates of Russian Shahed strike drones, redirecting them back into Russian and Belarusian territory.