NFM Group (Norway) – Strategic-Technological Analysis
NFM Group AS is a Norwegian mid-cap defence technology company founded in 1996 by ex-Norwegian soldiers[1]. It designs and manufactures advanced personal protection systems for military and police forces. Headquartered in Ski (Oslo area), its 1,000+ workforce (30+ nationalities) spans Europe and North America[2][3]. Through vertically integrated R&D and production, NFM has secured a leading share of Europe’s body armour and combat uniform market. Its gear – from modular ballistic vests and helmets to tactical clothing – embodies “Scandinavian quality” and innovation[4][5]. This analysis will explore how NFM’s technology portfolio and partnerships contribute to European defence autonomy, interoperability and resilience, by substituting non-EU suppliers (especially Chinese) and strengthening deterrence across the Alliance.
