Ericsson Nikola Tesla Participates in the NATO Defence Industry Forum in Ankara
July 13, 2026
Hrvoje Benčić with Goran Basarac (President of Croatian Defence Industry Competitiveness Cluster, HKKOI) and Roko Budić (Probotica) Photo: HKKOI
Hrvoje Benčić, Member of the Management Board and Director of Customer Solutions and Services at Ericsson Nikola Tesla, participated in the NATO Defence Industry Forum in Ankara, one of the most significant international events dedicated to the defence industry, innovation and technological development.
The forum brought together representatives of NATO, allied nations and leading industry companies with the aim of strengthening collaboration and advancing future defence and security capabilities.
Hrvoje Benčić attended the forum as part of the Croatian delegation, which included representatives of the Croatian Defence Industry Competitiveness Cluster (HKKOI) and Croatian companies operating in the defence and security sectors. The event provided an opportunity to exchange experiences and establish connections with representatives of international institutions, industry stakeholders and the innovation ecosystem.
During the forum, key initiatives and opportunities related to future NATO programs were presented, with a focus on strengthening industrial capabilities, developing joint projects, fostering innovation, exploring new funding models and integrating companies from member states into international value chains. Particular attention was given to cooperation between NATO, national governments and industry in the development of advanced technological solutions for security and defence.
Participation in international events of this kind further demonstrates Ericsson Nikola Tesla’s commitment to developing advanced digital solutions in the areas of security, resilience and critical infrastructure protection. The company develops and delivers innovative ICT solutions for national and public security, crisis management and defence, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and digital resilience.
Through active participation in international initiatives and expert forums, Ericsson Nikola Tesla continues to strengthen cooperation with partners across the NATO and EU ecosystem while monitoring emerging technological and business opportunities that contribute to further development of secure and sustainable digital solutions.