In Stockholm, the IT Coalition agreed to accelerate the procurement of technologies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported this following the 11th meeting of the IT Coalition, which took place in Stockholm.
According to the statement, the participants agreed on new ways to speed up the purchase of technologies for the Ukrainian army and to provide additional funding for the digitalization of the defense sector.
During the meeting, representatives of the Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces of Ukraine also briefed partners on the evolution of the army’s communication system, the integration of the DELTA combat system and its role in supporting ISTAR processes, as well as the advantages of digital combat systems in managing drone operations.
“Today, new military technologies are being created and tested for viability on the battlefield in Ukraine. It is extremely important for us to increase funding for digital projects and accelerate procurement processes so that technologies reach the troops faster. We are grateful to the leading nations and to Sweden for their organization and active cooperation,” said Oksana Ferchuk, Deputy Minister of Defense for Digital Development, Digital Transformations, and Digitalization.
The Ministry noted that since its establishment in September 2023, the IT Coalition has already mobilized over €1.2 billion to strengthen the technological capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Thanks to the coalition’s partners, Ukrainian units have recently received tactical-level telecommunications kits, as well as satellite and mobile communication equipment from Estonia, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland.
The Ministry of Defense also expressed special gratitude to Germany for its significant contribution to the development of radio communication systems and its support of digital projects.
In addition, with the IT Coalition’s support, the Ministry of Defense is actively deploying the first tactical-level personnel management system called Impulse. The system automates the work of military units, ensures accurate and structured data on personnel, and helps commanders make informed decisions based on up-to-date information.
