ICEYE and Nokia Partner to Develop Sovereign Satellite Communications for Ukraine

Helsinki, Finland, October 22, 2026, ICEYE, the European leader in sovereign intelligence from space, has entered into a strategic partnership with Nokia, a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, to support the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine in developing sovereign satellite communications capabilities. This collaboration was announced during the visit of the Prime Minister of Finland to Ukraine.

ICEYE and Nokia signed a Letter of Intent to explore the development of secure, sovereign, and high-performance broadband low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications systems for Ukraine. The aim is to enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities and ensure it has control over its satellite communications infrastructure, which is crucial for missions ranging from defense and border security to emergency services and disaster response.

ICEYE, founded in Finland and operating globally with over 1,500 employees, has a strong track record in delivering persistent monitoring capabilities through its world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation. The company has been supporting Ukraine since 2022, providing intelligence with unmatched quality, latency, and revisit times, in any weather, day or night.

Nokia, a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, is leveraging its expertise to develop trusted, sovereign satellite communications systems. The partnership aims to provide Ukraine with ownership and control over its satellite communications systems, ensuring that the country can rely on secure and reliable communications infrastructure.

The collaboration between ICEYE and Nokia underscores the growing importance of sovereign satellite communications in enhancing national security and resilience. By working together, the companies aim to provide Ukraine with the tools it needs to protect its borders, respond to emergencies, and maintain critical communications infrastructure in the face of disruptions.

This partnership is part of a broader effort to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities and ensure it has the technological means to protect its sovereignty and security. The collaboration aligns with the strategic goals of both ICEYE and Nokia, who are committed to supporting nations in building resilient and secure communications infrastructure.