We warmly invite you to participate in a two-day, in-person workshop focused on navigating U.S. governmental acquisition practices in the defense and maritime industries. The focus of the workshop will be on export control, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and how to approach US Government Request for Proposals (RFP’s).
Dates: Monday–Tuesday, August 18–19, 2025
Venue: Team Finland House, Porkkalankatu 1, Helsinki
Organized by: Business Finland’s GIPP 2 Project & ICE Pact Export Booster
This workshop is a continuation of the highly regarded session held in Helsinki on March 4, 2025. Developed at the request of industry stakeholders, this session offers a deeper dive into U.S. governmental acquisition protocols and best practices for Finnish companies seeking to succeed in the U.S. defense and maritime sectors.
The training will be led by Ness Sea Consulting (Seattle, WA), an expert in helping high-tech and maritime companies navigate U.S. government and commercial opportunities, with a focus on dual-use products and defense applications.
Finnish companies working in:
This workshop is designed for those aiming to understand U.S. governmental requirements for vendors, export controls, cybersecurity, contracting language, and market opportunities.
Included Services:
Participation Fee: €950 + 25.5% VAT per person
Your registration is binding. The event requires a minimum of 10 participants to take place. The participation fee will not exceed the above stated amount. If you are unable to attend, Business Finland will still invoice the participation fee; however, your spot may be transferred to a colleague from the same company.