FMV Assigned to Protect Sensitive Technology

The government has tasked the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) in implementing measures to protect technology with strategic significance for total defence. FMV is to analyse vulnerabilities in supply chains and counter improper technology transfer.

In a new assignment, FMV, in collaboration with the Swedish Armed Forces (Försvarsmakten) and the Swedish Defence Research Agency (Totalförsvarets forskningsinstitut, FOI), will focus on technology deemed strategically important for Sweden's security. The assignment includes risk analyses, method development, and measures to identify and manage vulnerabilities in defence materiel supply chains.

The government particularly highlights the need to prevent sensitive technology from being transferred to actors who might exploit it in ways that threaten national interests. FMV is also to enhance the use of data-driven tools in its analytical work.

– Secure access to groundbreaking technology is a cornerstone of our national security. The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration is tasked with strengthening protection against improper technology transfer and securing supply chains. This is a necessary step for Sweden's security and competitiveness, says Defence Minister Pål Jonson, in the press release.

The work is intended to support Sweden's overarching direction in national security and economic resilience, linked to ongoing investments in technological innovation capability in the defence sector.

An initial report on measures and assessed needs is to be submitted to the Ministry of Defence by April 2026. Thereafter, FMV is to report its work annually within the framework of the regular annual report.