# Norwegian NORDSEC and French EDEN sign cooperation agreement

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- Published: 2026-11-11
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- Primary source: https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/nordsec-and-eden-strengthen-norwegian-french-defence-cooperation
- Tags: nordsec, eden cluster, norway, france, european defence week, defence industry, security industry

The Norwegian defence industry cluster NORDSEC and the French EDEN Cluster have signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation between Norwegian and French defence and security industry. The agreement was signed in Paris in connection with European Defence Week.

[According to](https://www.nordsec-cluster.no/en/news/nordsec-and-eden-strengthen-norwegian-french-defence-cooperation) NORDSEC, the agreement covers knowledge exchange, joint projects and meeting platforms for companies in the defence and security sector.

EDEN was founded in 2008 and today brings together over 280 French small and medium-sized enterprises in the defence and security industry.

As a first step, a visit by a French industry delegation to Norway is planned for 2027, followed by a return visit by Norwegian representatives to France in 2028.

The agreement was signed by NORDSEC's senior adviser Ebbe Deraas and Jean-Luc Logel from EDEN. According to [EDEN Cluster](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7525838043937808384/), Norway's ambassador to France and France's ambassador to Norway also attended the ceremony.

## FAQ

**What does the memorandum of understanding between NORDSEC and EDEN Cluster entail?**

The agreement covers knowledge exchange, joint projects and meeting platforms for companies in the defence and security sector. EDEN Cluster was founded in 2008 and brings together over 280 French small and medium-sized defence enterprises, while NORDSEC represents Norwegian defence industry. The purpose is to strengthen Norwegian-French defence cooperation. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-11.

**What planned activities are included in the cooperation between NORDSEC and EDEN?**

As a first step, a visit by a French industry delegation to Norway is planned during 2027. This will be followed by a Norwegian return visit to France in 2028. The activities aim to build on the newly signed memorandum of understanding between the clusters. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-11.

**Who signed the agreement between NORDSEC and EDEN, and where did the ceremony take place?**

The agreement was signed by NORDSEC's senior adviser Ebbe Deraas and Jean-Luc Logel from EDEN Cluster. The ceremony took place in Paris in connection with European Defence Week. According to EDEN Cluster, Norway's ambassador to France and France's ambassador to Norway were also present. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-11.

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