BTH AND NATO: BUILDING THE INTERNET OF THE FUTURE
The pioneering project spans the next several years, with BTH (Blekinge Institute of Technology) President Henric Johnson explaining why BTH was chosen as Sweden’s sole participating university:
“We possess unique expertise directly relevant to these societal challenges. Additionally, our long-standing tradition in marine technology makes us particularly well-suited for this mission.”
International Collaboration with World-Leading Institutions
The project is led by Cornell University (USA) and brings together researchers from prestigious institutions including:
• Johns Hopkins University
• ETH Zürich
• Swedish Defence University
• Telecommunications companies
• Government representatives from multiple NATO countries
Innovation and commerce go hand in hand, and where academia plays a key role, we see the greatest successes. We can learn a lot from places like Silicon Valley and Boston. Here in Blekinge, we are at the center of industrial development. We have the ability to attract international talent and operate in both the industrial and academic worlds.
BTH – Leading Sweden’s Defense Innovation Ecosystem
BTH (Blekinge Institute of Technology) has already established itself as a leading force in Swedish defense innovation, which Vice-Chancellor Henric Johnson considers crucial for the project’s success.
“Our holistic approach is unique among Swedish universities. This enables us to collaborate effectively with both civilian and defense sector stakeholders to create groundbreaking infrastructure,” Henric Johnson explains.
Strategic Investments Boost Regional Development
The investments being made in Blekinge are similar in scope to those being made in northern Sweden, with academia playing a pivotal role in the region’s future development.
Innovation Hub Mirrors Global Success Stories
“Innovation and commerce go hand in hand, and we see the greatest successes where academia plays a key role. We can learn from places like Silicon Valley and Boston,” Henric Johnson states. “We’re at the heart of industrial development here in Blekinge. Our ability to attract international talent and work across both industrial and academic spheres sets us apart.”
As Vice- Chancellor of BTH, Henric Johnson is leading the university’s participation in NATO’s project to safeguard internet communications against accidents and sabotage.