BTH AND NATO ARE BUILDING THE INTERNET OF THE FUTURE

The pioneering project spans the next 2.5 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.
Henric Johnson

President, BTH

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 Professor 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,” Johnson explains.

Strategic Investments Boost Regional Development

The investments being made in Blekinge match those 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,” 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 President of BTH, Henric Johnson is leading the university’s participation in NATO’s project to safeguard internet communications against accidents and sabotage.