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Our dedicated defence and security team provides expert advice to companies and institutions operating in the defence and security sector. We represent a broad range of clients in the sector, including developers of security information and communication systems, aircraft manufacturers, ammunition and weapon system manufacturers and drone and satellite companies, as well as investors and financial institutions, both in Denmark and abroad.
Our team comprises attorneys who have extensive knowledge of and experience in the defence and security sector. Our specialists are hand-picked from a variety of disciplines to ensure that we can provide the sector-specific advice it demands.
Many of our attorneys have extensive experience working in the central administration, including at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Justice and the Prime Minister’s Office.
Furthermore, the team has experience with tender processes and negotiations with the Ministry of Defence’s Acquisition and Logistics Organisation, EIFO and the Ministry of Finance. This gives the team an in-depth understanding of public law regulations and significant practical experience in handling cases at the intersection of public and private law. This experience also includes regulatory reviews and investigations.
Gorrissen Federspiel is recognised for its strong sector focus. Our team stays up to date with market trends and regulations to provide our clients with the highest quality advice. As a member of the Danish Chamber of Commerce’s Defence Network, Danish Industry’s Defence & Security and Interforce Denmark, we actively engage in the sector and regularly participate in conferences and events.
Our defence and security team also cooperates closely with our Greenland Desk on matters relating to the Arctic and the North Atlantic.
The defence and security sector is currently characterised by geopolitical changes, technological development and increased regulatory requirements for export control, sanctions and compliance. This creates a new and complex landscape for those operating within the sector. At the same time, innovation and strategic partnerships are opening up new opportunities in areas such as defence technology and external financing.
As legal and strategic advisers, we ensure that our clients navigate the regulatory environment safely and achieve a strong market position. Our services include advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, purchase/sales agreements, financing for public tenders, export control and IP rights, as well as dispute resolution.
Our team of specialists provides the best possible support to our clients by providing expert advice on a range of legal issues, including drafting and negotiating contracts with the Danish Armed Forces, navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the defence sector and advising on strategic partnerships.
We can assist your business at every stage of its development, allowing you to focus on running and growing your business in a rapidly evolving market.