NATO HEIST workshop

Hybrid Space-Submarine Architecture Ensuring Infosec of Telecommunications

Blekinge Institute of Technology is proud to host the second workshop on the Hybrid Space-Submarine Architecture Ensuring Infosec of Telecommunications (HEIST) project on 16-17 January 2025 in Karlskrona, Sweden.

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the workshop on the following matters:

• Discuss initial needs and tech requirements for HEIST from operators, industry and academy.
• Discuss the future Test centre’s specifications.
• Explore types of situation awareness (related to SA Hub and subsea cables).
• Identify challenges and issues in the proposed solution.
• Foster mixed collaboration and new partnerships across industry, defence, government and academic entities.

The venue

The HEIST workshop takes place in Karlskrona, originally established as a dedicated naval base with a singular mission: safeguarding Sweden and ensuring open seas. While the mission has evolved over time, the commitment remains steadfast.

Today, it’s an entire city with world-class shipbuilders and cutting-edge technology that keeps people and society safe. Our goal is clear: to develop world-class technology that delivers unmatched capability, both above and below the water’s surface.

“I am honoured to invite you to a workshop on the HEIST project. With its historical roots in the marine field, Karlskrona is the perfect place to have these discussions.”

Henric Johnson
Vice-Chancellor, Blekinge Institute of Technology

Preliminary Agenda    About the Project    Travel and accomodation