NOTE has officially joined the Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association (SOFF) — an important step that reinforces our long‑term commitment to secure, high‑reliability electronics manufacturing for defence and security applications.
This membership supports our role in strengthening resilient supply chains and contributes to wider industry collaboration on total defence, cybersecurity, and supply preparedness.
According to NOTE’s official announcement, joining SOFF aligns directly with our mission to deliver secure, high‑quality electronics for critical applications where there is no margin for error. [finanznachrichten.de]
Why SOFF matters
SOFF is the national industry association representing companies that operate within Sweden’s security and defence sector. Its mission is to improve competitiveness, strengthen industrial capability, and support a robust Swedish and European total defence. [finanznachrichten.de]
The organisation brings together more than 400 companies and acts as a key platform for dialogue between industry, government and European institutions. [soff.se]
For NOTE, membership enables deeper engagement in discussions around:
- Secure manufacturing and information security
- Total defence and supply preparedness
- Cybersecurity and emerging technology requirements
These areas are increasingly critical as geopolitical conditions evolve and demand for secure, reliable electronics continues to grow.
A shared commitment to secure, high‑reliability electronics
In the press announcement, NOTE’s President and CEO, Johannes Lind‑Widestam, highlights the importance of this step for both NOTE and our customers:
“SOFF is a key platform for strategic collaboration within security and defence. Through our membership, we contribute with our expertise in secure electronics manufacturing, strengthening industrial capability for both NOTE and our customers.” [finanznachrichten.de]
SOFF’s Secretary General, Robert Limmergård, added:
“NOTE is a key player in secure electronics manufacturing for demanding applications. Their expertise strengthens resilient supply chains for security and defence.” [finanznachrichten.de]
This recognition reflects NOTE’s proven capability in security‑classified manufacturing, advanced electronics production, and long‑term partnerships across the defence sector.
Building resilient supply chains for Europe’s defence industry
SOFF’s role in Sweden and across Europe is becoming increasingly important.
Through its collaboration with organisations such as ASD (AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe), NIAG/PfP (NATO Industrial Advisory Group), and EU defence bodies, SOFF helps shape market conditions and strengthen Europe’s collective defence capability. [linkedin.com]
For NOTE, this membership:
- Enhances our contribution to European industrial resilience
- Supports customer programmes requiring secure, traceable, high‑reliability manufacturing
- Connects us with key stakeholders across the defence ecosystem
- Reinforces our position as a trusted partner in environments with stringent technical and security demands
Supporting customers in a more demanding environment
As defence and security requirements accelerate across Europe, electronics manufacturers must demonstrate:
- Strong information security
- Proven manufacturing quality
- Resilient and scalable supply capabilities
- Robust processes for classified production
NOTE already delivers in these areas — and SOFF membership further strengthens our ability to support customers who depend on reliable, secure electronics for mission‑critical applications.
About SOFF
The Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association (SOFF) represents companies operating in Sweden’s security and defence sector. Its mission is to strengthen the competitiveness of its members and support a robust Swedish and European total defence. [finanznachrichten.de]
Learn more at www.soff.se/en.