Full-system expertise for
demanding conditions
Fortaco Defense delivers complex, high-tech solutions for defense clients worldwide. With a proven track record and a long history in the defense sector dating back to 1943, we serve OEMs as a trusted manufacturing and R&D partner. Our business sites in Europe are well positioned to reach defense sector customers.
Defense brochureReliable solutions for global OEMs
We apply full-system expertise gained in the private sector to meet the rigorous defense-sector requirements of safety, quality, supply management, and security compliance. Our customized services are designed for demanding environments worldwide.
80+ years
Experience in defense manufacturing
AQAP-2110
Certification
manufactured by Fortaco
Advanced defense expertise
Fortaco combines manufacturing excellence, engineering know-how and system technology. We ensure assignment readiness and compliance with military standards. Since entering the defense sector in 1943, Fortaco has expanded its scope of items to a wide range of solutions, including cabins, high-performance steel fabricated components, from armoured component structures to complex sub-assemblies.
We provide
Cabins: Fortaco offers the whole integrated solution, combining cabin hardware and customer-specific applications, including control systems.
Steel Fabrications: We produce complete small and large welded steel structures, chassis, frames, and bodies.
Module Assemblies: We provide a dedicated production area for the manufacturing of suspension frames, including welding, painting, and the module assembly of brake systems, gearbox and wheel hubs for the suspension frame.
Vehicle Assemblies: Our defense offerings also include full vehicle assemblies and assembled systems.
We provide:
Cabins: Fortaco offers the whole integrated solution, combining cabin hardware and customer-specific applications, including control systems.
Steel Fabrications: We produce complete small and large welded steel structures, chassis, frames, and bodies.
Module Assemblies: We provide a dedicated production area for the manufacturing of suspension frames, including welding, painting, and the module assembly of brake systems, gearbox and wheel hubs for the suspension frame.
Vehicle Assemblies: Our defense offerings also include full vehicle assemblies and assembled systems.
Fully compliant
business partner
Our defense operations follow strict requirements of safety, quality and compliance. Business Site Kurikka in Finland meets the requirements of Nato AQAP-2110 certificate, NATO’s quality standard for suppliers in the defense sector. This certification is awarded when processes, products, and quality meet the highest international requirements for military use.
Download AQAP-2110 certificate
Why Choose Fortaco Defense
Choosing Fortaco Defense means choosing reliability, compliance and innovations. With more than eighty years of proven expertise, certified quality and a secure European production footprint, we deliver solutions that meet the highest standards and support end-customers in the most demanding environments.
Certified Quality: Products built according to international standards.
Full Manufacturing Responsibility: From engineering to assembly and testing.
Proven Track Record: Defense sector partner since 1943.
Supply Security: Reliable deliveries from multiple European business sites.
Innovations: Fortaco’s technology and durable materials.
Compliant Partner: AQAP-2110 certificate at Business Site Kurikka and dedicated production facilities.
Certified Quality: Products built according to international standards.
Full Manufacturing Responsibility: From engineering to assembly and testing.
Proven Track Record: Defense sector partner since 1943.
Supply Security: Reliable deliveries from multiple European business sites.
Innovations: Fortaco’s technology and durable materials.
Compliant Partner: AQAP-2110 certificate at Business Site Kurikka and dedicated production facilities.
Beowulf amphibious
vehicle
Cabins designed & manufactured by Fortaco
Beowulf is an articulated dual-body, amphibious vehicle with
well-proven technology that is designed to provide total
operational support where other vehicles cannot. The vehicle is
an integrated solution, combining cabin hardware and control
systems and mission-specific applications.
Front and rear cabins are tailor-made according to customer’s requirements. Fortaco is responsible for meeting the stringent performance requirements in extreme weather conditions, mobility in water, compliance with air transportation regulations and many others.
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our offerings and connect with the right expert for your needs.
Got Questions? Find the right expert for your needs.
Contact usFortaco manufactures cabins, welded steel structures, chassis, frames and assemblies, as well as sub-systems for defense vehicles.
We ensure quality and compliance through structured management systems that are fully auditable and certified to relevant ISO standards, including ISO 9001 and NATO AQAP requirements such as AQAP 2110. Our systems focus on full traceability, controlled and validated processes, thorough inspection and testing, and strict compliance with contractual, regulatory, and security requirements. Compliance is maintained through continuous monitoring, regular audits, and ongoing improvement.
Fortaco serves defense customers at our business sites in Europe.
Yes. Fortaco works with OEMs in both manufacturing and product development projects, providing engineering support alongside production and assembly services.
We ensure compliance with defense‑related security requirements across information, facilities, technology, personnel and environment through clear guidelines, robust infrastructure, and risk management.
With multiple sites in the EU, Fortaco offers supply security, flexibility and the ability to support industrial cooperation requirements.
