The Norwegian Ministry of Defence has awarded Watchbird AS a grant of 12,4 MNOK to accelerate the research and development of its next-generation sensor system for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threat detection. The funding is part of the government’s 2025 initiative to strengthen national defence technology capabilities and is allocated under the program; Support for the development of Norwegian Defence Technology.

Watchbird joined Free Ukraine on its 74th aid mission, donating vehicles, gear, and 900 SAFEgaiter facemasks for frontline testing by Ukrainian forces, including elite brigades and medics. A proud step in advancing Norwegian dual-use military tech.

From Tampa to D.C., the 2025 NADIC Roadshow connected Watchbird to key defence hubs to build bridges, share insights, and grow our U.S. network. Together with 8 fellow Norwegian defense innovators and under the guidance of NADIC we’ve taken important first steps toward our U.S. market entry.

In partnership with NGO “Fritt Ukraina,” Watchbird® is donating SAFEgaiter™ to Ukrainian troops for field testing at the front.

Watchbird strengthens its team with three new hires: Torstein Bjorå as Technical Manager to enhance project management, Anette Idland as Laboratory Engineer to advance MOF-based research, and Axel Krabberød as Operational Manager to drive operational excellence and global growth. Together, they bring expertise, passion, and commitment to Watchbird’s mission of medtech innovation and global impact.

Watchbird® has signed a pivotal offset and collaboration agreement with the German defence supplier Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft mbH (FFG). The agreement represents a significant step forward in advancing WB´s groundbreaking Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) sensor project .

Watchbird® to attend RDAX 2024 - Dragon Spear – CBRN. Showcasing innovations to protect frontline troops against CBRN threats. Contact Tor Helge Henry to meet us and learn how we "Detect to protect to stay operational."

FFI partners with Watchbird® in CBRN defense, enhancing troop protection and ensuring operational readiness through advanced monitoring and protective technologies.

H4A is a collaborative innovation program linking FFI, Innovation Norway, and BMNT Inc., helping Norwegian tech startups tackle shared U.S.-Norwegian defense issues using the H4D methodology, training, and U.S. networking.