AOC Europe 2026 will be held on 19–21 May at Messukeskus Helsinki. We will be participating as an exhibitor at booth 5q15, showcasing ODU military connector solutions.
Date and venue
- 19–21 May 2026
- Expo open 20–21 May, 8:30–17:00
- Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre, Sähkölehto at booth 5q15
- Registration fee: €70 (Expo Only registration, lectures not included)
ODU connector solutions on display at AOC Europe
At our booth, we will be presenting ODU military-grade connectors designed for demanding field conditions. ODU’s military connector solutions stand out in three key ways:
- up to 70% less weight compared to conventional solutions
- reliable functionality under extreme operating conditions, with protection against pressure and vibration or water
- designed for intuitive handling even when impaired by equipment such as gloves or other field gear
The connectors are suitable for military land platforms, unmanned systems, wearables for soldiers, and customized solutions for special applications.
In line with the theme of the event, we are putting a special focus on ODU’s fiber optic connectors. Fiber optic is immune to electromagnetic interference, making it a valuable choice for secure, high-performance communications in defense environments. ODU’s Expanded Beam Performance technology enables reliable data transmission even under demanding conditions and repeated mating cycles. The ODU AMC® Series T, designed for military and security applications, combines this with a rugged, field-ready structure and a 3-in-1 locking principle – Push-Pull, Break-Away, and Thread-Lock – to suit different operational needs.
Sähkölehto experts on site
At our booth you will find connector specialists Miikka Laukkanen, Kimmo Samppa, and Jesse Heinänen, who have hands-on experience from defence sector connector projects in the Finnish and Baltic markets. They understand the requirements that demanding applications place on connector solutions and can help you find the right one.
Come and talk to us at booth 5q15!
What is AOC?
Association of Old Crows is an international non-profit professional organisation focused on electronic warfare and electromagnetic spectrum operations in the defence environment. The name dates back to the Second World War, when Allied radar countermeasure operators – originally known as “ravens” – earned the informal nickname “crows” through military jargon. Today, AOC brings together experts from armed forces, government agencies, industry, and research from around the world.
AOC Europe – The Event
AOC Europe is an annual international symposium and exhibition travelling to a different European city each year, focusing on electronic warfare (EW) and electromagnetic spectrum operations in the defence environment – in other words, how armed forces use, protect, and disrupt radio frequencies and signals. The programme consists of presentations, panel discussions, and a two-day expo hall. The theme of the 2026 event is Re-Arming Europe for Electromagnetic Spectrum Superiority.
This year, AOC Europe comes to Helsinki – a convenient opportunity for Finnish and Baltic defence professionals to attend a major international EW event. The exhibition area is open Wednesday and Thursday, covering halls 4 and 5 at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre, the same venue that hosted the SecD-Day event in 2025.
Who attends AOC Europe?
AOC Europe brings together acquisition officials, MOD staff, military EW and SIGINT programme managers, operational command staff, national intelligence organisations, EW system manufacturers, and professionals in training, maintenance, and logistics.
If your work involves the electromagnetic spectrum, electronic warfare, or defence procurement – this is the event for you. Welcome!
This event requires paid registration:
Event website: AOC Europe
Floor plan & Exhibitors: AOC Europe 2026 | Floor Plan