Finnish defense technology company Sensofusion has acquired aircraft manufacturer Atol Aviation, gaining production facilities and expertise to develop air-to-ground surveillance systems for counter-drone operations.
The deal, announced on April 2, 2026, in Helsinki, integrates Atol Aviation’s operations at a former Finnish Air Force base in Halli. Atol Aviation, founded in 2021 as Scandinavian Seaplanes Oy and employing 18 people in 2025, produces the Atol Aurora amphibious aircraft and the Atol Protector, designed for military and authority use with surveillance capabilities.
Sensofusion, established in 2016, specializes in drone detection, signals intelligence, and countermeasures through its Airfence product family, used by military and security customers globally. The acquisition enables aircraft-mounted sensor systems that cover wider areas than ground-based alternatives, particularly in challenging terrains.
Sensofusion intends to start production of new products at the Halli facility, expand operations, and hire additional staff, with further details planned for June 2026. Tuomas Rasila, Sensofusion founder and CEO, noted that many Airfence customers already use the systems on helicopters, aircraft, and drones, emphasizing superior aerial detection of radio transmitters. Anssi Rekula, Atol Aviation founder and CEO, highlighted synergies in Finnish engineering and manufacturing. The purchase price was not disclosed.