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Enabling growth and compliance in the Baltic defence and security sector

Europe’s defence landscape is evolving rapidly. Enhanced NATO coordination, new investment cycles and growing demand for secure supply chains are reshaping how companies in the Baltic region design, produce and trade strategic goods.

This evolution takes place in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, including export control regimes, procurement rules, investment screening, and multi-layered EU funding mechanisms. With offices in Riga, Tallinn and Vilnius, Rödl & Partner Baltics collaborates with defence and dual-use industry participants to help them navigate this environment by combining legal, tax and financial expertise to

support compliant growth and facilitate crossborder cooperation.

Navigating regulation and export control

European and national frameworks governing sensitive technologies have become more stringent in recent years. Compliance with EU Dual-Use Regulation, national export control laws and sector-specific certification requirements has become a precondition for international trade. Rödl & Partner assists companies in establishing internal control systems, conducting supplier due diligence procedures and maintaining documentation to secure the necessary authorisations while safeguarding business continuity.

Procurement and participation in public tenders

For manufacturers and service providers in the Baltic region, participation in state and NATO procurement programmes can unlock new markets while also involving strict formal requirements.

Rödl & Partner’s legal and tax specialists assist with bid preparation, consortium structuring and contract implementation in line with Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian and NATO procurement standards.

The team also advises participants in European Defence Fund (EDF) projects on eligibility, financial reporting, and audit obligations.

Financial and tax structure under scrutiny

Defence-related projects frequently span multiple jurisdictions and involve various partners and audit layers. Transparent financial structures and consistent reporting are essential for maintaining the trust of investors and regulators. Rödl & Partner offers tax planning for cross-border projects, audit and assurance services, and due diligence support for investors entering the sector, ensuring that accounting and cost-reporting frameworks align with EU and NATO program expectations.

Contracts, corporate law and intellectual property

Clear contracts are crucial in the intricate collaboration between private industry, research institutions, and public bodies.

Rödl & Partner offers guidance on corporate structures that meet certification requirements and draft or review contracts related to technology transfer, licensing, intellectual property rights, and joint ventures, ensuring innovation is protected while adhering to national security restrictions.

Accessing EU funding and R&D incentives

Baltic defence and technology companies are increasingly involved in EU and national support programmes such as the European Defence Fund (EDF), Horizon Europe, and InvestEU. Rödl & Partner assists in aligning project structures with programme rules, prepares costeligibility documentation, and supports compliance throughout the funding lifecycle – from application to post-grant reporting and audit.

A multidisciplinary perspective

With expertise in legal, tax, audit, and business-process advisory, Rödl & Partner is well-equipped to offer integrated support to regulated sectors.

The Baltic offices collaborate with their European counterparts to maintain consistent standards, facilitate early risk detection, and ensure a cohesive approach to compliance.

Balancing innovation and accountability

The expansion of the defence and security ecosystem in the Baltics hinges on the trust established among companies, regulators, and international partners.

By combining regional insights with global advisory expertise, Rödl & Partner helps organisations navigate within clear legal and financial boundaries while striving for technological and industrial progress.

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Kristine Zvejniece-Taurene

Senior Lawyer, Partner, Head of the Consulting Department

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