Lars Aagaard

Resilience is not just about defence – it’s also about building a stronger society and economy Today, my op-ed was published in Jyllands-Posten with a clear message: security is not a cost – it’s the foundation for Denmark’s future strength. As Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen recently underlined, Denmark is being targeted by hybrid attacks. The question is no longer if, but when the next one comes whether it is through drones or cyber-attacks. Denmark was among the first countries to digitalise — giving us a head start. But early leadership also means parts of our infrastructure are now first-generation and increasingly vulnerable to evolving hybrid threats. We must act now, and I’m calling for the Minister for Resilience and Preparedness, Torsten Schack Pedersen, to bring together public and private actors across sectors responsible for critical infrastructure, so we can coordinate efforts and strengthen our national resilience. Under Denmark’s new NATO agreement, we will invest 5% of GDP annually by 2035, including 1.5% for defence and security-related initiatives. This is a historic opportunity to reinforce our digital backbone – the infrastructure that keeps our society running. Just as schools were once designed to serve as hospitals in times of crisis, today’s investments in cybersecurity and digital infrastructure must provide security in crisis and value in peace. Now is the time to launch a second wave of digitalisation – upgrading our foundations, increasing robustness, and freeing resources for welfare, innovation, and competitiveness. If we invest wisely, Denmark can become one of Europe’s most resilient and innovative societies. Because resilience isn’t just an expense – it’s a strategic advantage in an uncertain world. 👉 Read the full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/egG6qemK

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We’re working with Terma Group to support Denmark’s defence industry objectives and will explore the next chapter in our collaboration if Denmark selects the P-8 Poseidon for its maritime patrol aircraft requirement. As Denmark and NATO are facing increasingly complex military and security threats, we recognise the importance of resilience in the industrial base. That’s why it was fantastic to be beside @ThomasFlarup and the Terma team at DALO Industry Days, to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that will build on the long-standing partnership between our companies, focused on support and sustainment capabilities for the #P8 aircraft. Our partnerships across Europe, including with Terma, are critical to building the local industrial capabilities required by our customers. You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/eDkhzAxT

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I have shared my thoughts with Computerworld Danmark on employee retention and how we at KMD create a place people want to stay.   More and more colleagues choose to continue their journey with us, and that brings stability to the benefit of our teams and customers. Together with new talent who add fresh perspectives, this balance enables us to develop IT solutions that make a real difference in society.   One reason colleagues choose to stay is that we actively listen. Every single week, we ask our 2,800 employees how they're doing and what we can do to improve their wellbeing and motivation. This gives leaders early insights that make it possible to address issues before they turn into reasons for leaving.   Some colleagues will still move on to new challenges. That is a natural part of a dynamic labor market. We make sure to part on good terms and to learn from every transition. Link to the article here (in Danish) https://lnkd.in/dhUEuerx

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Heimstaden Bostad AB has priced EUR 500 million in green bonds. The bond is a green senior unsecured fixed rate note with a maturity of 5.5 years and a coupon of 3.75%. Proceeds will finance and refinance projects that strengthen energy efficiency and sustainability across our portfolio, in line with our Green Bond Framework (2023), which has been positively reviewed by Morningstar Sustainalytics, a leading independent provider of ESG research and ratings. This underlines our commitment to sustainable financing and energy-efficient buildings across our portfolio. Link to the full press release in the comments ⬇️ #Heimstaden #sustainability #greenbonds #pressrelease #esgrating

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We are pleased to announce the official launch of Career Compass, a Nordplus Horizontal project led by Aalborg Institute for Development in partnership with What The Finland (Finland) and VšĮ Inovacijų biuras / Innovation Office (Lithuania). The project addresses a pressing challenge in the Nordic-Baltic region: many young migrant workers (aged 16–30) remain in low-skilled employment without access to education and skills training. This limits both their career prospects and the ability of labor markets to respond to the growing demand for skilled workers. Over the next year, Career Compass will: ✔ Conduct in-depth research on structural barriers in Denmark, Finland, and Lithuania ✔ Engage stakeholders including policymakers, labour organisations, and education providers ✔ Produce an evidence-based policy report with practical recommendations Our shared objective is to inform policy and promote systemic solutions that improve access to vocational education and create fairer career pathways for young migrant workers. We look forward to contributing to policy dialogue and sharing our findings with stakeholders across the region. Rasa Zilione Kristina Lillqvist

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