Defence and security

Mobile Aircraft Hangar 

Client

Finnish Defence Forces

Location

Northern Europe

Year

2014– continues

The challenge

The mission was to create a mobile hangar solution for the NH90 helicopter to be used in times of peace and crises, domestically and internationally, where ever needed to support helicopter operations.

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Tommi Kasanen CEO

KT-Shelters system has passed Finnish Defence Forces’ strict quality requirements

KT-Shelter developed a tailor-made mobile shelter system for the Finnish Defence Forces, evolving the concept from initial prototype to full operational delivery. The solution was created in response to strict requirements, as no comparable product existed on the international market.

The delivery included shelters with integrated containers for military use, assembly equipment, and a full set of operational accessories. These included heaters, inner-liners, generators, lighting systems, as well as delivery, assembly, disassembly, training, and maintenance services.

The system was built to meet three critical criteria: mobility, autonomy, and durability. It had to function as an efficient logistical facility, be independently deployable with a small team, and withstand extreme weather — from Arctic cold to desert heat.

Since this mission, KT-Shelter has become a trusted long-term supplier to the Finnish Defence Forces, supporting operations across varying conditions and mission profiles.


KT-Shelter can be assembled with common hand tools, which is especially important when operating away from the normal bases in temporary locations. In addition to simple assembly also transportation is made easy. The shelter is delivered in shipping containers that can be shipped around the world by land, sea or air. Overall, our experience of KT-Shelter has been only positive.

Finnish Defence Forces


Share your challenge and let us solve it for you

We offer turn-key, individually designed sheltering solutions with lease options that includes logistics, assemble, disassembly and maintenance services. The shelters withstands extreme weather conditions and can be rapidly deployed, assembled and disassembled without the need for scaffolding or groundwork. Just tell us your needs and we’ll tell you what’s the right solution.