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Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse
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Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse

Danish Ministry of Defence agency that buys and maintains the armed forces' equipment.

On 22 September 2026, Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse ordered more XENTA-M5 drone-detection radars. The Danish defence agency buys and maintains equipment for the armed forces.

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Timeline for Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse

#18 15 Sept

Filed a no-competition notice for anti-drone shotguns

Drones: Industry & Defence: Denmark orders €13.3m in drone shotguns
#12 24 Aug

Recorded separate contract decisions

Autonomous Systems: Land & Sea: Denmark splits one ship, two subsea deals
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Background

Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse, known as FMI, is the Danish Ministry of Defence agency responsible for acquiring and sustaining military equipment. Its work spans procurement, maintenance, logistics and disposal for Denmark's defence establishment.

The agency turns defence requirements into equipment contracts and support arrangements. Its September 2026 radar order illustrates its role in buying specialist systems for Danish forces.

FMI also records procurement for maritime equipment, including autonomous and remotely operated subsea systems. Its importance lies in making equipment available and supportable across the defence ministry.

Common Questions
What is FMI in Danish defence?
FMI, Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse, is the Danish defence ministry's agency for buying and maintaining military equipment. In English it is called DALO.Source: fmn.dk
Is DALO the same as FMI?
Yes. DALO, the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation, is the English name for Forsvarsministeriets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse.Source: Weibel Scientific release, 5 December 2025
What anti-drone equipment is Denmark buying in 2026?
FMI gave notice on 15 September 2026 of a €13.3 million direct purchase of anti-drone shotguns and ammunition, and on 22 September ordered more Weibel XENTA-M5 radars.Source: TED notice 635288-2026
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