10 Jul 2025 Estonia’s Prime Minister on Official Visit to DOK-ING: A Step Toward Stronger EU Defence

FROM MILITARY ENGINEERING TO EMERGENCY-RESPONSE UNMANNED SYSTEMS, DOK-ING’S INNOVATIONS REFLECT THE SHARED VISION OF CROATIA AND ESTONIA FOR A STRONGER EUROPE

Zagreb, July 9, 2025 – As part of an official three-day visit to Zagreb, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal, accompanied by a high-level delegation of government officials, state institutions, and leading Estonian technology companies, visited Croatia’s leading high-tech company, DOK‑ING.

DOK‑ING, an innovation hub specialised in the development of unmanned systems, presented its latest platforms for military and crisis operations, including the Komodo platform and CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear) systems.

The delegation expressed strong interest in cooperating with DOK‑ING on joint projects involving unmanned systems. The Estonian company Vegvisir, part of the official delegation and already a DOK-ING partner, expressed additional interest in deepening its collaboration.

“The similarities between Croatia and Estonia are quite clear, we are both small countries competing on the global market, capable of winning through innovation, research and development, with a necessity to work much smarter to stay competitive. That’s exactly what DOK‑ING is doing. DOK-ING representatives stated that they wish to attend Defence Week in Estonia to further deepen their contacts. I know they’re already working with two or three Estonian companies, so I’d say they’re clearly on the right track and doing a great job,” said Prime Minister Michal during the visit.

Croatian-Estonian cooperation holds potential to strengthen European defence and security capabilities in a time of global uncertainty, contributing to peace, stability, and technological self-sufficiency.

“This visit highlights the strategic orientation toward technological defence cooperation within the EU and NATO, with full synergy between Croatia and Estonia in building a safer and more innovative European Union. DOK‑ING made its most significant technological breakthrough with the development of unmanned modular platforms, a capability that enables multiple applications in areas such as critical infrastructure protection, mobility and counter-mobility, and combat support. Within 12 to 16 months, we will present an even more advanced system, and we are also developing new solutions with our industrial partners,” explained Gordan Pešić, CEO of DOK‑ING Security and Defense, noting that DOK‑ING holds a unique position in the European market due to its use of European components and supply chains.

In today’s unstable geopolitical context, these technologies represent a strategic asset for Estonia, which shares common security and defence interests with Croatia.

The visit affirmed the shared vision of Croatia and Estonia for the development of European defence capabilities, with a focus on innovative technology and increased defence spending in line with NATO plans. Estonia plans to raise its defence budget to 5.4% of GDP, while Croatia aims to reach 3% by 2030.

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DOK-ING is a global leader in heavy-duty robotic systems, specialising in military engineering, CBRNe, counterterrorism, emergency response, and underground mining. Headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia, DOK-ING operates across more than 40 countries, delivering innovative, autonomous solutions to enhance operational safety and efficiency. By integrating cutting-edge technology with real-world applications, DOK-ING remains at the forefront of industry advancements, safeguarding lives and critical infrastructure worldwide.