A partnership aimed at upskilling Europe’s Defence Sector
Overview
The School of Information Operations (SOIO) is a leading provider of, high-impact defence training and education in domains such as Electronic Warfare, Cyber Operations, Military UAS, and Hybrid Warfare. With a strong foundation in the Indo-Pacific, SOIO partnered with Westberi Consulting to expand its reach into Europe—where demand for agile, multi-domain training is surging.
Together, SOIO and Westberi are helping defence organisations across Europe upskill and reskill their personnel to meet the challenges of modern conflict and hybrid threats.
The Challenge
European defence institutions are under pressure to modernise rapidly. From cyber resilience to information warfare, the skills required are evolving faster than traditional training pipelines can adapt. SOIO needed a trusted partner to:
- Navigate complex European defence ecosystems
- Localise training content for cultural and operational relevance
- Establish credibility with military institutions and industry stakeholders
Westberi’s Role: Strategic Assessment
Westberi began by evaluating SOIO’s course offerings against European defence priorities, NATO standards, and operational gaps. This provided a clear roadmap for market entry and curriculum alignment.
Market Access & Representation
Leveraging its network across Scandinavia and Poland, Westberi introduced SOIO to key defence clusters, embassies, and procurement bodies. This included participation in roundtables, expos, and embassy-hosted briefings.
Course Localisation & Delivery
Westberi supported the adaptation of SOIO’s training for European audiences, integrating modules like Electronic Warfare. These courses were tailored to meet NATO standards and regional defence norms.
The Impact
- Expanded Presence: SOIO can now delivers courses across multiple European countries, with growing demand from defence institutions and private sector integrators
- Operational Relevance: Training is aligned with NATO doctrine, hybrid warfare strategies, and real-world mission needs
- Scalable Growth: With Westberi’s support, SOIO is building strategic partnerships and expanding into new verticals including space operations and counter-UAS
- Trusted Collaboration: Defence organisations view SOIO as a credible, agile partner for workforce development
What This Means for Europe
SOIO’s presence—enabled by Westberi—is helping defence organisations across Europe build future-ready teams. From warfighters to innovators, personnel are gaining the skills to operate effectively in complex, multi-domain environments.
“Westberi helped us speak the language of European defence—literally and strategically. Their insight and access have been game-changing.”
SOIO CEO Glenn Murray