Maritime ISR in the Baltics: Lessons from Commodore (Ret.) Jüri Saska on Capability, Integration, and Innovation

Maritime ISR in the Baltics: Lessons from Commodore (Ret.) Jüri Saska on Capability, Integration, and Innovation

In this exclusive Defence iQ interview, Commodore (Ret.) Jüri Saska, former Commander of the Estonian Navy, shares unique insights on the demands of maritime ISR in the Baltic region. He reflects on capability gaps facing smaller navies, the lessons learned from integrating Estonia’s naval and border guard fleets, and the future of mine warfare in contested waters.

Commodore Saska also explores the role of private sector innovation, the integration of space and cyber with traditional platforms, and the challenges of countering grey zone threats. Drawing on three decades of leadership, he also reveals the reforms he is most proud of and why allied cooperation remains the cornerstone of security in the region.

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