Leonardo Acquires Swedish Cybersecurity Firm Axiomatics

Leonardo has acquired Sweden-based cybersecurity firm Axiomatics AB, strengthening its global presence in the Zero Trust security domain and expanding its network of international digital security investments.

Zero Trust is a cybersecurity model that requires continuous verification of all users and devices before granting access, based on the principle of “never trust, always verify.”

Announced on 9 July, the deal is part of Leonardo’s broader strategy to grow its proprietary cybersecurity portfolio and enhance its role in securing digital infrastructure across critical sectors worldwide.

Axiomatics, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stockholm, also has operations in North America. The company provides dynamic access control solutions based on the Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) model—a core component of Zero Trust cybersecurity architecture.

Leonardo stated that the acquisition enhances the capabilities of its Global Cybersecurity Platform by enabling cyber observability—a comprehensive view of digital environments that helps anticipate and counter advanced cyber threats.

The acquisition follows Leonardo’s recent cybersecurity initiatives in the Nordic region, including a partnership with Danish firm Arbit for secure data transmission, the purchase of a 24.55% stake in Finland’s SSH Communications Security Corporation, and an investment in Swedish start-up CanaryBit, which specializes in AI and confidential computing.

Completion of the Axiomatics acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals, including a review by Swedish authorities overseeing foreign investment in the defence sector.

With this move, Leonardo continues to expand its footprint in the global cybersecurity market, targeting defence, government, and infrastructure clients requiring dynamic, high-assurance access control solutions.

Leonardo was advised by PwC throughout the transaction process.