Timo Pesonen
Lobbying Activity
Meeting with Aercap Holdings NV
29 Sept 2025 · Presentation AerCap views.
Meeting with Nokia
23 Sept 2025 · Follow up on current issues
Meeting with ICEYE Oy
23 Jun 2025 · To follow up on current issues.
Meeting with Invest Europe
26 May 2025 · To follow up on current issues.
Meeting with Bundesverband der Deutschen Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie e. V.
20 Mar 2025 · To follow up on current issues.
Meeting with Leonardo S.p.A.
28 Jan 2025 · Meeting on the side of Space Conference - discussion on space industrial strategy.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
28 Jan 2025 · Meeting on the side of Space Conference - discussion on space industrial sreategy.
Meeting with SAFRAN
28 Jan 2025 · Meeting on the side of Space Conference - discussion on space industrial strategy.
Meeting with THALES
28 Jan 2025 · Meeting on the side of Space Conference - discussion on EU space programmes.
Meeting with Progressive Policy Institute
6 Dec 2024 · Courtesy meeting to introduce the work of PPI in the US, in Europe and Ukraine as well as share some thoughts on the transatlantic challenges ahead following the recent US Presidential election.
Meeting with Diehl Stiftung Co. KG
4 Dec 2024 · Exchange of views on current European defense and security topics
Meeting with SAFRAN
20 Nov 2024 · Meeting to discuss the EU defence programs and new initiatives.
Meeting with Indra
19 Nov 2024 · Courtesy meeting to present Indra's strategic plan 2024-26.
Meeting with Kongsberg Defence Aerospace AS
18 Nov 2024 · Meeting to discuss the importance of EU instruments where NO is associated, such as EDF.
Meeting with Airbus
26 Sept 2024 · Exchange of views on EU Space programmes.
Meeting with European Space Policy Institute
9 Sept 2024 · Meeting to discuss on how ESPI could support the European space policy and on the role of the Commission in the new institutional setup.
Meeting with Fortum Oyj
5 Sept 2024 · Exchange of views on the new Commission’s work programme and the initiatives to boost the EU’s overall preparedness, to explore the role of energy companies in the overall energy security framework.
Meeting with OHB
4 Jul 2024 · Exchange of views on EU Space programme (Galileo, Copernicus, SSA) and EDF.
Meeting with Elisa Oyj
11 Jun 2024 · Courtesy meeting on the the current matters related to policies in the telecommunications domain.
Meeting with Nokia
31 May 2024 · Courtesy meeting on the EU approach on defence sector.
Meeting with MBDA
10 Apr 2024 · Courtesy meeting to touch on the latest development such as EDIS/EDIP, Ukraine, and MBDA positions.
Meeting with Airbus
8 Apr 2024 · Informal meeting to discuss major challenges in EU defence and space policy and initiatives.
Meeting with SAFRAN
19 Mar 2024 · Meeting to exchange views on EU defence initiatives.
Meeting with General Electric Company
19 Mar 2024 · Meeting to discuss the latest updates on GE Aerospace’s efforts in EDF as well as AZEA and discuss the EDIS package.
Meeting with Finnish Food and Drink Industries' Federation (Elintarviketeollisuusliitto ry)
24 Jan 2024 · Fact finding mission
Meeting with THALES
23 Jan 2024 · Exchange on key priorities for the year to come and beyond - meeting with Hervé Derrey - Deputy Director General of Thales Group
Meeting with Nokia
18 Jan 2024 · Meeting with Tuomas Korpela and Karol Mattila to discuss Defense, Space, Metaverse(s), Advanced Technologies, European Policies
Meeting with HISPASAT, S.A.
16 Jan 2024 · Meeting with the new President of Hispasat (Spanish Satelite operator) Mr. Pedro Duque, together with Mr. Miguel Ángel Panduro (CEO) and Ms Ana María Molina (Corporate Managing Director). The purpose of the visit is to introduce the new President
Meeting with Airbus
15 Dec 2023 · Review of EU space and defense topics in which ADS is interested or involved: EDF, EDIS/EDIP, Space law, EO datas, IRIS2
Meeting with Patria Oyj
1 Dec 2023 · Meeting with Patria's CEO Esa Rautalinko t discuss Defence initiatives
Meeting with SAFRAN
29 Nov 2023 · Meeting new DG Mr. Philippe Errera - to discuss major challenges in EU defence and space policy and initiatives
Meeting with KNDS France
17 Nov 2023 · Information exchange - on measures taken following war in Ukraine to increase production output in order to respond to crisis needs - meeting with Nicolas Chamussy
Meeting with Technology Industries of Finland (Teknologiateollisuus ry)
19 Oct 2023 · Meeting to discuss ways and means to enter defence industry value chains
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
20 Sept 2023 · Meeting with CEO Arianespace to discuss launchers
Meeting with Indra
20 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on the side of the visit to the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget).
Meeting with Leonardo S.p.A.
20 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on the side of the visit to the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget).
Meeting with THALES
20 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on the side of the visit to the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget).
Meeting with SAFRAN
20 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on the side of the visit to the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget).
Meeting with Elettronica
20 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on the side of the visit to the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget).
Meeting with MBDA
6 Jun 2023 · Exchange of views on current issues.
Meeting with Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe
29 Mar 2023 · Meeting to follow up on access to finance for the defence industry.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
22 Mar 2023 · Meeting to discuss on the industrial priorities at EU level for the short- to mid-term.
Meeting with Airbus
16 Feb 2023 · Meeting to discuss on EDIRPA & IRIS2.
Meeting with SAFRAN
6 Feb 2023 · Meeting organised to discuss on EDF, EDIRPA & SSSD.
Meeting with OHB
25 Jan 2023 · Meeting on the margins of the Space Conference to exchange views on launchers.
Meeting with THALES
25 Jan 2023 · Meeting on the margins of the Space Conference to exchange views on Galileo and Copernicus.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
24 Jan 2023 · Meeting on the margins of the Space Conference to exchange views on launchers.
Meeting with Eutelsat
16 Jan 2023 · Meeting to discuss on secure connectivity and Eutelsat's potential contributions to the IRIS2 initiative.
Meeting with General Electric Company
8 Nov 2022 · Exchange of views on EDF & AZEA.
Meeting with Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie e.V.
28 Oct 2022 · Exchange of views on Foreign direct investment, Secure Connectivity, critical raw materials and Security of Supply.
Meeting with Airbus
25 Oct 2022 · Exchange of views on Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation (AZEA).
Meeting with OHB
25 Oct 2022 · Meeting to discuss about launchers and protection of grounded satellites.
Meeting with KNDS Deutschland GmbH Co. KG
13 Oct 2022 · Introductory meeting to discuss about capability gaps and the concept of an European Armoury.
Meeting with Airbus
12 Oct 2022 · The meeting focused on defence issues as well as skills and raw materials.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
16 Sept 2022 · Follow-up meeting on Horizon Europe, Secure Connectivity and the way we do space business in Europe.
Meeting with Elisa Oyj
17 Jun 2022 · Exchange of views on European Digital Sovereignty, Cyber security issues, War in Ukraine and EU's economic resilience.
Meeting with THALES
8 Jun 2022 · Follow-up meeting to discuss on Horizon Europe, Space and Defence issues.
Meeting with KNDS France
3 May 2022 · Meeting to exchange views on Defence Package and recent European defence-relevant initiatives (EDF, industrial strategy, action plan synergies).
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
26 Jan 2022 · ArianeGroup presented Ariane 6 Evolution
Meeting with Airbus
26 Jan 2022 · Meeting on the margins of the Space Conference to exchange views on Galileo, EGNOS and Secure connectivity.
Meeting with OHB
25 Jan 2022 · Meeting to discuss on Copernicus continuation and evolution and Secure connectivity constellation programme.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
18 Jan 2022 · Meeting to exchange views on EU framework contract for launching needs of the EU Space Programme and the future Alliance for space launchers.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
14 Dec 2021 · Videoconference to exchange views on the preparation of the future for access to space and secure connectivity.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
1 Dec 2021 · Videoconference to follow up on the European defence industry.
Meeting with Rolls-Royce plc
24 Nov 2021 · Introductory meeting to exchange views on the EU defence market as regards engines and power plants in both naval and land systems sectors.
Meeting with Rasmussen Global
17 Nov 2021 · Meeting organised to discuss the EU’s forthcoming STM package.
Meeting with Leonardo S.p.A.
8 Nov 2021 · Meeting to exchange views on the implementation of EDF/EDIDP, the development of the space downstream sector, the zero emission aviation initiative and secure connectivity.
Meeting with THALES
18 Oct 2021 · Purpose of the meeting was to elaborate on general overview and discussions on European issues in space, update on the space market and EU programs (Copernicus, Galileo, Egnos, etc.), Future Flagships (Space Connectivity).
Meeting with WithSecure Corporation
8 Oct 2021 · Meeting to discuss on cyber security, cyber resilience act and EDF.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
16 Sept 2021 · The agenda of the meeting was related to Connectivity constellation and Horizon Europe.
Meeting with OHB
10 Sept 2021 · Meeting to discuss about current and upcoming EU space programmes and activities with OHB involvement.
Meeting with Académie de l'Air et de l'Espace
24 Jun 2021 · Videoconference to explain the purpose of the Alliance Zero Emission Aviation.
Meeting with Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales
3 Jun 2021 · Videoconference to exchange views on secure connectivity and Space summit.
Meeting with General Electric Company
7 May 2021 · Videoconference to exchange views on European Technological and Industrial Base, European technological excellence and sustainable aviation.
Meeting with ARIANEGROUP HOLDING
4 May 2021 · Video call to discuss on launchers.
Meeting with ICEYE Oy
4 May 2021 · Videoconference to discuss on space issues.
Meeting with HISPASAT, S.A.
26 Mar 2021 · Videoconference to discuss on secure connectivity.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
1 Mar 2021 · Videoconference to discuss the priorities for 2021 and the action plan on synergies.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
13 Jan 2021 · Video call organised in connection with the European Space Conference on space policy to discuss about industrial policy for space.
Meeting with ARIANESPACE
13 Jan 2021 · Video call organised in connection with the European Space Conference on space policy to discuss overall situation and challenges of the space sector.
Meeting with DASSAULT AVIATION
15 Dec 2020 · The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the main ongoing challenges for aerospace and defence industry and main expectations regarding the European Defence Fund.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
2 Dec 2020 · The objective in this call was to discuss how to develop the collaboration between DG DEFIS and ASD.
Meeting with General Electric Company
25 Nov 2020 · The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the situation commercial aviation sector and European Defence Fund.
Meeting with Boeing Belgium SRL
20 Nov 2020 · Meeting with Boeing to discuss EDF.
Meeting with SAFRAN
16 Nov 2020 · Call to exchange views on Research budgets & Sustainable Fuels.
Meeting with ASD-Eurospace
10 Nov 2020 · Call to exchange views on the concept of EU technological sovereignty.
Meeting with Planet Labs Germany
3 Nov 2020 · Videoconference to discuss on EU Space Policy.
Meeting with Global Satellite Operators Association
29 Oct 2020 · Courtesy call to present ESOA.
Meeting with Diehl Stiftung Co. KG
22 Oct 2020 · Meeting objective was to introduce the content and areas of European defence research and development, including to explain the European Defence Fund and its main categories and topics.
Meeting with Eutelsat
20 Oct 2020 · Videoconference to exchange views on the European space priorities.
Meeting with Airbus
19 Oct 2020 · Follow-up call to discuss updates on the situation of the aeronautics industry and the follow-up of the High Level Group (HLG).
Meeting with Kreab Worldwide
12 Oct 2020 · Call to exchange views on European defence industry, particularly with the involvement of SMEs.
Meeting with Volvo AB
6 Oct 2020 · Videoconference to discuss content and areas of European defence research.
Meeting with SAFRAN
30 Sept 2020 · Videoconference to exchange views on European defence, on strategic autonomy and technological sovereignty, on European defence fund, and on impacts of the COVID 19 crisis.
Meeting with THALES
21 Sept 2020 · Exchange of views with Thales on EU Budget, Horizon Europe & Space.
Meeting with Patria Oyj
22 Jun 2020 · The objective of the call was to exchange views on Commission funding initiatives (notably EDIDP/EDF and Horizon Europe).
Meeting with Leonardo S.p.A.
4 Jun 2020 · Call with Telespazio to discuss the Space Programme in the next MFF and the recovery plan.
Meeting with THALES
26 May 2020 · Exhange of views with Thales on LEO constellation and possible industrial cooperation with Telesat.
Meeting with Airbus
20 May 2020 · Follow-up to the 9 April 2020 call
Meeting with ICEYE Oy
11 May 2020 · Call to discuss the Space Programme in the next MFF.
Meeting with SAFRAN
6 May 2020 · Meeting to discuss the recovery plan for the aeronautics industry and the European Partnership on Clean Aviation (EPCA).
Meeting with Access Space Alliance
5 May 2020 · Courtesy call - presentation of Access Space to DG Defis.
Meeting with THALES
4 May 2020 · Call to discuss the recovery plan.
Meeting with Airbus
28 Apr 2020 · Follow-up to the 9 April 2020 call
Meeting with Airbus
24 Apr 2020 · Follow-up to the 9 April 2020 call
Meeting with Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe
17 Apr 2020 · Call to discuss aeronautics, space and defence topics.
Meeting with Airbus
16 Apr 2020 · Follow-up to the 9 April 2020 call
Meeting with N+C
14 Apr 2020 · Presentation of Aero Vodochody Aerospace a.s. (AVA) to DG DEFIS
Meeting with Airbus
9 Apr 2020 · Exchange of views on LEO constellation and Oneweb
Meeting with SES S.A.
9 Mar 2020 · Courtesy call to discuss satellite navigation and GovSatCom.
Meeting with Leonardo S.p.A.
27 Jan 2020 · Courtesy meeting to introduce themselves
Meeting with OHB
22 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on space industry
Meeting with ARIANESPACE
21 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on Horizon European Commission
Meeting with Airbus
21 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on EU Space Regulation
Meeting with ARIANESPACE
21 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on Horizon Europe
Meeting with European Association of Research and Technology Organisations
17 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on Horizon 2020
Meeting with Airbus
8 Jan 2020 · Exchange of views on industrial policy
Meeting with Cosmetics Europe
10 Dec 2019 · Courtesy meeting to introduce themselves and present their priorities
Meeting with Industrianställda i Norden
10 Dec 2019 · Presentation given to introduce EU industrial policy
Meeting with IP Europe
9 Dec 2019 · Exchange views on future Industrial Strategy and concerns on 5G
Meeting with Business Bridge Europe
9 Dec 2019 · short courtesy meeting to introduce themselves
Meeting with Suomen Yrittäjät ry
3 Dec 2019 · exchange views on future SME strategy
Meeting with European Association Automotive Suppliers
2 Dec 2019 · Courtesy meeting to introduce themselves and present their priorities
Meeting with Teollisuuden Voima Oyj
2 Dec 2019 · presenting their views on nuclear energy - listening mode
Meeting with Elisa Oyj
9 Nov 2019 · Discuss Work programme of the new Commission and the legacy of Juncker Commission
Meeting with European Telecommunications Standards Institute
6 Nov 2019 · Meeting CEN+CENELEC+ETSI to discuss prioritisation of standardisation
Meeting with Forest-based Sector Technology Platform
5 Nov 2019 · Discuss Forest based sector challenges and climate effect
Meeting with CECE - Committee for European Construction Equipment
17 Oct 2019 · Exchange on standardisation policy
Meeting with Kaupan liitto ry - Finnish Commerce Federation
16 Oct 2019 · Courtesy meeting to introduce themselves and present their priorities
Meeting with Chemical Industry Federation of Finland (Kemianteollisuus ry)
16 Oct 2019 · The industry representatives raised the following topics: Carbon Border Tax, Circular Economy, Carbon neutrality, Industrial Policy Strategy and skills
Meeting with SMEunited aisbl
18 Sept 2019 · Introduce themselves and discuss SME policy in general
Meeting with EPIA SolarPower Europe
12 Sept 2019 · To present themselves and the solar value chain and solar technology
Meeting with BUSINESSEUROPE
12 Sept 2019 · Introduce themselves and present their Industrial strategy paper
Meeting with European Panel Federation
3 Sept 2019 · Present EPF and their priorities
Meeting with European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations
23 Jul 2019 · Present their latest Manifesto and introduce the pharmaceutical companies position towards new Commission
Meeting with Hydrogen Europe
16 Jul 2019 · Present the strategic role of hydrogen for zero emission industries
Meeting with MEDICINES FOR EUROPE
15 Jul 2019 · Introduce themselves and present the manufacturers of generic medicines general position for the future Commission
Meeting with Association Française des Entreprises Privées / French Association of Large Companies
15 Jul 2019 · Courtesy meeting to present themselves and their interest in Business growth, SMIT and IPR protection
Meeting with EuropaBio
10 Jul 2019 · Courtesy meeting to introduce themselves and present their priorities
Meeting with ArcelorMittal
10 Jul 2019 · Discuss the new European Steel market developments and European policy needs
Meeting with Bureau Européen des Unions de Consommateurs
10 Jul 2019 · Present their paper containing their priorities on consumer-specific initiatives
Meeting with The European Steel Association
8 Jul 2019 · Discuss EU Climate & Energy Policy and Decarbonisation of the EU Steel Industry
Meeting with Nokia
25 Jun 2019 · Informal introductory meeting
Meeting with Association des Constructeurs Européens d'Automobiles
14 Jun 2019 · Discuss common priorities for the future of Automotive industries and the EU Commission
Meeting with FoodDrinkEurope
12 Jun 2019 · DG GROW met FoodDrinkEurope (FDE), at their request, to discuss priorities and ideas for the next five years of the Commission work in the food and drink sector.
Meeting with Metsäliitto Cooperative
23 May 2019 · Discuss Bio and Circular Economy, climate change mitigation, forestry and forest management, and UN SDGs
Meeting with Bombardier Transportation
22 May 2019 · Discussion on EU Industrial and Competition Policy, Rail Sector and Public Procurement
Meeting with EuroCommerce
10 Apr 2019 · Mr Verschueren presents Eurocommerce and its recent Manifesto
Meeting with EUROCHAMBRES – Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry
9 Apr 2019 · Priorities of the next European Commission SM+ discussion on remaining obstacles on free movement if services
Meeting with BUSINESSEUROPE
28 Mar 2019 · Exchange of view on the most relevant industrial policy and single market files.
Meeting with The Bureau of European Design Associations
25 Mar 2019 · Introductory meeting to discuss European challenges.
Meeting with Lääketeollisuus ry
19 Mar 2019 · Exchange of views regarding future EU policies on smart health and wellbeing.
Meeting with Lääketeollisuus ry
7 Mar 2018 · Discussions of European economy and on future of Europe
Meeting with Fur Europe
16 Nov 2017 · Circular economy, priorities of Juncker Commission and Communication challenges
Meeting with Merck
14 Nov 2017 · Circular economy, priorities of Juncker Commission and AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) Action Plan
Meeting with Elisa Oyj
24 Apr 2017 · Discussions on the Future of Europe and communication challenges
Meeting with Fortum Oyj
21 Feb 2017 · Discussions on the future of Europe and communication challenges
Meeting with Veikkaus Oy
12 Jan 2017 · Priorities of the Maltese Presidency and Communication challenges for 2017.
Meeting with Finavia Corporation
11 Jan 2017 · Priorities of the Maltese Presidency and Communication challenges for 2017.
Meeting with Huawei Technologies
19 Oct 2016 · Priorities of the Juncker Commission and general information of the company