Advanced Materials defence companies in the Netherlands
We track 7 advanced materials companies in the Netherlands, most of them in Delft and Amsterdam. 3 of them are hiring now, with 5+ open roles. Among them are VABO Composites, Innatera Nanosystems and Spherical Systems.
All Advanced Materials Companies in the Netherlands
Manufactures lightweight composite doors, hatches and masts for naval vessels, including the only maritime composite door certified for 60-minute fire resistance. Holds a multi-year supply contract with Damen Naval for the Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate programme.
Builds neuromorphic processors and developer tools that run brain-inspired AI directly on sensors and edge devices at ultra-low power.
Spherical Systems designs dedicated semiconductors and electronic subsystems for defence satellites. Their technology manipulates electronic circuits at the transistor level, enabling systems that are smaller, more reliable, and highly software configurable. Supported by Netherlands Industries for Defence & Security.
Advanced materials company developing high-performance ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) using innovative melt infiltration process. Creates Carbeon carbon-ceramic components for aerospace and defence applications including nozzles, airframes, and thermal protection systems.
Destinus is a European defence manufacturer building scalable strike and air-defence systems, including interceptors, cruise systems and deep-strike platforms.
Modular ballistic protection shields for military and law enforcement special operations units. Three shield sizes (PAC270 to PAC405) with mission-specific accessories including the POWERPAC battery and PACCAM integrated camera. Government end-users only.
High-energy drone battery manufacturer delivering 450 Wh/kg silicon-anode packs that extend UAV flight endurance by 30-100%. Signed a large-scale battery contract with the Dutch Ministry of Defence in 2025 and supplies drone makers in 14 countries including Ukraine.
