Soldier Systems companies in Europe
Connected soldier programmes are integrating digital situational awareness, body-worn sensors and networked fire control into infantry kit that was largely analogue a decade ago. Elbit Systems supplies a significant share of the night vision and digital soldier systems used by European land forces, while companies including Revision Military provide ballistic protection optimised for dismounted operations in complex terrain. The push toward lighter, more connected infantry equipment is creating procurement opportunities across optics, power management, wearable computing and dismounted communications.
Where these companies are based
Friedberg, Germany · 51-200Designs and manufactures armoured tactical vehicles, ballistic protection systems and specialised mission vehicles for military and security forces across Europe.
Berlin, Germany · 11-50Designs and manufactures thermal imaging clip-on devices, night vision goggles and protective equipment for military and law enforcement customers.
Freienbach, Switzerland · 11-50Builds remote-controlled platforms for humanitarian demining and explosive ordnance disposal, deployed across conflict zones from Ukraine to Iraq and Colombia.
Erkrath, Germany · 51-200Develops and manufactures SARATOGA® CBRN protective clothing systems for military, civil defence, fire services and police forces across 55 countries.
Hamburg, Germany · 51-200Manufactures ballistic and blast-protected container systems for military command posts, field camps and nuclear applications, certified to NATO STANAG standards.
Burbach, Germany · 51-200Designs and manufactures shoulder-fired weapons, explosive reactive armour, mine-laying systems and aerosol fire suppression for German and international armed forces from its production site in Burbach, Germany.
Ljubljana, SloveniaManufactures laserless LED-based military simulation trainers for small arms, vehicle crews, anti-armour weapons, MANPADS and remote weapon stations, powered by their proprietary GUARD simulation engine.
Helsinki, Finland · 51-200Builds military-grade XR headsets and simulation software for defence training across air, land and sea operations.
Munich, Germany · 1-10Develops hypersonic vehicles for Europe's resilience and space sovereignty, focusing on advanced aerospace technology for defence and space applications.
Ivanić-Grad, Croatia · 11-50Croatian developer and manufacturer of ballistic vests, plate carriers, hard armour plates and tactical gear, operating as the Spar-Tac brand of Cassis Oprema. Products are designed and field-tested with Croatian special operations units.
Valencia, Spain · 11-50Builds an extended reality and AI command-and-control platform for defence, emergency management and critical infrastructure decision-making.
Farsta, Sweden · 11-50Tactical carrying equipment, body armour and modular load-bearing systems for military and law enforcement. Key supplier to the Swedish Armed Forces for over 20 years, founded 1990 by a Swedish airborne ranger.
Niewiadow, Poland · 51-200Ammunition production company developing and manufacturing 155mm artillery rounds in partnership with Northrop Grumman. Part of Grupa Niewiadow-PGM, a WSE-listed defence consortium focused on medium and large calibre munitions for Krab and K9 systems.
Nivelles, Belgium · 1-10Royal Military Academy spin-off developing next-generation energetic materials based on nanoporous carbon technology. Produces explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics for defence and aerospace with exclusive RMA patent licence.
Bourges, France · 11-50Ballistic protection company manufacturing modular body armour, vehicle armour kits, and anti-riot gear. Supplies the French DGA, Gendarmerie, and forces in 13+ countries.
Liptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia · 11-50Manufacturer of the Falcon 4G active stand-off chemical and biological detector, capable of identifying warfare agents at distances up to 6 km using patented DIAL laser technology. Customers include Slovak, Hungarian, and US armed forces.
Riga, Latvia · 11-50Industrial marking specialist producing METALPHOTO aluminium nameplates, control panels and thermal camouflage solutions for military equipment. Exhibited at Eurosatory 2024. ISO 9001 certified since 2005.
Cazzano Sant'Andrea, Italy · 11-50Italian precision rifle manufacturer producing sniper systems for military and law enforcement. Selected by the Italian Army as its Future Sniper Rifle (Scorpio V in .338 LM) and by the Italian State Police for the Gladio PS A1.
Kuopio, Finland · 1-10Kuopio-based XR studio providing VR and AR training platforms for industry and the Finnish Defence Forces. Built BITE, an immersive training platform, and has delivered group-based VR training for Puolustusvoimat medical personnel.
Cambridge, United Kingdom52 North Health is a University of Cambridge spin-out developing advanced medical devices for nuclear emergency preparedness. Selected for NATO DIANA, their ARC™ product strengthens medical resilience capability, enabling remote triaging and treatment monitoring of those at risk of radiation sickness.
Bra, Italy · 11-50Composite panels and hybrid laminates manufacturer serving armoured vehicles, helicopter interiors, ship reinforcement and body armour. Based in Bra (Cuneo), with a US subsidiary in Wisconsin.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg · 11-50ACTinBlack develops lightweight night-vision systems and modular optical accessories for military, law-enforcement and security users.
Opole, Poland · 11-50Licensed special trade company providing weapons, ammunition, anti-drone systems, unmanned combat vehicles and biometric identification devices for military and law enforcement. Operates subsidiary brands including Adler Protect and Military FutureTech.
Finland · 1-10After-action analysis software for armed forces, replaying exercises across every data source to extract tactical patterns. Built in Finland by soldiers for classified, air-gapped environments with no transatlantic dependencies.
Kista, Sweden · 11-50Acoustic scoring system manufacturer for live-fire air-to-air, ground-to-air and air-to-ground training. Miss Distance Indicator and LOMAH products sold to military customers in more than 30 countries since 1956.
Marupe, Latvia · 11-50Latvia's only certified manufacturer of military small-arms ammunition, producing 32 product lines from 9x19mm to .50 BMG. NATO AQAP 2110 certified and designated a national security entity. Acquired by Scandinavian Astor Group in 2025.
Helsinki, Finland · 11-50Developer of AirHUD, a patented augmented reality heads-up display that lets drone pilots see their aircraft beyond visual line of sight, and AirSkill, a VR drone pilot simulator. Customers include Dutch Police, Pirkanmaa Rescue Department and military drone operators across Europe.
Aalborg, Denmark · 1-50Develops musculoskeletal simulation software used by engineers, biomechanists and researchers in defence, orthopedics, automotive and ergonomics to model how the human body interacts with products and equipment.
Galway, Ireland · 1-50Biotechnology company developing nature-inspired safe and environmentally sustainable Pathogen Capture Technology (PCT) to protect humans and animals from pathogens. Technology developed in collaboration with Defence Forces Ireland and Czech University of Defence.
Šentjernej, SloveniaAREX is a Slovenian defence manufacturer producing firearms, training ammunition, ammunition links, ballistic protection, explosive assemblies and precision components.
Oslo, Norway · 1-50Medical technology company developing emergency tourniquet systems for military and civilian trauma care. Uses pull-cord mechanism for rapid deployment to stop lethal hemorrhage in extremities. Works closely with Norwegian Defence Research Establishment.
Kungsbacka, Sweden · 1-10Nordic defence and law-enforcement systems supplier founded in 1996, now part of the Defensor Group. Operates its own ATX Training facility in Kungsbacka and builds and integrates C-UAS and tactical equipment for Nordic military and police customers.
Sulejowek, Poland · 51-200R&D and production company manufacturing military containers, air conditioning and filter-ventilation systems, power generators and vehicle modernisation kits for the Polish Armed Forces since 1990. Specialises in command post containers and combat vehicle upgrades.
Tilburg, Netherlands · 11-50Develops and manufactures ammunition, small arms, grenade launchers, loitering munitions and FPV drones for NATO armed forces, with demilitarization and munitions recycling services alongside production.
Riihimäki, Finland · 1-10Software-based live training tools for NATO armed forces, focused on anti-tank training for forested and arctic environments. Founded in 2023 by gaming industry veterans in Riihimäki's defence tech cluster.
Panevezys, Lithuania · 11-50Manufactures Lithuania's first domestically produced armoured vehicles. The Taurus line meets NATO STANAG 4569 ballistic and blast protection standards with 80 per cent local content. Production capacity reaches 120 vehicles per year from the Panevezys plant.
Rellingen, Germany · 201-500Designs and manufactures aviation safety seats, parachute systems, CBRN protective equipment and blast-protected vehicle seating for military and aerospace customers worldwide.
Thun, Switzerland · 51-200Swiss firearms manufacturer specializing in submachine guns, suppressors, and tactical accessories from Thun. Won a $2.6M US Army contract for the APC9K subcompact weapon in 2019, supplying military and law enforcement in 60+ countries.
Florina, Greece · 11-50Florina-based advanced composites manufacturer producing carbon and glass fibre structural components for defence, aerospace, and maritime applications using filament winding and advanced fibre placement techniques. SEKPY member.
Riga, Latvia · 1-10Produces protective barrier systems, surveillance cameras and mine detection equipment for military and state security applications. Products range from small unit defence to battalion-level coverage.
Odense , Denmark · 1-50Develops moving target training systems for military and police forces. Their autonomous lightweight units provide dynamic shooting training scenarios, helping soldiers and law enforcement officers train with moving targets.
Mainz, Germany · 11-50Produces the EKA Camlock expandable baton used by German police and over 500,000 law enforcement units worldwide. Also manufactures FlexShield foldable ballistic shields and Hart Armour body protection systems.
Riga, Latvia · 11-50Latvian defence equipment manufacturer producing tactical plate carriers, ballistic gear, and unmanned ground vehicles for NATO military and law enforcement.
Gütersloh, Germany · 51-200Family-owned ballistic helmet manufacturer with over 40 years of history. Developed the combat helmet currently worn by Bundeswehr soldiers. Produces aramid-based helmets certified to DEA-FBI Ballistic Protocol standards from facilities in Gütersloh.
Rödermark, Germany · 51-200Makes tactical communication hardware — PTT control units, DECT wireless intercom systems and hearing-protective headsets — for armed forces, police and emergency services.
Abingdon, United Kingdom · 1-10Covert surveillance optics spun out of Dstl in 2007, manufacturing intrusive surveillance lenses capable of imaging through pinholes as small as 0.3mm, plus long-range pan-tilt-zoom systems for defence and law enforcement.
Forssa, Finland · 11-50Forssa-based manufacturer of ballistic protection, riot gear and full-contact training suits supplied to NATO militaries, counter-terrorism units and police forces. ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and AQAP 2110 certified with manufacturing in Finland and Czech Republic.
Bucharest, Romania · 11-50Romanian small arms and ammunition manufacturer founded in 2018, designing and producing military and law enforcement weapons on in-house CNC lines. Authorised armourer registered with Romania's export control agency ANCEX.
Kokkedal, Denmark · 1-10Danish ammunition systems supplier in Kokkedal providing licensed-production defence ammunition, sourcing, assembly, and logistics from Jutland into central Europe. Operates as a Danish consortia working with local production partners on artillery-class munitions.
Budapest, HungaryBudapest-based supplier, consultant and reseller in the defence and tactical industry since 2011. Divisions include defence consulting and R&D, specialty procurement for military and law enforcement, value-added distribution across CEE, and custom design and manufacturing of mission-critical gear. NATO project supplier.
Tiel, Netherlands · 51-200Designs and manufactures specialist military vehicles including the GRF (VECTOR) light tactical vehicle and Mammoth multirole combat platform. Supplies the Royal Netherlands Army and German Bundeswehr from its production facility in Tiel.
Madrid, Spain · 1-10AI-powered system of hyperrealistic synthetic training environments in Extended Reality (XR) designed for training, monitoring, and evaluation of military personnel, security forces, law enforcement, and emergency services. Integrates cutting-edge technology with Unreal Engine for immersive training simulations.
Bratislava, Slovakia · 11-50Slovak defence integrator specializing in automated ammunition production lines (60-155 mm), armoured vehicle modernization, and rocket launcher systems. Has cooperated with BAE Systems and Diehl Defence on IFF, MOKYS C3, and RM-70/85 modular projects for the Slovak Army.
Thurso, United Kingdom · 51-200Caithness-based engineering firm designing rugged lithium-ion battery systems for the global defence industry, with 20+ years supplying the military. Key products include the BB2590 smart battery and 6T lithium-ion vehicle battery.
Wroclaw, Poland · 51-200Polish manufacturer of modular tactical gear for NATO special operations forces, including plate carriers, chest rigs and combat uniforms. Products used by SOF units in over 40 countries.
Helsinki, Finland · 11-50Glasses-free mixed reality for defence vehicles, aircraft and helmets, turning windshields into 3D lightfield displays fused with thermal, radar and battlefield management data. Raised €13.9M led by Google Ventures, partnered with Patria, Supacat, General Dynamics and Aechelon.
Oulu, Finland · 1-10VTT spin-off founded in 2022 building lightweight, mobile battlefield decoys that mimic authentic radar and thermal signatures through printed electronics and advanced materials. Raised roughly €920,000 from FiBAN angels and Lifeline Ventures and won the FiBAN Pitch Finland DefSec 2024 competition.
Prague, Czech Republic · 11-50Czech manufacturer of high-fidelity simulator hardware for aviation and vehicle training, including HOTAS systems, instrument panels, multifunction displays, mission computers and full control stations. Delivers turnkey integration with third-party motion platforms and visualization suites.
Livorno, Italy · 201-500Italian subsea engineering company founded in 1927 designing submarine rescue systems, hyperbaric defence chambers and saturation diving equipment. Supplies turnkey submarine rescue ships and deep-diving systems used by navies worldwide.
Kadrina, EstoniaDevelops and manufactures munitions including anti-tank mines, hand grenades, mortar ammunition and directional fragmentation charges. Framework contract partner for medium- and large-calibre ammunition supply to Estonia worth EUR 30M.
Zlín, Czech Republic · 51-200Czech manufacturer of CBRN protection, decontamination and mobile medical isolation systems for military, civil defence and integrated rescue services. Founded 1992, currently developing a next-generation BSL-4 isolation chamber.
Tallinn, Estonia · 1-50Estonian manufacturer of military training equipment and UAV pneumatic launchers, exporting to over 30 countries worldwide.
United Kingdom · 11-50UK specialist in energetic materials, pyrotechnic mechanisms and blast mitigation. Designs and manufactures cable cutters, actuators, gas generators and rocket motors used in defence applications including ejector seats, parachute deployment and breacher grenades developed with Dstl.
Tallinn, Estonia · 1-10Estonian defence electronics company manufacturing intelligent electromechanical devices including blasting systems, drone initiators, and area protection sensors for military and mining applications.
Kyiv, Ukraine · 11-50Esper Bionics is an award-winning engineering company that builds advanced robotic prosthetic hands and human enhancement devices using AI, DSP, and machine learning technologies.
Warsaw, Poland · 11-50Designs and produces thermal imaging cameras, sights and optoelectronic devices for the Polish Armed Forces and other uniformed services. Founded in 2002, holds AQAP 2110 military quality certification.
Hagan, Norway · 1-10EuroHeater AS supplies professional portable multi-fuel air heaters designed for cold weather under demanding conditions, serving military, search & rescue, and emergency response organizations.
Kokkedal, Denmark · 1-10Danish small-arms ammunition producer based in Kokkedal, supplying NATO calibres to European defence customers. Part of an emerging Danish munitions cluster focused on raising European security of supply.
Riga, Latvia · 1-50Develops VR and AR trauma simulators for military and emergency medical training, trusted by the US DoD, NATO, and allied forces worldwide.
Lyon, France · 11-50A biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing emergency immunotherapies using polyclonal antibody technology to combat biological threats, emerging infectious diseases, and bioterrorism agents.
Bremen, Germany · 11-50Military container systems manufacturer based in Bremen. Produces protected living units, command shelters, mine detection containers and mobile camp infrastructure for the Bundeswehr and NATO forces worldwide.
Skallestad, Norway · 1-10Designs and manufactures high-precision weapon mounts, tripods and pedestals for ground, vehicle and maritime use, focused on improving first-hit probability for crew-served weapons. Acquired in 2025 by Fjord Defence Group, listed on Euronext Oslo as DFENS.
Norway · 11-50Norwegian XR training platform company building Fynd CORE, an immersive collaboration system used for military, higher education, and public protection training. Selected by the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency to deliver Leopard 2 A4 tank training to the Ukrainian Armed Forces under a NOK 82.5 million Nansen Programme contract.
Liberec, Czech Republic · 11-50Liberec manufacturer of ballistic parachute rescue systems for military and commercial UAVs up to 120 kg and 220-300 km/h, with pyrogenerator-activated deployment in under 1 second. Tested by the Czech Air Force and Air Defence Military Technical Institute and protected by US and EU patents.
Budapest, HungaryHungarian manufacturer of CBRN defence equipment and light-armoured vehicles with the widest defence portfolio in Hungary. Products include radiation detection instrumentation, CBRN reconnaissance systems, chemical protective suits, decontamination systems and the KOMONDOR Light Armoured Vehicle family.
Bucharest, Romania · 51-200Romanian private artillery ammunition manufacturer (Group Industrial AURORA) producing medium and large-caliber munitions in 81mm, 82mm and 120mm for national and allied defence forces. Partner in the Orbotix Romanian defence ecosystem for integrating munitions with autonomous platforms.
Copenhagen, Denmark · 11-50Copenhagen defence supplier and integrator manufacturing the Forward Repair System NATO M/18 and M/22 deployable workshops for the Danish Army, the C20 designated marksman rifle, and Puma UAS payloads. Customers span 19 ministries of defence including the Danish, Norwegian, German, French and US MoDs.
Liepaja, Latvia · 11-50Manufactures the Mosphera military electric scooter for special forces, border patrol and reconnaissance. Silent electric drive avoids drone detection. Delivered approximately 1,000 units to Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Salisbury, United KingdomGravity Industries develops human flight technology including jet suits, creating the ultimate freedom of true personal flight experiences.
Lübbecke, Germany · 201-500Manufactures bullet-resistant glass and periscopes for armoured vehicles. Supplies 40+ armies worldwide with over 400 periscope types and composite transparent armour that reduces weight by 10-20% at the same ballistic protection level.
Đakovo, Croatia · 201-500Croatian family-owned manufacturer of camouflage uniforms, combat shirts and protective clothing supplied to the Croatian Armed Forces, Croatian Police and other government forces across 10 countries. NATO AQAP 2110 certified with around 237 employees in Đakovo.
Sankt Barbara im Mürztal, Austria · 51-200Manufactures carbon composite lightweight components for military vehicles, weapon platforms, launcher systems, and ballistic protection structures. Produces amphibious flotation bodies, EMI-shielded equipment cases, and add-on armour from their Styrian facility.
Hirtenberg, Austria · 51-200Develops and manufactures mortar weapon systems and ammunition in 60mm, 81mm, and 120mm calibres, including aiming and sighting systems. Active worldwide from Hirtenberg, Austria, with over a century of munitions manufacturing heritage.
Stockholm, Sweden · 1-10XR specialist building VR and MR training simulations for the defence sector, including certified virtual reality helicopter pilot training. Counts BAE Systems Hägglunds among its clients, based in central Stockholm.
Prague, Czech RepublicInfraHex develops multispectral protective systems for defence and law enforcement, specializing in nanotech fabric that reduces infrared signatures by up to 96%. Selected for NATO DIANA 2026 Programme, their 9-layer technology provides protection from thermal imaging, drones, and advanced sensor systems.
Nowe Miasto Lubawskie, Poland · 51-200Designs and manufactures blast-proof containers, ammunition disposal systems and CBRN transport devices for military and law enforcement. Over 38 years of experience, with products deployed in 39 countries and full NATO AQAP quality certification.
Helsinki, Finland · 1-10Helsinki-based FPV drone maker building combat systems for NATO defence forces, border guards and law enforcement. Team combines engineering, elite FPV piloting and battlefield experience, and runs the Kolibri Drone Academy for combat pilot training.
Klaipeda, Lithuania · 1-10Lithuanian armored vehicle manufacturer producing military-grade ballistic protection, armored personnel carriers, and tactical vehicle upgrades.
Sveti Ivan Zelina, Croatia · 51-200Croatian manufacturer of tactical vests, plate carriers, backpacks and duty gear supplied to the Croatian MoD and MoI plus customs and police forces in Switzerland, Germany and Portugal. Employs around 150 people and ships to 50+ countries under the Kroko Tactical brand.
Marupe, Latvia · 11-50Develops AR/VR display technology including holographic and light field displays. Creates next-generation immersive visualization systems for professional applications.
United Kingdom · 11-50Designs and manufactures bespoke lithium-ion batteries and charging systems for military platforms, EOD robots, unmanned systems and defence prime contractors across NATO.
Helsinki, Finland · 1-10Helsinki University spin-off developing Biodecon, a patented non-toxic decontamination solution for chemical and biological warfare agents including Sarin, Mustard Gas, VX and bio agents. Developed with the Finnish Defence Forces and the VERIFIN chemical weapons verification institute.
Paris, FranceMANITTY develops advanced wearable technologies that bring hospital-grade monitoring to the field. Their DeepMo solution is a lightweight, AI-powered device that continuously tracks vital signs and brain activity, detects early signs of deterioration, and provides autonomous triage aligned with NATO standards.
Kostinbrod, BulgariaBulgarian manufacturer of ballistic body armour, bulletproof vests and combat helmets. Supplies Bulgarian MoD (9,200 helmets and vests contract) and exports to 43+ countries. NATO NCAGE 0053U.
Kosice, SlovakiaSlovak holographic communication company developing real-time 3D telepresence technology for remote meetings and training, accessible via smartphones and mixed reality glasses.
Ljubljana, SloveniaMicrobium is a Slovenian company specializing in autonomous, plug-and-play microbiological sentinel systems for extreme environments. Part of NATO DIANA's 2026 cohort, Microbium provides innovative automated solutions for microbiological detection in water and products for public utilities, industry, and national laboratories.
Arnhem, Netherlands · 11-50Develops battlefield acoustic sensors using MEMS-based Acoustic Vector Sensor technology for 3D detection and localisation of gunfire, rockets, artillery and vehicles. Supplies the Royal Netherlands Army with RAM-SCORE counter-battery systems.
Tallinn, Estonia · 1-50Develops ultra-realistic, lightweight military decoys for high-value targets including vehicle and weapons system mock-ups for battlefield deception.
Viljandi, Estonia · 1-10Estonian manufacturer of tracked unmanned ground vehicles for demining. Builds an 800 kg gasoline-powered UGV with a patented flail-and-plow system for breaching anti-personnel minefields. NATO DIANA pre-accelerator participant.
Koropi, Greece · 51-200Koropi-based defence electronics manufacturer founded in 1997 producing thermal imaging binoculars, electro-optical gimbals, and aerostructure assemblies. Holds NATO security clearance and partners with MBDA and KNDS on the VBCI PHILOCTETES IFV programme.
Tallinn, Estonia · 11-50Provides lifecycle management, maintenance, repair and overhaul of armoured and combat vehicles including CV9035 infantry fighting vehicles and Patria XA-180 APCs for the Estonian and Latvian Defence Forces. ISO 9001 and AQAP 2110 certified.
Umeå, Sweden · 1-10Develops controllable multispectral camouflage, signature-management and decoy systems for armoured vehicles and ground forces. Selected by the European Defence Fund to develop adaptive multispectral camouflage as part of a European tank programme spanning 19 countries.
United Kingdom · 11-50UK uncrewed systems specialist delivering the DART 250 one-way attack drone under a £7.5 million MoD contract. The system has a 250 km range and flies in terrain-following mode at 400+ km/h for land and maritime strike missions.
Konigswartha, Germany · 11-50Manufactures stainless steel defence components, special machine assemblies and tank track maintenance systems in Saxony. Supplies armoured vehicle parts and custom defence solutions to the Bundeswehr.
Hall in Tirol, Austria · 1-10Creates augmented reality solutions for tactical training and military simulation applications. Provides AR-based training systems for defence and law enforcement sectors.
Riga, Latvia · 51-200A military personnel support system created in collaboration with armed forces, National Guard professionals, and industrial designers.
Perpignan, France · 1-10Develops non-lethal law enforcement technologies and crowd control solutions. Provides advanced non-lethal weapons and security equipment for law enforcement agencies.
Alcobendas, Spain · 11-50Manufactures ultra-compact man-portable night vision goggles and thermal devices for land, airborne, and amphibious forces. Standard-issue supplier to the Spanish Armed Forces, with exports expanding across NATO, Asia, and LATAM.
Linköping, Sweden · 11-50Designs and builds high-security protective shelters, EMP-shielded containers and secure data centres, including the SSK 35A modular shelter rated against 155mm artillery fragmentation and NBC threats. Astor Group associated company headquartered in Linköping.
Strängnäs, Sweden · 11-50Designs and builds turnkey shooting ranges and modular target systems for the Swedish Armed Forces, Swedish Police and special units, with patented Svalin environmentally friendly bullet traps. Operations began in 1917 and the company has been independent since 2005, headquartered in Strängnäs.
Wattenheim, Germany · 11-50Develops and manufactures tactical audio communication systems for military, special forces and emergency services. Professional-grade headsets and audio equipment for noisy and critical environments. Made in Germany.
Poznan, Poland · 11-50Manufactures large-format industrial 3D printers used by defence forces, aerospace and naval sectors across Europe. Developed TFU20, a portable field manufacturing lab for military repair operations.
Vilnius, Lithuania · 1-10Develops the Krampus Mk1 hybrid electric all-terrain military buggy for special forces and border security. Dual 60kW electric motors deliver 200km electric range at 120 km/h with 500kg payload. Partnered with Provectus Robotics for autonomous driving capability.
Amsterdam, Netherlands · 1-10Modular 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.
Torun, Poland · 11-50Supplies specialist military equipment and accessories to the Polish Armed Forces, NATO agencies and special forces units. Licensed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs for defence trade, with distribution agreements including Korean manufacturer LS Mtron.
Italy · 11-50Italian defence supplier designing modular training facilities, tactical operations centres and Role2B field hospitals for armed forces and police. Also provides ballistic personal protection, underwater DPDs, armoured VR9 vehicles and conversion kits for non-lethal training munitions.
Warsaw, Poland · 11-50Polish manufacturer of CBRN detection equipment with over 20 years in the defence sector. Its CHERDES family of chemical, radiological and nuclear threat detectors is the standard system aboard Polish Army Rosomak APCs and PT-91 tanks, deployed in Afghanistan, Chad and Iraq.
Næstved, Denmark · 11-50Danish manufacturer of polymer ammunition boxes that replace traditional steel containers. The boxes deliver a 67 percent weight reduction, melt rather than explode in fire, and lower the radar and acoustic signature of military logistics convoys.
Bucharest, Romania · 51-200Romanian private optronics manufacturer producing night vision devices, armoured vehicle driver/commander sights and ISTAR systems, with over 2,000 night vision devices fielded with infantry and optronic solutions on 358 armoured vehicles. NATO AQAP 2110 certified with NCAGE code 006YL.
Saint-Cyr-l'École, France · 51-200Manufactures chemical and biological threat detectors using proprietary flame spectrophotometry technology. Its AP4C detector family is deployed in over 70 countries by military CBRN units, first responders and airport security forces.
Stirling, United Kingdom · 11-50Stirling-based SME producing lightweight, ballistic and blast-rated modular building blocks made from 100% recycled polypropylene. Awarded a £238,000 DASA contract with the UK MoD for force protection and vehicle checkpoint infrastructure.
Lebring, Austria · 11-50Smart textile sensor technology that integrates washable vital-sign monitoring into military uniforms. Supplies biometric sensing for the Rheinmetall Gladius 2.0 soldier system, tracking heart rate, respiration and movement data in real time during operations.
Trepuzzi, Italy · 51-200Italian manufacturer of modular military shelters, bunkers, sentry boxes, field hospitals and force protection structures serving NATO, EU and allied ministries. Holds NATO AQAP 2110 and STANAG 2280 ballistic protection certifications, with deployments in Kosovo, Iraq, Lebanon and Afghanistan.
Amersfoort, Netherlands · 11-50Builds immersive VR training systems for military and law enforcement, including deployable squad-level kits with 12 trainee positions and 95% availability. Customers include the Dutch, German, Finnish and Danish Ministries of Defence and the European Defence Agency.
Helsinki, Finland · 1-10Builds silent, emission-free battery-based e-Generators that replace diesel generators in defence field bases and command posts, with customers in three NATO countries and an assigned NCAGE code for portable e-Generators. Designed and manufactured in Finland and validated through the DEFINE accelerator and VTT.
Bielsko-Biala, Poland · 51-200Manufactures military-grade tent structures, shelters and base life support systems for NATO forces since 1998. Products include combat tents rated to -32C, rapid-deploy maintenance hangars and turn-key field camps for Polish, US and allied militaries.
Kyiv, Ukraine · 51-200Builds the Lynx unmanned ground vehicle and Saber remote weapon station for frontline logistics, casualty evacuation, and remote combat. Deployed by multiple Ukrainian brigades including the 47th Mechanized and 5th Assault Brigade.
Bålsta, Sweden · 1-10Bålsta-based manufacturer designing and producing ballistic body armour and protective helmets for police, military and special forces, with over 15 years of experience and exclusively European raw materials. Sole Swedish supplier of qualified body armour, recently delivered Body Armour 24 to the Swedish Armed Forces.
Biebertal, Germany · 51-200Manufactures precision riflescopes for military, police, hunting and competition shooting, produced entirely in Biebertal, Germany since 1957.
Magdeburg, Germany · 201-500Manufactures the Bundeswehr standard combat helmet (Gefechtshelm M92) and the modern M100 ballistic helmet certified to NIJ IIIA and VPAM 2. Produces 1.5 million helmets per year from Magdeburg with around 300 employees. Founded 1922.
San Cesareo, Italy · 1-10San Cesareo-based military optronics supplier founded in 1992, specialising in night vision, thermal imaging, tactical illumination and target engagement systems. Since 2015 it has manufactured its own products and is an approved source for 317 NATO stock numbers.
Delft, Netherlands · 11-50Develops force and haptic feedback gloves that enable users to feel virtual objects in VR for training and research applications.
Prelog, Croatia · 51-200Family-owned Croatian manufacturer of aramid-based ballistic combat helmets including the BK-3, standard issue helmet of the Croatian Armed Forces. Has delivered over 2.5 million helmets from its Prelog plant to forces in more than 70 countries.
Bucharest, Romania · 11-50Romanian training and simulation company building flight simulators, land and naval trainers, and full mission simulators for defence forces worldwide. Develops high-accuracy flight models, out-of-the-window visual systems, and glass avionics using COTS components.
Warsaw, Poland · 1-10Science-driven SME specialising in optics, holographic lenses, FEM simulations and AI for defence. Participates in EDF projects including ACHILE soldier protection systems and Faraday battlefield AI algorithms.
Vejen, Denmark · 11-50Danish defence rocket and missile producer founded in March 2024 to bring sovereign MLRS production to Denmark. Operates the Skypro Nordic Defense Park on a former NATO base with ammunition storage and test facilities, with a portfolio spanning 122 mm to 400 mm guided rockets.
Norway · 1-10International subsidiary of Norwegian VR training company Trygg-Grunn, building the BASIC VR platform for military and law enforcement procedural training. Founded by ex-military and police personnel and deployed at events including ENFORCE TAC.
Tallinn, Estonia · 1-10Estonian company developing automated wastewater treatment and water reuse systems for off-grid, urban, defence, and emergency applications.
Seifhennersdorf, Germany · 51-200Military parachute systems manufacturer certified as a Bundeswehr aviation equipment supplier. Exports to over 30 countries and has produced parachutes for armed forces worldwide for over 70 years from its Saxony facility.
Piraeus, Greece · 11-50Piraeus-based unmanned systems company founded in 2020 as a subsidiary of Spirit World Group, producing the EMPUSA series of weaponized multicopters and the SARISA SRS-1A, the first multirotor UAV with 70mm rocket-firing capability.
Eskilstuna, Sweden · 1-10Sweden's first indigenous assault rifle manufacturer, building the SD1-MCR 5.56×45mm NATO combat rifle from a precision-engineering facility in Eskilstuna. Founded in 2022 and selling exclusively to government, military and security customers.
Villorba, Italy · 11-50Villorba-based manufacturer of diver propulsion vehicles with over 20 years of design experience. The Nero XJ, Nero C, Nero 1 and Nero 2 DPVs are sold exclusively to state security forces for combat-swimmer missions to depths of 200 metres.
Nora, Sweden · 1-10Sweden Ballistics AB is building Europe's first new TNT production facility since the 1990s in Nora, targeting 4,500 tonnes annual output by 2028 to supply NATO-standard explosives for European ammunition and drone warheads. Backed by EQT co-founder Thomas von Koch and ex-Chief of Army Karl Engelbrektson.
Huddinge, Sweden · 1-10Manufacturer of linking and delinking systems, flash hiders, feed chutes and weapon-mount upgrades for M2 .50 cal and NATO machine guns. Over 30 years of weapons development experience with exclusive focus on defence and law enforcement clients.
Zurich, Switzerland · 1-50Advanced live-fire training technology with ALPHA Technology. Precision training systems for military applications.
Varberg, Sweden · 11-50Develops durable functional workwear for military, police, ambulance and search-and-rescue operations across temperatures from +15C to -50C. Founded over 40 years ago and dual-branded as Torraka in North America.
United Kingdom · 1-10UK covert audio surveillance startup spun out of Dstl via Ploughshare. Its directional microphone arrays use patented acoustic shield signal processing for long-range intelligibility in noisy environments, aimed at law enforcement and intelligence users.
Austria · 1-10Metal MOLLE panels and weapon mounting systems for military and police vehicles. Lightweight modular racks for securing firearms and tactical equipment, used by the Austrian Jagdkommando special operations force.
Bridgend, United Kingdom · 1-10Swansea University spin-out manufacturing life-like whole-body trauma training simulators for military combat medic and MERT training. Models are built from 3D CT and MRI imaging and replace animal and cadaveric training materials.
Berlin, Germany · 1-10Lightweight mobile explosives trace detector weighing 1.3 kg, using chemical-optical measurement technology with patented fluorescent dyes that react to TNT and other explosives. BAM spin-off supported by the EXIST funding programme.
Kyiv, Ukraine · 51-200Manufacturer of the Punisher reusable strike drone with 45 km combat range and modular payload system. Over 60 Punisher systems delivered to Ukrainian forces since 2022, completing thousands of combat missions.
Torres Vedras, Portugal · 11-50Portuguese UAS manufacturer producing fixed-wing and multicopter drones, loitering munitions and autopilots since 2005. Supplies the Portuguese Air Force and Portuguese Navy with its ELANUS loitering system, UXpilot autopilot and G2000B ruggedized ground control stations.
Celje, SloveniaSlovenian designer and manufacturer of tactical clothing and protective gear for military, SWAT and special forces units. Product line includes Striker XT combat shirts, Monsoon XT rain jackets and unit-specific camouflage pattern systems. Operated by Prevent & Deloza in Celje.
Kyiv, Ukraine · 51-200Manufactures ballistic helmets, armor plates, body armor suits, plate carriers and vehicle protection for Ukrainian military and law enforcement, with exports to the U.S. market under the UARM brand.
Kyiv, Ukraine · 51-200Ukrainian manufacturer of jet-powered and multi-purpose unmanned aircraft systems including the UJ-22 Airborne (800 km range, 20 kg payload), UJ-23 Topaz jet drone (800 km/h), and UJ-31/UJ-32 loitering munitions deployed by Ukrainian forces.
Wedel, Germany · 11-50Builds military inflatable boats and rigid-hull inflatables for special forces, rescue services and naval operations. Based near Hamburg, the company has designed customized boats for government agencies and security forces since 1987.
Geesteren, Netherlands · 1-10Non-lethal vehicle arrest systems for military and law enforcement. Products include the X-Net spiked net (stops vehicles up to 10 tonnes at 80 km/h, weighs 22 kg) and remote-controlled Shark Spike strip effective to 130 km/h.
Fürth, Germany · 11-50Develops and manufactures thermal imaging cameras and electronic modules for military, government and civilian use. Founded in 2012, the company produces all devices at its Fürth facility and serves as OEM partner for thermal imaging technology.
Marupe, Latvia · 11-50Manufacturer of the VR FOX 4x4 ultra-lightweight tactical vehicle for special forces and reconnaissance. Founded by motorsport engineers, the platform carries a 1-tonne payload at 160 km/h. Signed contract with Latvia's National Armed Forces for 30+ vehicles.
Prague, Czech Republic · 11-50High-resolution VR and mixed reality headsets built specifically for military pilot training and combat simulation.
Stockholm, Sweden · 51-200Nordic defence group with 176 employees supplying live-fire training, simulators, power supply, shelters and systems integration to FMV, the Swedish Armed Forces, KNDS, Lockheed Martin, L3Harris and NATO allies. Delivered CV90 simulators under a 126 MSEK KNDS contract in 2026.
Krupina, Slovakia · 51-200Manufacturer of the Božena remote-controlled demining system deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine. Also produces armoured Police Protection Units for crowd control and riot scenarios.
Radom, Poland · 11-50Arms manufacturer and special trade company founded in 2005, inheriting production documentation from the former Lucznik arms factory. Supplies weapons, ammunition and ballistic testing equipment to the Polish Armed Forces and police.
Bad Salzuflen, Germany · 11-50Tactical equipment manufacturer producing plate carriers, ballistic vests, magazine pouches and load-bearing systems for the Bundeswehr, police and special forces. All products are sewn in Germany to military TL specifications.