European Defence Companies Database

SkyralLondon, United Kingdom5

Builds modelling and simulation software for strategic decision-making, creating synthetic environments and digital twins for defence and national security customers.

Skyral CoreA modular toolkit of simulation and modelling components for building high-fidelity synthetic environments, supporting agent-based modelling of large civilian populations with real-time behaviour tracking. The foundation platform on which Skyral's defence and government applications are built.View productsARCUSSkyral MirrorSkyral Shadow

StormshieldIssy-les-Moulineaux, France5

Develops network firewalls, endpoint protection and data encryption products for European defence, government and critical infrastructure organisations, as a subsidiary of Airbus CyberSecurity.

SNxr1200Extra-ruggedised encryption firewall designed for embedding in military vehicles, aircraft and spacecraft operating in critical environments with TEMPEST classification.View productsSNi10 Industrial FirewallSN-XL Series (SN6200)Stormshield Endpoint Security (SES)

SwissbitBronschhofen, Switzerland5

European manufacturer of industrial storage and hardware security solutions for mission-critical defence, aerospace, industrial and critical-infrastructure systems.

Defense & Aerospace rugged storageMission-critical storage portfolio for avionics, UAVs, tactical radios and satellite systems, designed for harsh environments, secure data handling, consistent performance and long-term supply. Swissbit highlights extended temperature ranges, shock and vibration resistance, ECC, end-to-end data-path protection and transparent European manufacturing.View productsPCIe M.2 SSD modulesiShield Key 2Modular cybersecurity storage products

Unmanned Defense SystemsVilnius, Lithuania5

Lithuanian defence company building UAV, ISTAR, loitering munition and SwarmC2 systems for networked battlefield operations.

Forecaster ISTAR UAVMini-segment endurance ISTAR UAV platform for surveillance, target acquisition, mapping and fire-support missions. Official specifications include 270 minutes endurance, 26 m/s maximum speed, 60 km radio line of sight and modular EO/IR retractable gimbals.View productsSwarmC2Avenger 5Hauler

KalrayMontbonnot-Saint-Martin, France4

Designs manycore processor chips and PCIe acceleration cards for AI inference, 5G packet processing and storage acceleration in data centres and edge deployments.

MPPA Coolidge ProcessorKalray's third-generation manycore chip, featuring 80 parallel processing cores and delivering 25 TOPS. The MPPA architecture is the foundation for all Kalray acceleration cards, designed for data-centric workloads that require high throughput with low and predictable power consumption, spanning AI inferencing, packet processing, storage and smart vision.View productsTURBOCARD4K300K200-LP

Brolis DefenceVilnius, Lithuania3

Designs and manufactures electro-optical and laser systems for soldiers, border surveillance and airborne or naval platforms, drawing on in-house semiconductor expertise developed since 2011.

Laser Aiming and Illumination SystemsA family of laser devices for targeting, marking, illumination and designation across visible to extended SWIR wavelengths. Named models include the LP5X (handheld or weapon-mounted pointer for close to medium distances), the FTAL LS-850e (optimised for extra-long distances) and SM and LM series illuminators covering ranges from meters to tens of kilometres. All devices are designed for dismounted soldier use.View productsThermal Sights and Surveillance CamerasSWIR Weapon Sights and CamerasNight Vision Devices

EIDELEidsvoll, Norway3

Norwegian defence and space electronics company designing secure communications, crypto distribution, radio control and rugged data-acquisition systems for mission-critical environments.

RCDS Remote Crypto Distribution SystemNATO SECRET SECAN-evaluated remote crypto distribution system for secure re-keying from a central hub. RCDS supports DS-101/DS-102, Link-11, Link-16, IFF Mode 5, SATURN and ED4-2, and has been operational in NATO countries and programmes since 2010.View productsRCS Radio Control SystemSecure Data LinkSSL Secure Satellite Link

Eurolink SystemsRome, Italy3

Eurolink Systems provides defence and aerospace technology integration, rugged embedded electronics, RF systems, unmanned platforms, and lifecycle support for mission-critical applications.

Beluga-T Mini DroneTethered mini-UAS designed for harsh environments, GPS-denied operation, persistent surveillance, communications relay, emergency response and military/security situational awareness. Eurolink says Beluga-T can be operational within two minutes, withstand -25C to 55C temperatures and crosswinds up to 45 km/h, and is IP67 protected.View productsBeluga Mini-UAS FamilyRF and Microwave ComponentsComputing Modules and Systems

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Spin.WorksLisbon, Portugal3

Portuguese aerospace company developing optical instruments, hyperspectral payloads, computer vision, AI and guidance, navigation and control systems for satellites, UAVs and planetary missions.

Hyperspectral Imager HS1First hyperspectral camera developed by Spin.Works and flown on the AEROS satellite. HS1 acquires VIS-NIR imagery from 470-900 nm in 140 bands at up to 70 fps, with 55 m/pixel ground resolution at 500 km altitude and onboard hypercube alignment and lossless image compression.View productsHigh-Resolution VNIR-SWIR Camera VS1Star Tracker ST1ASTRIIS UAS hyperspectral and thermal gimbal

Teleplan ForsbergHeywood, United Kingdom3

Teleplan Forsberg delivers assured positioning, navigation and timing systems for mission-critical aerospace, defence, marine, security and space operations.

GNSS SystemsGNSS receiver, antenna and networking products for assured positioning and timing.View productsOEM GNSS GPS ReceiversGNSS AntennasInertial Navigation Systems and IMUs

Blighter Surveillance SystemsCambridge, United Kingdom2

Designs and manufactures electronic-scanning ground-based radar systems for land, coastal and aerial threat surveillance.

B422LR Border Surveillance RadarLong-range border surveillance radar for persistent all-weather monitoring, detecting walking people up to 15 km away and larger targets at more than 30 km.View productsB400 Series RadarsC400 Series RadarsA800 Mk 2 4D Multi-Mode Radar

Drone DefenceNottingham, United Kingdom2

Drone Defence develops counter-drone and airspace security systems for protected sites, combining drone detection, tracking, identification and defeat technologies.

AeroSentryDrone detection system for monitoring and identifying drone activity across protected airspace.View productsAeroSentry MarineAeroEyeAeroSense

Look Up SpaceToulouse, France2

Look Up Space develops space surveillance and space domain awareness systems for detecting, tracking, analysing and protecting satellites and orbital infrastructure.

Detect and TrackSpace surveillance capability for detecting and tracking orbital objects and events.View productsAnalyze and InformAct and ProtectRadar

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AURAPrague, Czech Republic1

Czech defence software company supplying military logistics, NATO codification and defence-standard management systems to defence departments and national codification bureaus.

LIS - Logistics Information SystemMilitary logistics information system for the Czech defence sector, covering material supply and distribution, warehouse management, maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment, transport, logistics services, movable and immovable asset management, crisis management, military operations support and defence standardisation.View productsMC CATALOGUEMCC Industry / MCC ServiceIS STAN

Granta AutonomyVilnius, Lithuania1

Builds reconnaissance drones, micro gimbals and digital data links for ISTAR missions and contested unmanned systems operations.

Hornet XRHornet XR is a hand-launched fixed-wing UAS for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance missions. The aircraft weighs 2.9 kg, has a 1.6 m wingspan and can fly for up to 3 hours with total range up to 160 km. It supports pre-planned autonomous missions, radio-silent operation and deep-stall landing for recovery in confined areas.View productsGS-214X and GS-218X gimbalsDigital Data LinkGA-10FPV-AI

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Interactive SoftwareBucharest, Romania1

Interactive Software is a Romanian defence software company developing and integrating C4I, C2, C4ISR and battle-management systems for defence and homeland security customers.

BC2A HQTurnkey command-and-control solution for headquarters, command posts and joint echelons, offering collaborative C2 workflows, common operational picture, GIS tools, operational reports, alerts, ORBAT/TASKORG management and NATO-standard interoperability including MIP, STANAG 5525, STANAG 5527 and AdatP-3.View productsBC2A PlatformBC2A LeaderInteractive GeoDefense

Milrem RoboticsTallinn, Estonia1

Estonian defence robotics company building unmanned ground vehicles for NATO and allied forces. Maker of the THeMIS multi-role UGV and Type-X robotic combat vehicle, deployed by militaries in over 19 countries.

THeMISA modular tracked unmanned ground vehicle for combat support, logistics, and casualty evacuation. Deployed in Ukraine and in service with nine NATO members. The platform weighs around 1,500 kg and can carry payloads up to 750 kg. It supports multiple mission configurations including ISR, route clearance, and CBRN detection. Over 200 units have been delivered to armed forces worldwide.View productsVECTORHAVOCType-X Robotic Combat Vehicle

Rollo RoboticsViljandi, Estonia1

Rollo Robotics builds 1ROLLO, an autonomous one-wheeled security robot platform for outdoor patrol, situational awareness and fleet-managed security operations.

1ROLLO Autonomous Security RobotOne-wheeled autonomous ground robot for continuous security patrol, obstacle navigation, operational data collection and real-time scene analysis in outdoor environments.View productsAI Situational AwarenessFleet Management PlatformExpandable Payload Platform

SenopHelsinki, Finland1

Develops optronics, night vision, fire control, surveillance and critical communications systems for defence, security and industrial users.

AFCD TIAdvanced Fire Control Device Thermal Imager for Carl-Gustaf M4 and M3 users, integrating thermal imaging, day camera, laser rangefinder, inertial measurement and ballistic computation in one sight.View productsHUSKY FCTSSenop Clip IRLUKE Soldier's Laser Sight

RatelZaporizhzhia, Ukraine5

Ratel develops Ukrainian unmanned ground vehicles for combat, logistics, evacuation, reconnaissance support and other military ground-robotics missions.

Ratel XA six-wheeled multipurpose ground robotic platform for logistics and special-purpose missions, with at least 400 kg payload, at least 115 km control radius and up to 100 km range on road or off-road terrain.View productsRatel HRatel S

RiftFrance5

French aerial intelligence startup building an autonomous long-range VTOL drone network for persistent surveillance of borders, critical infrastructure and public-safety missions.

Rift Aerial Intelligence NetworkOn-demand network of autonomous long-endurance drones, launch stations and remote command infrastructure that gives governments and operators persistent visibility over critical environments without owning and staffing full drone fleets.View productsLong-Range VTOL UAVAutonomous Launch Stations

RobCoMunich, Germany5

Develops and manufactures modular robot automation solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, offering flexible hardware kits and no-code software platforms.

Modular Robot KitA configurable industrial robot system built from interchangeable modules, supporting 1 to 8 axes with up to 40 kg payload, 2.5 m reach, and 0.1 mm repeat accuracy — deployable within weeks via a Robotics-as-a-Service model.View productsRobVisionRobFlow

SAF TehnikaRiga, Latvia5

SAF Tehnika develops microwave radio systems, spectrum analyzers and wireless monitoring equipment, including secure communications and RF tools for defence and critical infrastructure.

Integra-X2A full-outdoor dual-transceiver microwave radio for mission-critical networks, supporting 2+0 XPIC and dual-band operation, AES-256 encryption and up to 10 Gbps through external aggregation.View productsSpectrum CompactPhoeniX G2

ScanwayWroclaw, Poland5

Designs and manufactures optical payloads for Earth observation satellites and industrial machine vision systems for automated quality control in manufacturing.

SOP — Scanway Optical PayloadA telescope series designed for Earth observation and other remote sensing applications, compatible with micro- and nanosatellites. Supports multiple spectral bands including visible, near-infrared and shortwave infrared imaging with configurable ground sample distance. Custom optical and mechanical design is offered for each mission.View productsSCS — Scanway Camera SystemIndustrial Vision Systems (CUMULUS, STRATUS, NIMBUS, CIRRUS)

SchiebelWiener Neustadt, Austria5

Austrian defence manufacturer of CAMCOPTER unmanned air systems, naval ISR platforms and mine detection systems used by European and international armed forces.

CAMCOPTER S-100Operationally proven VTOL unmanned air system for maritime and land ISR, surveillance, target acquisition and shipborne operations.View productsCAMCOPTER S-300Mine Detection Systems

DigitalPlatformsRome, Italy4

Italian industrial group providing end-to-end IoT and cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure, defence, and public administration sectors.

TEMPEST All-in-One PCAn SDIP 27/2-certified secure workstation with physical key lock and emission shielding, approved by NATO and the Council of the European Union for processing classified data.View productsTEMPEST Video Conference SystemAIDA46 Cybersecurity Platform

Druid SoftwareDublin, Ireland4

Private 5G and 4G/LTE core network software for defence, public safety, and enterprise. Raemis platform deployed for NATO CCDCOE cyber defence exercises and US DoD tactical edge applications supporting 800-member military battalions.

Raemis Private Cellular CorePrivate 4G/5G core network platform for enterprise, public safety, industrial IoT and defence communications deployments.View productsDefence Mobile SolutionsPublic Safety Networks

CERBAIRMontrouge, France3

Develops radio frequency counter-drone systems for armed forces, government institutions and critical infrastructure operators, covering detection, identification and neutralisation of hostile UAVs.

HYDRAA radio frequency drone detection system that analyses electromagnetic spectrum signatures to identify drones and their remote controllers. Available in three variants (HYDRA 100, 200 and 300) with detection ranges up to 7 km, it operates in stationary, mobile and vehicle-integrated configurations. Its algorithms are tuned to drone-specific RF signatures, keeping false alarm rates low by filtering out birds and other aircraft. HYDRA has been navalized for integration aboard French Navy patrol vessels.View productsMEDUSACHIMERA

CervusUnited Kingdom3

UK defence technology SME building data-driven training, performance analytics and decision-support products for military organisations at the tactical edge.

XcalibrMarksmanship analytics system that captures, scores and visualises live, dry and simulated shooting performance in real time for soldiers, instructors and commanders.View productsForgeHive

ClavisterÖrnsköldsvik, Sweden3

Örnsköldsvik-based network security pioneer that built one of the world's first firewalls in 1997. Today supplies next-generation firewall, VPN and zero-trust solutions to defence, government and telecom customers including the Swedish Armed Forces.

Clavister CyberArmourMilitary-grade AI-powered next-generation firewall designed for defence missions and secure connectivity in operational environments.View productsClavister TactiGate XDClavister NetShield

CYSEC SALausanne, Switzerland3

Swiss cybersecurity company securing cloud, on-premises and orbital systems with confidential computing and encrypted satellite-communications products.

ARCA SATLINKEnd-to-end satellite communication security product implementing CCSDS Space Data Link Security at the frame level for telemetry, telecommand and payload data. It supports encryption, authentication, OTAR key management, replay protection, link monitoring, CCSDS TM/TC/AOS/USLP compatibility and FPGA acceleration up to 10 Gbps.View productsARCA SATCOMARCA Trusted OS

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GreenjetsLondon, United Kingdom3

Develops quiet, safe electric propulsion systems and jet engines for aircraft including drones, air taxis, and regional aircraft to accelerate sustainable aviation.

Aspen 212A 212mm ducted fan propulsion unit producing 5 kg static thrust at 500g weight, achieving 93% noise reduction and 45% greater efficiency than an open propeller of the same diameter.View productsSycamore 160Hemlock

MirSenseOrsay, France3

Develops quantum cascade lasers and photoacoustic gas sensing modules for defence, security, industrial and environmental monitoring applications.

uniMirDistributed feedback quantum cascade lasers for spectroscopy applications across the 10-19 micrometre wavelength range, including long-wave infrared gas detection use cases.View productsMIRCHIP XPOWERMIR

SensegloveDelft, Netherlands3

Develops force and haptic feedback gloves that enable users to feel virtual objects in VR for training and research applications.

SenseGlove Nova 2Wireless haptic glove with active palm contact feedback, 20N force feedback per finger via magnetic friction brakes, and vibrotactile actuators, priced at $5,999 per pair for VR training and prototyping.View productsSenseGlove R1VR Training Solutions

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TEHTRISBordeaux, France3

Extended detection and response (XDR) cybersecurity platform protecting enterprise and defence endpoints against advanced threats.

TEHTRIS XDR AI PlatformUnified cybersecurity console that orchestrates EDR, SIEM, MTD, NTA, Honeypots, and DNS Firewall modules into a single AI-powered detection and response platform, deployed in under 24 hours for enterprises with 100,000+ endpoints.View productsEDR OPTIMUSSOAR

EM&E GroupMadrid, Spain2

Remote weapon stations, robotic EOD systems, and precision defence mechanisms. Major Spanish Ministry of Defence supplier.

GUARDIAN Remote Weapon StationsFamily of gyro-stabilised land weapon stations from the 120 kg ASPIS to the 30mm GUARDIAN 30, with dual-axis stabilisation, automatic target tracking, and anti-drone hardkill capability via Gatling M134D integration.View productsFEROX 6x6 Armoured Vehicleaunav EOD Robots

Sekoia.ioParis, France2

Builds a SOC platform combining extended detection and response (XDR) with cyber threat intelligence for European enterprises and government organisations.

Sekoia DefendAn open XDR and SIEM platform that collects and correlates security data from endpoints, networks and cloud environments. It combines built-in threat intelligence, SIGMA-based correlation rules, retro-hunting and SOAR automation playbooks to detect and respond to attacks. Named a Leader in the Frost Radar for XDR in 2023.View productsSekoia IntelligenceSekoia Reveal

VarjoHelsinki, Finland2

Builds military-grade XR headsets and simulation software for defence training across air, land and sea operations.

XR-4 SeriesMixed reality headset with dual 4K-per-eye mini-LED displays, 120x105 degree field of view, 200Hz eye tracking, and 51 pixels-per-degree resolution for flight and vehicle simulation training.View productsXR-4 Secure EditionXR-4 Focal Edition

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KNL NetworksOulu, Finland1

Finnish maritime IoT connectivity company that developed secure mesh network technology for global maritime communications. Acquired by Telenor Maritime in 2020.

CNHF ManpackPortable tactical wideband HF radio with cognitive spectrum sensing, receiving over 4,000 calling channels simultaneously, supporting data rates up to 300 kbps with AES256 encryption and SATCOM-denied operation.View productsCNHF1 RadioCNHF Evolve

Pearson EngineeringNewcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom1

UK combat engineering company building armoured vehicle attachments, minefield breaching equipment, route-proving systems and robotics for battlefield mobility and survivability.

Minefield Breaching Mission PayloadRCV-Pioneer payload for remote and autonomous minefield breaching, reducing soldier exposure during combat engineering operations.View productsRCV-PioneerInterchangeable Combat Engineering Equipment

SatcubeGothenburg, Sweden1

Satellite communications company developing lightweight, portable satellite terminals that provide high-speed broadband connectivity anywhere on the planet through High Throughput Satellites.

Satcube KuAn 8 kg portable Ku-band satellite terminal that provides up to 20 Mbps broadband connectivity in under one minute, with IP65/IP67 certification and battery operation down to -35 degrees C.View productsSatcube SecureSatcube Motion

Reflex AerospaceBerlin, Germany5

Designs and builds custom satellite platforms — optical, SAR and SATCOM — for LEO, delivering flight-ready satellites in under 12 months.

Custom Satellite PlatformReflex's core offering: a bespoke LEO satellite bus designed and built around the customer's payload, whether optical imaging, SAR or SATCOM. The platform is manufactured at the Munich microfactory and can be delivered flight-ready in under 12 months. This speed is achieved through modern manufacturing methods, a vertically integrated supply chain and reusable design architecture rather than a one-size-fits-all bus.View productsOPTIMAS

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Rocket Factory AugsburgAugsburg, Germany5

Develops the RFA ONE small launch vehicle and Redshift orbital transfer vehicle to deliver satellites to any orbit from European spaceports.

RFA ONEA three-stage small launch vehicle standing 30 metres tall, powered by nine Helix staged-combustion engines on the first stage. It delivers up to 1,300 kg to 500 km sun-synchronous orbit, 850 kg to 2,000 km polar orbit, or 450 kg to geostationary transfer orbit. The rocket uses stainless steel tanks with common bulkheads and automotive-grade composite interstages manufactured on in-house automated tape-laying equipment. It is offered in dedicated and rideshare configurations, with first-stage recovery planned for a future variant.View productsRedshift OTV

Tytan TechnologiesMunich, Germany5

Builds autonomous interceptor drones that detect, track and intercept hostile unmanned aircraft, designed for low cost per interception and production in large numbers.

TI-1 METISThe long-endurance interceptor in TYTAN's range, intended for layered defence over a wide area against NATO Class II unmanned aircraft. It is guided by ground radar and autonomous navigation and finds its target with a thermal camera and AI-based detection. The company designs it to work alongside existing air defence layers.View productsTI-2 EOS

UMS SkeldarSweden5

Swedish unmanned aircraft systems company building the SKELDAR V-200 heavy-fuel VTOL platform for maritime ISR, target acquisition and electronic warfare missions.

SKELDAR V-200Heavy-fuel VTOL unmanned aircraft system for maritime ISR, target acquisition, electronic warfare payloads and shipborne operations.View productsSKELDAR V-200 Heavy Fuel Capability

LatitudeReims, France4+

Builds a dedicated launch vehicle for small satellites, along with the 3D-printed Navier rocket engines that power it.

Latitude LauncherA two-stage rocket standing 19 metres tall that carries payloads of up to 300 kg to low Earth orbit, aimed at operators who want a dedicated flight rather than a rideshare slot. Seven Navier engines power the first stage, while the second stage uses a vacuum-optimised Navier plus an auxiliary propulsion system that circularises the orbit and later deorbits the vehicle. Latitude designs, builds and tests it in France and is targeting one launch per week once operations ramp up. The rocket was called Zephyr until early 2026, when the company dropped the name.View productsNavier

PhysicsXLondon, United Kingdom4

Builds physics simulation platforms that use machine learning to accelerate engineering design for aerospace and defence applications.

PhysicsX PlatformThe AI-Native Engineering Platform combines physics-based simulation with deep learning to accelerate product development across the full engineering lifecycle. It includes a Simulation Workbench for data management and 2D/3D analysis, an AI Workbench for building and deploying Deep Physics Models, no-code Engineering Applications for optimisation workflows, a Model Catalog of pre-built and custom AI models, and a Data Unification layer that serves as a central record for experimental and operational data. The platform supports multi-cloud and on-premises deployment and integrates with major CAE tools.View productsLGM-Aero

Six RoboticsOslo, Norway5

Norwegian defence autonomy company building Valkyrie swarming software that lets unmanned systems collaborate, adapt and execute missions as intelligent teams.

Valkyrie Autonomy PlatformAutonomous software platform that enables unmanned systems to collaborate, adapt and execute missions together as an intelligent team. Valkyrie is designed for swarming autonomy, operator control of multiple robotic systems and contested defence operations, with partner integrations handled through programmes with STARK, Teleplan Globe and Robot Aviation.View products