Builds secure data exchange platforms, digital identity systems and maritime surveillance infrastructure for governments in 40+ countries, with roots in creating the technology behind e-Estonia.
Operates a European GPU cloud platform for AI training and inference, with data centers in Finland and Iceland running on 100% renewable energy. Now trading as Verda.
Graph and AI investigation platform that fuses siloed data into a unified knowledge graph, used by defence agencies, national intelligence services and financial institutions to uncover hidden networks and conduct complex investigations.
Builds post-quantum cryptography, sovereign AI and space traffic management products for defence, government and critical infrastructure operators across Europe and NATO.
Builds counter-drone systems that detect, track and neutralise unauthorised UAVs for military, government and critical infrastructure operators across 35+ countries.
Manufactures ballistic and blast-protected container systems for military command posts, field camps and nuclear applications, certified to NATO STANAG standards.
Distributes agricultural and industrial drones, runs drone services operations and integrates unmanned systems across Ukraine, Eastern Europe and international markets.
Designs 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.
ELDIS Pardubice is the leading Czech manufacturer of active radar systems for air traffic control and defence applications. Established in 1991 and part of Czechoslovak Group since 2017, the company produces the RL-2000 Primary Surveillance Radar, MSSR-1 Secondary Surveillance Radar, and PAR-E Precision Landing Radar, serving customers in over 25 countries.
Builds remote-controlled platforms for humanitarian demining and explosive ordnance disposal, deployed across conflict zones from Ukraine to Iraq and Colombia.
Manufactures 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.
Designs and manufactures full-stack superconducting quantum computers for research institutions, HPC centres and enterprises, available on-premises or via cloud.
Runs a distributed network of precision factories powered by MasonOS, its proprietary software platform, manufacturing high-precision components for aerospace, defence and critical industries.
German aerospace startup developing cryogenic fluid management systems, valves, pumps and orbital refuelling technology for reusable launch and space mobility.
Designs, builds and operates long-range cargo drones and dual-use unmanned platforms, including the Black Swan — a NATO Class III aircraft carrying 350 kg over 2,500 km.
Manufactures steered-fibre carbon composite parts for aerospace, defence and space using its patented Rapid Tow Shearing process, producing components up to 65% lighter than conventional composites at production scale.
Builds ultra-fast laser beam steering systems for counter-drone defence and high-speed industrial laser manufacturing, developed as a spin-off from Laser Zentrum Hannover.
Builds trapped-ion quantum computers using proprietary microwave-based MAGIC technology for industrial applications in optimization, materials simulation and logistics.
Builds Spectrum, a two-stage liquid-fuelled launch vehicle carrying up to 1,000 kg to low Earth orbit, serving the small and medium satellite market from launch sites in Norway and French Guiana.
Maritime connectivity company building AI-driven 5G mesh networks for offshore, autonomous and contested environments. Selected for NATO DIANA Mission Track in 2026.
Builds air-breathing electric propulsion systems that allow satellites to operate continuously in Very Low Earth Orbit at around 200 km altitude, using atmospheric air and solar power in place of onboard fuel.
Destinus is a European defence manufacturer building scalable strike and air-defence systems, including interceptors, cruise systems and deep-strike platforms.
Glasses-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.
Domo Tactical Communications develops tactical wireless communications, MANET networking and video links for defence, public safety, unmanned systems and mission-critical operations.
Ammunition 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.
Develops Veronte autopilots and safety-critical avionics for UAVs, UGVs, USVs, and eVTOLs. Certified to DO-178C and DO-254 standards, products flown by defence and commercial operators across four continents.
Develops hybrid-electric heavy-lift VTOL aircraft, including the uncrewed Victor U250-M for military resupply, carrying 250 kg over 300+ km. Signed an MoU with Rheinmetall in June 2026 to set up Victor U250 production in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Designs biomimetic underwater robots and acoustic communication systems for naval and offshore operations. Products include autonomous underwater vehicles inspired by penguin locomotion and dolphin-based acoustic modems for subsea positioning. Founded in 2000 in Berlin.
Polish defence software company building NATO ISR and logistics systems including LOGFAS and the NATO Routing Hub. Partnered with Northrop Grumman on C2 projects and awarded EU EDOCC contracts.
Exosens develops amplification, detection and imaging technologies for defence, night vision, surveillance, nuclear, scientific and industrial applications.
Electric propulsion systems, the spacevan orbital transfer vehicle and ExoOPS mission-design software for satellite operators. Delivered a bespoke version of ExoOPS to the French Space Command under a contract with the Defence Innovation Agency.
A geospatial analytics company that provides drone-based 3D mapping technology and digital twin creation platforms for real-time intelligence, terrain analysis, and situational awareness applications.
Czech Technical University spinout building fully autonomous multi-robot UAV systems, including the ROS-based F4F RoboFly research drone and the DroneBuilder custom configuration tool. All UAV platforms are NDAA-compliant for defence and government customers.
Frequentis builds safety-critical communication and information systems for air traffic management, defence, public safety, maritime and public transport operations.
Manufactures 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.
Develops and manufactures UAV drones for reconnaissance and surveillance missions, offering modular, encrypted drone systems with dual-use applications for professional security operations.
Develops manoeuvrable hypersonic vehicles for European defence, using a modular design and its own simulation software to move from concept to test flight in months.
Europe's leading open-market manufacturer of navigation-grade accelerometers and tactical-grade Coriolis vibratory gyroscopes. Produces inertial sensors from a 6,000 m2 cleanroom facility in Dublin for defence, aerospace, space, and maritime applications.
Dutch smallsat manufacturer building CubeSat platforms and satellite systems from Delft. Has launched 101 satellites and delivered 784 subsystems. Signed a framework agreement with the Dutch Ministry of Defence to develop, build, and launch military reconnaissance satellites.
Develops AI-powered onboard satellite processors that analyse Earth observation data in orbit, reducing dependence on ground stations. The Leopard data processor is used by ESA for in-orbit computing.
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