European Defence Companies Database

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X Reality FactoryValencia, Spain3

Builds an extended reality and AI command-and-control platform for defence, emergency management and critical infrastructure decision-making.

Aerodata AGBraunschweig, Germany2

Builds flight inspection systems and airborne surveillance platforms for aviation authorities, military and government agencies worldwide, and holds the world market leader position in flight inspection.

GermandronesBerlin, Germany2

Builds VTOL fixed-wing drones for ISR, border surveillance, inspection and tactical military operations, sold to armed forces and security agencies across Europe.

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GuardiarisLjubljana, Slovenia2

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.

KvertusIvano-Frankivsk, Ukraine2

Develops and manufactures electronic warfare and signals intelligence systems for UAV detection, suppression and protection of Ukrainian armed forces personnel and infrastructure.

OPTOMANVilnius, Lithuania2

Designs and manufactures high-damage-threshold laser optics for defence laser systems, directed energy weapons, missile guidance and space applications, using ion beam sputtering technology.

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Sybilla TechnologiesBydgoszcz, Poland2

Builds satellite tracking telescopes, observatory hardware and real-time collision avoidance software for space situational awareness.

Ubiq AerospaceTrondheim, Norway2

Builds modular electro-thermal ice detection and protection systems for UAVs, drones and next-generation aircraft operating in icing conditions.

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AresysMilan, Italy1

Designs SAR simulation tools, radar instruments, EO data processors and value-added analytics services for European and international space missions.

DedroneKassel, Germany1

Builds counter-drone systems that detect, track and neutralise unauthorised UAVs for military, government and critical infrastructure operators across 35+ countries.

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AvilusIsmaning, Germany2

Builds dual-use unmanned aircraft in the 500-1000 kg class for military medical evacuation, tactical airlift and long-range surveillance, operated under its own Light UAS Operator Certificate.

CybsafeLondon, United Kingdom2

Adaptive human risk management platform that uses behavioral science and data to detect and reduce cybersecurity risks caused by employee behavior.

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OvzonSolna, Sweden2

Delivers high-throughput SATCOM-as-a-Service for government and defence forces on the move, built on the Ovzon 3 geostationary satellite with steerable spot beams and on-board processing.

3YOURMINDBerlin, Germany2

Builds on-demand manufacturing software that helps defence and industrial organisations identify spare parts suitable for additive manufacturing and manage distributed production workflows.

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4C StrategiesStockholm, Sweden2

Builds military training management software and organisational resilience platforms for NATO armed forces and critical infrastructure operators worldwide.

Gama SpaceIvry-sur-Seine, France2

Builds drag sails and solar sails for satellite deorbiting and deep space propulsion.

iComatAthens, Greece2

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.

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north.ioKiel, Germany2

Builds cloud and on-premises big data platforms for managing, processing and visualising underwater and terrestrial sensor data, serving navies, offshore wind operators and hydrographic agencies.

AnzenMadrid, Spain1

Provides safety, reliability and airworthiness engineering services for aerospace and defence programmes, and develops MBSE-based safety analysis software for complex systems.

Stanhope AILondon, United Kingdom2

Builds brain-inspired autonomous AI software for robots and drones, using Active Inference and the Free Energy Principle to enable adaptive decision-making on edge devices without large training datasets.

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SwissDronesBuchs, Switzerland2

Builds and operates the SDO 50 V3, a long-range turbine-powered unmanned helicopter for BVLOS infrastructure inspection, aerial surveillance and search-and-rescue missions.

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AccurisionLustenau, Austria2

Austrian high-tech company specializing in GNSS technology that develops cost-efficient electronic warfare solutions including GNSS jammers and countermeasures. Provides AIGIS™ systems for jamming all GNSS constellations, frequency bands, and signals up to 15km range.

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CogniwarePrague, Czech Republic2

Prague-based intelligence software company developing Argos, an AI platform for evidence investigation, criminal intelligence and counter-terrorism. Combines object detection, facial recognition and knowledge-graph analytics for law enforcement and defence agencies.

CyNationLondon, United Kingdom2

Integrated risk management and analytics company focused on managing digital vulnerabilities inherent in third-party ecosystems. CyDesk platform uses AI and machine learning to automatically evaluate risks from over 900 data sources for cybersecurity, compliance, and business risk management.

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Garam ElektronikVallentuna, Sweden2

Designs and manufactures customised cable assemblies, connectors and interconnection systems for Swedish defence and industrial customers across air, naval, land and space domains. SOFF member founded in 1977 with production sites in Vallentuna and Estonia.

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Gibson RoboticsUnited Kingdom2

Scotland-based developer of autonomous counter-UAS drones, building the Red Kite fixed-wing drone hunter with patented net capture mechanism and the Shadow Hawk aerial defence platform for critical national infrastructure protection.

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GScanTallinn, Estonia2

Develops cosmic-ray based 3D imaging solutions using muon tomography technology for non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring of critical infrastructure.

HozintBrussels, Belgium2

Situational awareness platform combining AI and human intelligence for real-time open-source threat monitoring. Processes over 115,000 alerts monthly across dozens of languages for defence, security, and intelligence clients.

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ISPASMoss, Norway2

Radar specialist founded in 2001 building FMCW Ku-band oil spill detection systems, Radar Cross Section measurement equipment, and the Nordic Training Emitter — a high-power X-band RF signal generator that simulates real radar systems for defence training and operational readiness.

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link22Linköping, Sweden2

Linköping cybersecurity company building cross-domain communication, cryptography, and USB sanitisation products for Swedish defence forces and government agencies handling classified information. Founded 2006 by ex-IT-industry engineers.

Marduk TechnologiesTallinn, Estonia2

Estonian defence tech company developing AI-powered situational awareness and battlefield management systems for NATO forces.

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MindgardLancaster, United Kingdom2

Automated AI red teaming and security testing. First company to apply dynamic application security testing methodology to AI systems.

Mutable TacticsCambridge, United Kingdom2

Builds Mastermind, an edge-native agentic AI box that turns cheap third-party drones into coordinated autonomous squads operating in denied environments. Raised $2.1M pre-seed in 2026 led by Seraphim Space with backing from the UK National Security Strategic Investment Fund.

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PasqalMassy, France2

Builds neutral-atom quantum processors for industrial optimization and simulation. Partners with MBDA on defence optimization and Thales on satellite mission planning, backed by France's Defence Innovation Fund with over €340 million in financing.

PhonexiaBrno, Czech Republic2

Brno-based voice biometrics and speech recognition company serving intelligence agencies, law enforcement and defence forensic labs in 60 countries. Products include Voice Inspector for forensic voice analysis and a speech-to-text platform for on-premise SIGINT.

Q*BirdDelft, Netherlands2

Develops quantum key distribution (QKD) technology providing ultra-secure data communications and quantum networking solutions for critical infrastructure.

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Rotors & CamsBudapest, Hungary2

Hungarian manufacturer of custom multirotor, fixed-wing and hybrid UAV systems for defence and industrial applications. Founded 2014, ISO 9001 certified with in-house R&D, system integration, and small-to-medium series production capabilities.

Sagax CommunicationsBudapest, Hungary2

Hungarian designer and manufacturer of SIGINT, COMINT, ELINT and electronic warfare receiver systems. Integrated platforms offer 40 MHz real-time bandwidth to 6 GHz, built-in direction finding and spectrum recording. Product line ranges from man-portable receivers to fixed operation-site installations.

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SnigelDesignFarsta, Sweden2

Tactical 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.

TrackDeepTallinn, Estonia2

AI-powered drone detection, tracking, and pilot localization platform for critical infrastructure protection and national airspace security.

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AcodyneFrederiksberg, Denmark1

Danish unmanned eVTOL cargo aircraft developer building heavy-lift drones for offshore logistics and frontline resupply. The E200 carries 200 kg at 450 km/h using a proprietary ducted-fan system, with a 100-500 kg payload family powered by the eThor AI flight suite.

AleetPoland1

Digital twin technology and AI-driven fleet routing platform for defence logistics optimization and supply chain resilience.

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Argus Remote SystemsLaksevåg, Norway1

Bergen-based manufacturer of electric ROV systems ranging from inspection-class units to heavy work-class vehicles rated to 7,000 metres, with over-the-horizon control via Starlink and Kongsberg Maritime Broadband Radio. Has delivered ROV systems to defence customers for more than 25 years.

Ascent LuminaRiga, Latvia1

AI computer vision company developing efficient, reliable and secure AI solutions to help increase situational awareness. Creates real-time AI object detectors and classificators that augment RGB or thermal camera video streams.

AutoAgriVanvikan, Norway1

Develops and manufactures autonomous, electric ground vehicles (UGV) for agriculture, park, defence applications and R&D. Their modular vehicle concept has potential as a cost-effective dual-use solution for defence applications.

BlackwallTallinn, Estonia1

AI-powered cybersecurity platform protecting businesses from malicious bot traffic, scrapers, and automated attacks. Rebranded from BotGuard. EUR45M Series B led by Dawn Capital.

CrowdSecParis, France1

Open-source collaborative cybersecurity engine using crowd-sourced threat intelligence to block malicious activity in real time.

CrystalSpaceTallinn, Estonia1

Manufactures space-qualified cameras and edge AI vision systems for autonomous defence platforms, with 200+ cameras delivered across satellite, rover, and lunar missions.