European Defence Companies Database

OroraTechMunich, Germany1

Builds a satellite constellation and wildfire management platform that detects and tracks fires as small as 10x10 metres across 500 million hectares globally, serving fire agencies and land managers in 25 countries.

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PIAP SpaceWarsaw, Poland1

Builds space robotics systems including manipulators, grippers and mechanical ground support equipment for satellite servicing, active debris removal and orbital missions.

QuSideBarcelona, Spain1

Builds quantum random number generators and randomness processing units that give encryption systems a hardware-verified source of entropy, covering embedded chipsets through to cloud-scale computing.

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Rowden TechnologiesBristol, United Kingdom1

Designs and manufactures edge computing, sensing and communications systems for defence, national security and resilience organisations operating in degraded or denied connectivity environments.

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north.ioKiel, Germany1

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.

AdargaLondon, United Kingdom

Builds AI software that processes vast amounts of open-source and classified information to deliver intelligence analysis for defence, national security and commercial organisations.

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NanoPyroNivelles, Belgium1

Royal 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.

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Novator SolutionsStockholm, Sweden1

Stockholm-based electronic warfare and signals intelligence company developing wideband COMINT receivers including the HUGIN family and ODEN 3001 intelligent RF spectrum recorder for national defence and SIGINT agencies.

Pangolin DéfenseBourges, France1

Ballistic protection company manufacturing modular body armour, vehicle armour kits, and anti-riot gear. Supplies the French DGA, Gendarmerie, and forces in 13+ countries.

Radical BuildersAmsterdam, Netherlands1

Develops unmanned vessels (USVs) for maritime operations with autonomous capabilities. Their first vessel is a solar-powered drone harvester for seaweed and marine debris cleanup operations.

SatlantisBilbao, Spain1

Builds very high-resolution optical imagers for Earth observation satellites. The iSIM instrument has flown on ISS missions and CubeSats launched on SpaceX Falcon 9, serving defence intelligence and methane monitoring customers.

SatRevWrocław, Poland1

NewSpace company specializing in the design, manufacture and deployment of nanosatellites for Earth observation. Founded in 2016, headquartered in Wroclaw, listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.

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SatVuLondon, United Kingdom1

Earth observation company providing the world's highest resolution commercial thermal imagery from satellites to monitor climate change, energy efficiency, and economic activity with 3.5m resolution thermal data.

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SEC TechnologiesLiptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia1

Manufacturer 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.

siliXconPrague, Czech Republic1

Czech manufacturer of high-power-density brushless motor controllers for UAVs, unmanned ground vehicles and e-mobility applications. Supplies dual-use ISR and counter-UAS drone platforms with modular PMSM/BLDC drive systems.

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SILMORRiga, Latvia1

Industrial marking specialist producing METALPHOTO aluminium nameplates, control panels and thermal camouflage solutions for military equipment. Exhibited at Eurosatory 2024. ISO 9001 certified since 2005.

SINTEG SystemsRotterdam, Netherlands1

SINTEG Systems is a TU Delft spin-off developing advanced inspection technologies for composite structures. Their wireless sensor systems enable in-situ, real-time, and non-intrusive evaluation of composite materials using innovative ultrasound-based inspection technology, providing quantifiable assessment of material integrity.

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Sky Engine AILondon, United Kingdom1

UK-based company providing a Generative AI Synthetic Data Cloud platform that creates fully annotated synthetic data and trains computer vision algorithms at scale for various industries.

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SpaceitTartu, Estonia1

Develops cloud-based satellite mission control software (MCSaaS) and operates a Space Cyber Range for space cybersecurity training. Spin-off of ESTCube-1, Estonia's first satellite mission. Prime contractor for ESA 4S Space Cyber Range and participant in NATO CCDCOE Locked Shields exercises.

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Spherical SystemsRotterdam, Netherlands1

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.

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Tern SystemsReykjavik, Iceland1

Air traffic management software provider delivering ATC automation and simulator training systems to military and civilian operators across Europe, Asia and Africa. Supplies air surveillance display systems to the Royal Thai Air Force and develops the ORION simulator suite for controller training.

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TexplainedSophia Antipolis, France1

Integrated circuit reverse engineering and hardware security lab specializing in backdoor detection, data extraction from black-box chips, and IC forensics. Serves government and defence supply chain security through its ChipJuice software and Le Lab facility in Sophia Antipolis.

U-SpaceToulouse, France1

Smallsat constellation manufacturer providing sovereign communications and earth observation platforms for defence and government.

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UAVSAVEBratislava, Slovakia1

Slovak UAV manufacturer developing mission-specific drone systems for defence and commercial use. Several systems have been tested in real battlefield conditions.

Victrix ArmamentsCazzano Sant'Andrea, Italy1

Italian 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.

Wild HornetsUkraine1

FPV attack drones and secure tactical communications systems, actively deployed by Ukrainian armed forces in combat.

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3D Phoenix DefenceLomianki, Poland

Official Polish partner of SPEE3D, distributing and servicing metal 3D printers for defence applications including rapid field repair and spare parts manufacturing.

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3D Talo FinlandKuopio, Finland

Kuopio-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.

3DfensePrague, Czech Republic

Czech aerospace startup producing containerised mobile drone factories capable of up to 6,400 UAVs per month, paired with fully 3D-printed VTOL platforms that can be configured as ISR drones, reusable bombers or kamikaze systems. Presented at MSPO 2025.

3IPKBratislava, Slovakia

3IPK develops blockchain-based digital solutions automating certification, supply chain, maintenance and program management processes for aerospace, defense and nuclear sectors. The first blockchain company accepted into Slovakia's Security and Defense Industry Association, 3IPK was awarded the European Space Agency's first blockchain software contract and operates from Bratislava and Toulouse.

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5.0 RoboticsTallinn, Estonia

Develops AI-driven, modular CNC machines and robotic manufacturing solutions for defence and field operations. Produces compact, energy-efficient manufacturing systems for on-site parts production and repair without limits.

52 North HealthCambridge, United Kingdom

52 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.

A-techSYNShannon, Ireland

Vertically integrated UAS manufacturer producing fixed-wing UAVs from 4 to 150 kg MTOW with up to 12 hours endurance. Supplies the Irish Naval Service and Defence Forces with surveillance drones and develops its own PilotUS autopilot system.

ABET High Tech SolutionsBra, Italy

Composite 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.

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AbtrionRy, Denmark

Builds AI-powered fixed-wing military drones from a Danish HQ in Ry, including the Strike OWA loitering munition with 100 km range, the Decoy swarmable radar-signature emulator, and the Target counter-UAS training drone.

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ACC InnovationÅtvidaberg, Sweden

Builds some of the world's largest VTOL quadcopter UAVs with payload capacities from 150 kg to 1,100 kg. Signed a 2025 cooperation agreement with Finland's Patria to militarise the Thunder Wasp GT for NATO customers.

Acecore TechnologiesUden, Netherlands

Hand-crafts high-performance quadcopter and multirotor drones for military and government use from its facility in Uden. Supplies the Royal Netherlands Army with Zoe M4 tactical UAVs for real-time 2D and 3D mapping in combat operations.

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ACORDE TechnologiesSantander, Spain

Santander-based RF specialist building solid-state power amplifiers, block upconverters, and low-noise receivers for space and defence satellite communications. Certified as a PYME Innovadora and competing with US primes in European military RF.

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ACUA OceanPlymouth, United Kingdom

Designs and operates the Pioneer-class small waterplane area twin hull USV for anti-submarine warfare, maritime ISR and critical national infrastructure monitoring, becoming the UK's first Remotely Operated Unmanned Vessel certified under Workboat Code 3 in 2025.

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Adamant QuantaLund, Sweden

Deep-tech startup developing chip-scale quantum sensors and diamond-based atomic clocks for resilient positioning, navigation and timing in GNSS-denied environments. Selected for NATO DIANA's 2026 cohort and backed by Industrifonden, Almi Invest and Navigare Ventures.

ADAMS Simulation and TrainingWittmund, Germany

Develops VR and mixed-reality flight simulators for Eurofighter and Tornado aircrew training. A Bundeswehr partner for over 20 years, staffed by 50+ engineers including former Luftwaffe pilots.

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AdaptronicsBologna, Italy

Adaptronics is a DeepTech startup developing energy-efficient electro-adhesion systems with dual-use robotics applications. Their proprietary Electro Active Adhesive Layer (EAAL) technology enables versatile electrostatic gripping with integrated tactile sensing, applicable to defense and commercial automation.

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Adler Armory GroupOpole, Poland

Licensed 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.

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ADV DefenseVilnius, Lithuania

Lithuanian defence technology company within Teltonika IoT Group, focused on UAS development, defence integration, and industrial cooperation along NATO's Eastern Flank.

AdvaiLondon, United Kingdom

UK leader in AI safety, security, and assurance providing testing, evaluation, and monitoring of AI systems. Works with UK Government's AI Safety Institute and Ministry of Defence to identify AI vulnerabilities and enable safe AI deployment in critical defence environments.

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Advanced Graphene ProductsZielona Gora, Poland

Europe's first mass graphene producer, manufacturing High Strength Metallurgical Graphene at industrial scale from its facility in Zielona Gora. Spin-off of Lodz University of Technology with defence-relevant applications in composites and coatings.

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Advanced Precision SystemsOslo, Norway

Develops Fenix, a software module that lets military drones execute dynamic in-motion strikes against static and moving targets using free-fall munitions or rocket-propelled warheads. Founded by an ex-Norwegian Army engineer who previously worked at Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.

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Advanced Radar TechnologiesMadrid, Spain

Madrid-based radar manufacturer spun out of the Technical University of Madrid in 2010, building 3D radars and airspace software for drone and artillery detection. Won the Spanish MoD's RAPER persistent aircraft approach radar contract.