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SpacebelLiège, Belgium5

Develops flight software, ground segment systems and Earth observation data platforms for European space missions, from satellites and launchers to small satellite systems.

SwarmerKyiv, Ukraine5+

Develops hardware-agnostic collaborative autonomy software for drone swarms, helping one operator coordinate large numbers of unmanned systems in contested environments.

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Sybilla TechnologiesBydgoszcz, Poland5

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

TAF IndustriesKyiv, Ukraine5

Produces kamikaze FPV drones, interceptors, reconnaissance UAVs and electronic warfare systems for Ukraine's defence forces, outputting over 80,000 drones per month from 20+ production locations.

TEKEVERLisboa, Portugal5

Builds fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems and an intelligence-as-a-service platform used by European maritime safety agencies, border forces and defence customers for long-endurance surveillance missions.

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TransbitWarsaw, Poland5

Designs and manufactures tactical radio relay systems, UAV data links and command-and-control communications equipment for the Polish Armed Forces and NATO air defence programmes.

TRL SpaceBrno, Czech Republic5

Designs, builds and operates complete satellite missions, including Earth observation microsatellites, ground support equipment and a geospatial intelligence platform, serving defence, security and environmental customers across Europe and Africa.

Ubiq AerospaceTrondheim, Norway5

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

Airborne TechnologiesWiener Neustadt, Austria4

Converts fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters and UAVs into certified special mission platforms for surveillance, search and rescue, border patrol and ISR operations.

CryptoNext SecurityParis, France4

Builds post-quantum cryptography software that helps governments, financial institutions and critical infrastructure operators inventory their cryptographic assets and migrate to quantum-resistant encryption.

DronetagPrague, Czech Republic4

Builds Remote ID hardware and software that makes drones digitally visible — transmitters for pilots and manufacturers, portable and fixed receivers for airspace monitoring, and a software platform for drone detection and situational awareness.

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Maltego TechnologiesMunich, Germany4

Builds OSINT and link analysis tools that help intelligence agencies, law enforcement and corporate investigators uncover hidden connections across open-source, dark web and commercial data sources.

HarfangLabParis, France4

Builds endpoint detection and response software for European enterprises and government agencies, with cloud and on-premises deployment options certified by ANSSI and the German BSI.

LenduraiTallinn, Estonia4

Builds the Accipiter drone interceptor and Neocortex, a software stack that gives UAV platforms visual navigation and terminal guidance when satellite navigation and radio links are jammed.

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UbitiumDusseldorf, Germany5

Builds a universal RISC-V processor that replaces separate CPU, DSP, GPU and FPGA chips with a single reconfigurable chip for embedded and edge applications.

WingcopterWeiterstadt, Germany5

Builds the Wingcopter 198 tilt-rotor VTOL drone for long-range cargo delivery, LiDAR infrastructure surveying and reconnaissance missions, with a joint venture scaling production of reconnaissance UAVs in Germany for Ukraine.

ZeroPhaseMunich, Germany5

Builds software-defined, adaptive data links that keep unmanned ground, air and sea systems connected under jamming and electronic warfare conditions.

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Sphere DefenseBrussels, Belgium5

Sovereign European counter-UAS company building jet-powered drone interceptors with AI-driven autonomous guidance. Launched at BEDEX 2026 with kinetic intercept systems designed for critical infrastructure point defence.

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SubSea CraftPortsmouth, United Kingdom5

UK maritime technology company developing advanced surface and subsurface craft, including VICTA, MARS USV and CADDIS systems for contested littoral and defence missions.

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Syntony GNSSToulouse, France5

Syntony GNSS develops positioning, navigation and timing technologies, including GNSS simulation, reception and coverage-extension systems for aerospace and constrained environments.

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ThermoteknixCambridge, United Kingdom5

Thermoteknix develops infrared thermal imaging, night-vision and augmented-reality vision systems for defence, security, aerospace and industrial users.

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ThrustMeVerrieres-le-Buisson, France5

French space propulsion company developing iodine and water-based in-orbit mobility systems for satellite constellations, orbital manoeuvring and sustainable space operations.

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Tulip TechDen Bosch, Netherlands5

High-energy drone battery manufacturer delivering 450 Wh/kg silicon-anode packs that extend UAV flight endurance by 30-100%. Signed a large-scale battery contract with the Dutch Ministry of Defence in 2025 and supplies drone makers in 14 countries including Ukraine.

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Tutus DataStockholm, Sweden5

Swedish cryptography company developing government-approved encryption products for IP networks, files, and mobile devices. Its Filkrypto/PGBI COMSEC product is listed in the NATO Information Assurance Product Catalogue up to NATO RESTRICTED.

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Twentyfour IndustriesMunich, Germany5

Twentyfour Industries designs, manufactures and deploys European drone systems at scale for military and electronic-warfare environments.

UFORCELondon, United Kingdom5

UK-registered defence platform unifying combat-proven Ukrainian unmanned systems, including MAGURA USVs, Nemesis strike drones and Fury ground robots. Raised $50M seed at a $1B valuation, with Ben Wallace on the board.

URC SystemsProstějov, Czech Republic5

Czech electronic warfare R&D company producing RCIED jammers, counter-UAV systems and reconnaissance-jamming kits used by multiple NATO armed forces. Represents the Czech MoD in NATO EW expert groups.

UXV TechnologiesIshøj, Denmark5

Ishøj company making SRoC ruggedised ground control stations, swappable radio modules and Optroxa gimbal cameras for military drones and ground robots. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Denmark and the United States.

VABO CompositesEmmeloord, Netherlands5

Manufactures lightweight composite doors, hatches and masts for naval vessels, including the only maritime composite door certified for 60-minute fire resistance. Holds a multi-year supply contract with Damen Naval for the Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate programme.

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Vyriy IndustriesKyiv, Ukraine5

First Ukrainian company to mass-produce strike drones entirely from domestic components, with 4,000 units monthly capacity. Product line includes FPV strike drones, fixed-wing ISR platforms, fiber-optic guided systems, and the Dzhankoi ground robot, deployed by 200+ Ukrainian Defence Force units.

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W5 SolutionsStockholm, Sweden5

Nordic 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.

Wild HornetsUkraine5

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

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WindracersFareham, United Kingdom5

UK autonomous aviation company building Windracers ULTRA, a dual-use heavy-lift drone for defence resupply, reconnaissance, cargo and remote logistics missions.

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Alén SpaceVigo, Spain4

Small satellite manufacturer offering end-to-end nanosatellite missions and communication subsystems. Partnered with ESA and GMV on the Celeste IOD-1 in-orbit demonstrator launched in 2026.

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CILASFrance4

CILAS develops laser and optics systems for armed forces, including missile-guidance lasers, anti-drone systems and optical coatings for defence and space applications.

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ContinestHungary4

Continest builds foldable container infrastructure for temporary command posts, guard posts, medical units and autonomous field operations.

CORAC EngineeringPrague, Czech Republic4

Prague space cybersecurity company protecting satellite TMTC channels, software update links and payload downlinks with its Encryption Processing Unit and KeyMaster products. Partners with TRL Space on integrated satellite-drone border protection systems.

EmTroniXHautcharage, Luxembourg4

Space avionics and FPGA-based payload electronics provider developing on-board computers for European defence satellites. Part of the EDA's EUR 15.65M VLEO-DEF military satellite consortium and recently merged with French antenna maker Anywaves.

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EOS TechnologieMérignac, France4

EOS Technologie designs and manufactures fixed-wing UAVs for ISR and ISTAR missions, including the Strix 500, Veloce 330 and Rodeur 330 drone platforms for armed-forces use.

Gate SpaceTulln, Austria4

Develops high-performance chemical propulsion solutions for satellites, including the GATE Jetpack plug-and-play mobility system that enables orbital maneuvers, collision avoidance, and refueling capabilities.

Marduk TechnologiesTallinn, Estonia4

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

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MGI DefenceOxfordshire, United Kingdom4

MGI Engineering's defence division applying Formula 1 rapid prototyping and lightweight composite expertise to autonomous platforms. Builds one-way effectors, heavy-lift UAVs, and the SkyShark drone that first flew in July 2025.

Mutable TacticsCambridge, United Kingdom4

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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OPTIXBulgaria4

OPTIX manufactures thermal imaging, night-vision and day-sight systems for defence, border control and security applications.

Oxford DynamicsHarwell, United Kingdom4

AI and robotics company developing human-like artificial intelligence solutions for defence, space and security sectors, including AVIS AI platform and STRIDER autonomous robots.

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Reflex CESLisses, France4

Designs FPGA-based embedded computing modules, PCIe and VPX boards for electronic warfare, radar and high-performance signal processing. Backed by the French defence ministry's Definvest fund.

RobottoAalborg, Denmark4

Aalborg-based AI software company building edge-level perception, detection and tracking for drones and ground robots, including GNSS-denied autonomous navigation used by defence and security operators.

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Rotors & CamsBudapest, Hungary4

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.