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EventDefence TechDay in Erding: use the updated October date
The organiser lists 22 October and registration by 15 October. Older search listings still show September.
ExplainerEDF seeks independent experts for its 2026 evaluations
Qualified individuals need a security clearance and must pass conflict-of-interest checks.
ExplainerEDF SME calls: applications close on 29 September
The non-thematic calls require a consortium. A single SME cannot apply on its own.
ExplainerEDIP Ukraine production calls: October and February deadlines
The USI industrial reinforcement calls have different scopes and budgets. Plan against the relevant topic.
EventEuronaval returns to Paris Nord Villepinte in November
The naval defence exhibition runs on 3-6 November, with participation routes for visitors, exhibitors and startups.
Original reportingWorking with Ukraine: openness and the urgency of decisions
At MSPO, OMAG and Octava Defence discussed cooperation and pace. Ekolot added a perspective from outside the Ukrainian market.
EventReBuild Ukraine: Warsaw hosts the November reconstruction meeting
Construction and energy are the focus of the 12-13 November event at EXPO XXI.
ExplainerCyber Resilience Act: reporting duties start this September
11 September marks the start of reporting obligations. The main product requirements follow in December 2027.
ExplainerEU-Ukraine Drone Alliance holds its first board meeting
The Brussels meeting follows July’s launch. WB Group is among the 18 founding members.
ExplainerPodkarpackie in a new EU study on regional defence industries
A September policy brief examines regional support for dual-use companies, with a Polish case among three examples.
EventEUDIS Hackathon: autumn registration is open
Eight locations host the 15-17 October edition, with Ukrainian experience feeding into the challenges.
ExplainerPoland’s EdgeX Robotics among six BraveTech EU teams
The next stage centres on experiments with military users, including work alongside EU OPEX in Portugal.
ExplainerEIC STEP Defence: equity for larger investment rounds
Applications run to 28 October. Ukrainian companies are included in the programme’s geographical scope.
ExplainerAirbus and SkyFall: the integration question behind their partnership
The June memorandum connects a Ukrainian drone company with a European air-defence integrator.
EventDUAL IMPACT in Łódź: the route into defence supply chains
The 14-15 September forum brings industry, startups and public buyers together. Registration is already closed.
Analysis“Used by the military” needs a second question
A trial, a donation and a repeat order tell an investor different things. An anonymised MSSG case explains what to check.
Original reporting“Autonomous” - but which part?
At MSPO, PERAVIA and Lendurai describe two different engineering challenges. The interviews cover propulsion efficiency, onboard functions and the operator’s role.
Original reportingBeyond the stand: suppliers, permits and certification
Four MSPO conversations show the work that remains after a defence product reaches the exhibition hall.
ExplainerSAFE: start with the buyer, not the headline budget
The €150 billion instrument finances Member States. Suppliers need to identify the procurement route that could reach their product.
AnalysisSix questions to take beyond a product demonstration
Version, operator, conditions, attempts, changes and support: a checklist for the conversation after the demonstration.