2025 European Defence Fund Industry & Matchmaking Day - Space4Defence
26 feb 2025 - 26 feb 2025
Luxembourg, European Convention Center Luxembourg
Registration
On-site
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming 2025 European Defence Fund Industry & Matchmaking Day - Space4Defence.
This matchmaking day will bring together innovative startups, SMEs, research organisations and large companies interested in and eligible to apply to the calls for proposals of the European Defence Fund (EDF), the EU programme dedicated to advancing collaborative research in innovative defence products and technologies. The aim is to help them connect with partners who have specific expertise or solutions, form consortia, and spark new ideas through collaborative meetings.
Participants will be able to present their solutions and explore collaboration opportunities within the space domain in view of the EDF 2025 calls for proposals. Startups and SMEs will have the opportunity to pitch their companies and solutions.
The full programme of the event will soon be made available.
Registration
https://www.b2match.com/e/space4defence2025
Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, to ensure broad participation, we may need to limit the number of representatives from each company. We recommend early registration to secure your spot.
We look forward to your participation!
GovSatCom conference
The Space4Defence event is organised back-to-back with the GovSatCom 2025 – Conference for Security and Defence, which will take place in Luxembourg on 27 February 2025. This event is dedicated to defence and security talks and topics, covered by internationally renowned speakers, and offers opportunities to meet key players and influencers.
The Space4Defence event is organised as part of the European Defence Fund National Focal Points “Enhanced Opportunities for All” project, funded by the European Commission, with the support of the Enterprise Europe Network.
Upcoming event
EDF Info Days 2026
Registrations for the EDF Info Days 2026 are now open! See the link below.
The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) is pleased to announce that the European Defence Fund (EDF) Info Days 2026 will take place on 10–11 March 2026, in a hybrid format, both in Brussels and online.
This flagship annual event offers valuable insights into the EDF 2026 calls for proposals, provides the latest programme updates, and supports collaboration through international networking and pitching opportunities.
Programme Highlights
Day 1 – EDF 2026 Call Presentation
DG DEFIS experts will present the new calls, outline recent programme developments, and provide practical guidance for preparing and submitting proposals.
Day 2 – International Networking & Pitching
Participants will engage in matchmaking sessions, thematic pitching, and the formation of R&D consortia for EDF-funded projects.
Investor Sessions
Dedicated time for investors and companies to explore funding opportunities, connect, and showcase innovative solutions in defence.
This event is intended for potential applicants from public and private entities established in EU Member States and Norway.
For details on eligibility, visit the EDF funding eligibility page.
Registrations for the EDF Info Days 2026 are now open and can be found here: EDF Info Days 2026 Registration
EDF Info Days 2026 is a key opportunity to gain insights, make connections, and prepare competitive proposals for the upcoming calls.
- 10 mar 2026 - 11 mar 2026
- Belgium, Brussels
- Registration
- Hybrid
IPEC 2026 – Defence & Security Online Conference
The IPEC 2026 – Defence & Security Online Conference is organised within the Transform_EMN project by the Nuremberg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK Nürnberg für Mittelfranken), with the participation of European industry, SMEs, research organisations, and public institutions. The event is supported by partners including the Province of North Brabant, a member of the ENDR network.
The online conference will take place on 17 March 2026 and will address current challenges shaping Europe’s defence and security landscape, including geopolitical tensions, hybrid threats, advances in artificial intelligence, and vulnerabilities in supply chains.
Conference Focus
The programme will explore applied technologies that strengthen Europe’s security, resilience, and industrial capabilities, with particular emphasis on:
AI-driven defence and security solutions
Secure and embedded software systems
Sovereign industrial AI
Resilient positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) systems
Trustworthy Voice AI
Dual-use technologies and applications
Through concrete use cases, the conference will demonstrate how AI, data, and autonomous systems can accelerate complex projects, reinforce critical infrastructure, and support resilient European value chains.
Key Information
Date: 17 March 2026
Format: Online
Registration is available online via the organiser’s website.
- 17 mar 2026 - 17 mar 2026
- Germany, Nuremberg
- Registration
- Online
Space & Defense Festival Budapest 2026
The Space & Defense Festival Budapest 2026 is organised by HypeX Consulting and will take place on 26 March 2026 in Bálna Budapest.
The event is Hungary’s largest space and defence forum, bringing together government decision-makers, industry leaders, international institutions, academia, diplomats, and experts to discuss key challenges facing the space and defence sectors.
Key Information
Date: 26 March 2026
Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Language: English and Hungarian
Location: Bálna Budapest, Hungary
Registration
Registration is open via the event website: Space & Defense Festival 2026
- 26 mar 2026 - 26 mar 2026
- Hungary, Bálna Budapest
- Registration
- On-site