2nd European Conference on Maintenance in Defence Domains

As part of the Enhancing Opportunities for All (EOA) project under the European Defence Fund (EDF), the Croatian Defence Industry Competitiveness Cluster (CDICC) – lead beneficiary and coordinator of Work Package 2: Capacity Building for National Focal Points (NFPs) – will host the second training workshop for EDF NFPs, alternates, and other members of national EDF teams, on 26-28 November 2025, in Slovenia. The workshop aims to strengthen practical knowledge and skills with a particular focus on the Slovenian EDF experience (both from consortia leaders and partners). Topics will include IPR in partnership agreements and consortia development. As part of a twinning arrangement, the Slovenian Ministry of Defence will present its experience with EDF participation and emerging challenges. Participants will also be introduced to the Defence Industry Cluster of Slovenia (GOIS), with discussions on national approaches to innovation, research and development, and the exchange of good practices. Locations: Training venue: Elegans Hotel Brdo / Kongresni Center Brdo Predoslje 39, 4000 Kranj, Slovenia Hotel website Twinning session (Day 3): Defence Industry Cluster of Slovenia (GOIS) Dimičeva ulica 13, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia Shuttle transport from Kranj to Ljubljana will be arranged Date: 26–28 November 2025 Cities: Kranj and Ljubljana, Republic of Slovenia Registration: Participants are kindly requested to register by email at info@hkkoi.hr Please note: Attendance is subject to confirmation by CDICC. For more details or questions, contact the organisers via the email above.

The French Forum Innovation Défense brings together all ministerial stakeholders and their partners for three days to discuss innovations supported by the French Ministry of the Armed Forces. Held in Paris from 27 to 29 November 2025, the forum highlights advancements in defence technology and showcases collaborative efforts across government, industry, and research institutions. The first two days, Thursday 27 November and Friday 28 November, are reserved for professionals and will feature panel discussions, conferences, pitch sessions, and innovation awards. The final day, Saturday 29 November, is open to the general public and includes exhibitions and presentations on defence innovation. Event Details Date: 27–29 November 2025 Location: Paris, France General information: Available online here Click here to register. (Professionals) Agenda by Day 27 November – Professional Programme Day 1 Online programme 28 November – Professional Programme Day 2 Online programme 29 November – Public Programme Online programme  The full programme is available online and will be regularly updated.

The European Defence Materials Network (EDMN) invites you to the second edition of its workshop, taking place on 1 December 2025 at Nordmetall GmbH in Neukirchen, Germany, from 12:00 to 16:30 CET. This half-day workshop will focus on accelerating collaboration between material developers and defence stakeholders. Participants will explore how innovative materials solutions can meet current and future defence needs through practical demonstrations and networking. Workshop Highlights: Keynote presentations from leaders in industry and research Two “speed-dating” rounds across six expert stations (held in English and German) Networking opportunities and a final wrap-up discussion Direct engagement with agile materials innovators and solution providers Expert Station Topics: Participants will rotate through expert-led stations focused on Digitalisation of materials innovation Defence materials by design Simulation: From model to mission From digital twin to field-ready validation End-to-end realisation: from prototype to production One hub for SME-driven defence materials innovation This workshop is ideal for materials developers, SMEs, defence system integrators, and innovation stakeholders looking to explore collaborative potential in defence materials R&D. Event Details: 📅 Date: 1 December 2025 📍 Location: Nordmetall GmbH, Neukirchen/Chemnitz, Germany Registration: To register or for further information, please visit www.EDMN.eu Confirm participation by 20 November 2025.

The European Commission’s DG DEFIS, together with the Tampere Region Safety and Security Cluster under the framework of the European Network of Defence-related Regions (ENDR), invites you to Tampere, Finland, for a high-level European conference on 2–3 December 2025 at Tampere Hall. Titled “Rapid Civilian Innovation Development and Dual-Use in European Defence”, the event will serve as a European forum for dual-use innovation. Tampere, recognised as the heartland of Finland’s defence industry and home to key units of the Finnish Defence Forces, leading companies, and research institutions, provides the ideal backdrop for this conference. The programme will bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, innovators, and end-users to explore how civilian innovation can strengthen European defence capabilities. Thematic focus areas: Geopolitical Context: The impact of shifting global dynamics and regional security challenges on European defence strategies and innovation. Insights from Ukraine: Civilian technologies adapted for military use, offering lessons on resilience and hybrid warfare. Hybrid Warfare and Resilience: Cybersecurity, crisis management, supply chain robustness, and comprehensive security approaches. End-User Perspectives: The needs of military services and industry, and their influence on innovation and market dynamics. Industry and Academia Views: The role of research institutions, universities, and technology companies in advancing dual-use solutions.   Click here to register.   Date: 2–3 December 2025 Venue: Tampere Hall, Tampere, Finland Programme and Confirmed Speakers (subject to updates) 2 December 2025 – Full-day plenary and networking Geopolitical Context (Panel) TBC, European Commission (DG DEFIS) Esa Pulkkinen, Lieutenant General, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence of Finland Insights from Ukraine Valeriia Soloviova, International Partnerships Manager, Come Back Alive Anastasiia Voitova, Head of Security Engineering, Cossack Labs Peter Salo, Finnish drone veteran from the Ukraine frontline Andriy Chulyk, CEO, Sine Engineering Hybrid Warfare and Resilience Dr. Vesa Valtonen, Brigadier General, Finnish Defence Forces Dr. Daivis Petraitis, Baltic Defence College Dr. Viljar Veebel, Baltic Defence College and Latvian Institute of International Affairs Prof. Dr. Eugenijus Valatka, Rector, Kaunas University of Technology Evening Networking reception and dinner 3 December 2025 – Half-day plenary and site visits End-User Perspectives Lt. Gen. Jari Mikkonen, Deputy Chief of Staff, Armament and Logistics, Finnish Defence Forces Steen Søndergaard, NATO Chief Scientist Col. (ret.) Jyri Kosola, former Research Director, Finnish Defence Forces Enrico Annus, CSEL, Utti Jaeger Regiment, Finnish Defence Forces Industry and Academia Views Kari Renko, Executive VP, Strategic Programs, Patria Tuure Lehtoranta, VP Sales and Marketing, Insta Group Jani Pelkonen, Head of Engineering, Saab Technology Center, Saab Finland Sirkku Linna, Director General, Ministry of Education and Culture, Finland Prof. Markku-Juhani Saarinen, Tampere University Industry Pitching Session Open to European SMEs. Companies may register interest when signing up. Ten will be selected to pitch. Site Visits Saab Technology Center Tampere University (with a focus on dual-use technologies and advanced chip development) Event Host and Moderator Charly Salonius-Pasternak, CEO, Nordic West Office Full programme and further updates available at  ENDR Conference Tampere 2025