EDA Maritime Week

The French Direction de l'Industrie de Défense is pleased to announce the EURODEF 2025 Business Convention, a major event for the European defence sector. EURODEF 2025 will span two weeks, from March 17 to April 2, 2025, starting with virtual B2B meetings from March 17–31, followed by an in-person closing day on April 2 in Toulon. Building on the success of EURODEF 2024, which attracted 314 participants from 21 countries and facilitated over 1,000 B2B meetings, EURODEF 2025 aims to bring together defence and security SMEs, major European defence groups, and other SMEs to showcase technologies and foster collaborations. In addition to B2B meetings, participants will enjoy informal networking opportunities on April 2, including a conviviality zone and a networking buffet. Registration also provides access to the ENDR conference on Maintenance in the Defence Sector, running concurrently. This is a unique opportunity to connect with EDTIB companies, share expertise, and explore new partnerships in the defence industry. 

The European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) is pleased to announce the EUSPA Industry Days 2025, taking place on March 25–26, 2025, in Prague, Czech Republic, with an option for hybrid participation. This two-day event is a key opportunity for businesses and organizations to engage with the EU space sector, explore procurement opportunities, and gain insights into EUSPA’s future initiatives. The agenda includes keynote speeches, expert panels, and networking sessions, as well as a special master class on crafting competitive proposals for EUSPA tenders. Participants will have access to: Detailed presentations on EUSPA’s procurement plans and funding opportunities Exclusive networking sessions with industry leaders and potential partners A master class to enhance proposal quality and improve chances of securing contracts Date: March 25–26, 2025 Location: Prague, Czech Republic & Online Register for the event via this link!

The European Defence Agency (EDA) invites industry professionals to participate in the EDA Maritime Week Industry Workshops, taking place from March 31 to April 3, 2025, in Brussels, Belgium, with the option for online participation. These workshops provide a key platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss innovative solutions in Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA), Naval Combat and Maritime Interdiction (NCMI), and Underwater & Seabed Warfare (UWSBW). Selected companies will have the opportunity to present their technologies and engage in discussions on advancing maritime defence capabilities in Europe. Workshop Programme: Monday, March 31, 2025 (EUROCONTROL Premises – Hybrid) MDA Industry Workshop: AI-driven solutions for MARSUR 13:00-13:30 – Arrival at EUROCONTROL and in-processing 13:30-13:45 – Opening remarks and administrative announcements (EDA) 13:45-15:20 – Industry presentations on integrating AI-driven solutions into the MARSUR system Presenting companies: CLS, Athanor, ABB, INDRA Keynote speaker: Judith Dijk (EDA) 15:20-15:35 – Coffee break 15:35-17:20 – Industry presentations (continued) Presenting companies: IPS, Fugro, dotOcean, Fincantieri Next Tech, Ubotica 17:20-18:00 – Open discussion and Q&A Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (EDA Premises – Hybrid) MDA Industry Workshop: Technical solutions for MARSUR (EU SECRET level) 09:30-10:00 – Arrival at EDA and in-processing 10:00-10:15 – Opening remarks and administrative announcements (EDA) 10:15-12:00 – Industry presentations on enhancing MARSUR network security and technical solutions Presenting companies: Eviden, Infodas, Indra Keynote speaker: R.A. Ignacio Cuartero Lorenzo (EUMS) 12:00-13:00 – Networking lunch Wednesday, April 2, 2025 (EDA Premises – Hybrid) NCMI Industry Workshop: European Combat Vessel (ECV) – Innovative Solutions 09:00-09:15 – Opening remarks and administrative announcements (EDA) 09:15-12:30 – Industry presentations on new technologies for the European Combat Vessel (ECV) Presenting companies: Hull Vane B.V., SH Defence, CUBEDIN, Leonardo S.p.A., Indra, Proxflyer, Edinaf Keynote speakers: ENIG-ASD, NVL 12:30-13:00 – Networking lunch Thursday, April 3, 2025 (EDA Premises – Hybrid) UWSBW Industry Workshop: Launch & Recovery Systems & Deep-Sea Communications 09:00-09:15 – Opening remarks and administrative announcements (EDA) 09:15-11:30 – Industry presentations on launch and recovery systems for uncrewed underwater and surface vehicles (ROVs/AUVs/USVs) Presenting companies: Fugro, SH Defence, Henriksen Keynote speaker: PESCO Coordinator for Modular Seabed Vessel (MSV) 11:30-12:00 – Open discussion and Q&A 12:00-13:00 – Networking lunch 13:00-15:15 – Industry presentations on underwater communication systems for deep-sea operations (up to 6000 meters) Presenting companies: Indra, Kongsberg, Naval Group Keynote speaker: Juan Jesus Hernandez (EDA) – CAPTECH Maritime study on HISUCOMSU 15:15-16:00 – Open discussion and Q&A Participation and Registration Format: Hybrid (On-site at EDA & EUROCONTROL premises and online via WebEx) In-person participation is encouraged for companies selected to present their solutions. To allow broad participation, companies are requested to limit in-person attendance to one representative. Registration deadline: March 19, 2025! Confirmation of participation: March 21, 2025 Register for the event here! For further inquiries, please contact sine.ozkarasahin@eda.europa.eu with a copy to CAP@eda.europa.eu.

The "Maintenance in Defence Domains" conference, organized under the aegis of the European Network of Defence Regions (ENDR), will take place in Toulon on April 1 and 2, 2025. This high-level event will bring together defence industry leaders, policymakers, research centers, and armed forces to address challenges in Maintenance in Operational Condition (MOC) for defence equipment. The conference focuses on integrating MOC into European initiatives, promoting collaboration, and advancing innovative defence technologies. The program includes keynote speeches, expert panels, thematic workshops, and networking opportunities, as well as the EURODEF 2025 B2B meetings. These meetings, held virtually from March 17–31, 2025, and onsite on April 2, allow SMEs to showcase technologies to large European defence groups and other SMEs. Themes include: defence and security, aeronautics, cyber-protection, materials, microelectronics, naval technologies, secure communications, space, and more. Register here: 2nd European Conference Maintenance in defence domains