Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Thursday, November 12, 2026
World Forum, The Hague, Netherlands
European Defence Innovation Forum - EDIF 2026
Focus
Strategic Defence Cooperation
Industrial Partnerships
Participants
1000+ Industry representatives
Investors
EU Defence Leaders
Forum Objectives
Current challenges and barriers in defence innovation
Real-world lessons from the battlefield and operational experience
Industrial collaboration and partnership building across countries
Investment and funding opportunities for startups and SMEs
Regulatory frameworks, standards, and policy updates
Networking and matchmaking sessions for practical cooperation
Advancing Europe’s Defence — Grounded in Real Experience
The European Defence Innovation Forum (EDIF) is Europe’s leading platform where combat-tested innovation meets capital and policy. The second edition, to be held in The Hague, will bring together key voices in defence innovation from the Netherlands, Ukraine, and other partner nations.
The industry will have a unique opportunity to showcase its developments, technological solutions, and ideas at the two-day EDIF 2026 exhibition.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Explore partnership and collaboration opportunities
Share experiences and best practices from multiple countries
Engage in high-level discussions advancing Europe’s defence and innovation policy
Learn from both large corporations and innovative startups
Connect with over 1000+ participants, including last year’s international delegates
Practical solutions during parallel sessions, such as:
Day 1
Session 1: Strategic Session with MoD EU
Session 2: Cyber & AI on the Battlefield: The New Domain of Modern Warfare
Session 3: Robotics on the Frontline: Unmanned Ground Systems in Modern Warfare
Session 4: Space as the New Strategic Domain: Defence, ISR and Connectivity
Day 2
Session 1: The Future of the Sky: UAV Production, Testing and Deployment
Session 2: Critical Capabilities: Scaling Ammunition and Advancing Air Defence
Session 3: Defence Without Borders: Strengthening Europe with Ukrainian Experience
Session 4: Breaking Barriers: Women in Defence, Technology and Military Service
Enhancing defence collaboration
The Ministers of Defence of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ukraine, and other partner nations, together with representatives of business and industrial associations, will discuss strategic ways to strengthen the defence capabilities of NATO countries to ensure a peaceful future for Europe.
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