Austria
Hungarian IT and defense group 4iG and Czech-based CSG are deepening their cooperation through a joint move into Austria’s defense industry. The partners have acquired a stake in Hirtenberger Defence Europe, marking a step toward broader regional industrial integration.
Bulgaria
Ukraine has concluded a 10-year agreement with elements of Bulgaria’s defense industry to support ammunition production and supply. The deal reflects Kyiv’s continued effort to secure long-term industrial partnerships amid ongoing war requirements.
EU
The European Commission has adopted a €1.5 billion work programme under the European Defence Industry Programme to accelerate production and strengthen technological resilience.
Slovenia
Slovenia’s state-backed DOVOS has opened a public call for capital partnerships with domestic companies in defense, security, and resilience sectors. The initiative marks the first structured effort by the state to act as an equity investor in these areas.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s defense manufacturer Binas is undergoing a leadership transition after a period of operational stabilization. A new director has been appointed as the company moves beyond restructuring efforts. The change comes amid renewed activity at the state-owned production facility.
Events
DEFCROS 2026 will take place on October 1–2 in Šibenik, Croatia, bringing together defense, public safety, and industry stakeholders. The event will focus on robotics, autonomous systems, and operational integration. It is expected to attract participants from across NATO and partner countries.
NATO
European NATO members and Canada increased defense spending by around 20% in 2025, marking one of the sharpest annual rises in decades. The growth reflects accelerated efforts to meet updated alliance targets and respond to a deteriorating security environment.
NATO
NATO and Ukraine have moved forward with the next phase of the UNITE BRAVE innovation initiative, aimed at strengthening defense collaboration. The program focuses on integrating Ukrainian defense innovation into NATO frameworks.
Estonia
Estonian defense firm Threod Systems has delivered a counter-unmanned aerial system solution to the British Army. The contract highlights growing European demand for portable C-UAS capabilities. Financial terms were not publicly disclosed but are estimated in the low million-euro range.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
A defense manufacturer in Bosnia and Herzegovina has secured a major export agreement that will significantly expand its production activity. The deal represents a milestone for the company’s long-term industrial output.
Ukraine
Ukrainian manufacturers are scaling production of low-cost interceptor drones designed to counter loitering munitions. Systems such as the P1-SUN and STING are attracting international interest due to their cost-efficiency and operational performance.
Netherlands
Netherlands-based RE-liON has registered a legal entity in Ukraine, marking its entry into the local defense technology market. The company specializes in virtual reality training systems for military applications.
