Croatia
AEEG Takes Stake in Croatia's Demil Tech Explosives Firm
Austria-linked AEEG Industry Services has become a co-owner of Croatia’s Demil Tech. The size and value of the stake have not been disclosed.
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Germany
DTCP Defence Fund Secures €455M at First Close in Europe
German investment firm DTCP has secured €455 million in commitments for its defense technology fund, with investments already made in Norway and the UK.
Events
RE-liON to Demonstrate Portable VR Training Kit at Bundeswehr XR Event
The Dutch company will show its Operator Kit in Idar-Oberstein on September 30, with a focus on bringing virtual reality training to military units outside dedicated facilities.
Czech Republic
7 Czech Defense Tech Startups and Scaleups to Watch in 2026
Seven Czech defense tech firms working on drone detection, autonomous flight, pilot training, satellite intelligence, and military supply chains in 2026.
Serbia
China's Sinotruk Eyes Military Vehicle Production in Serbia
China's Sinotruk is exploring cooperation with Serbia's FAP on vehicle production, factory upgrades, new products and component supplies.
Czech Republic
Czech Army Tests Counter-Drone Systems in Drone Shield 2026
The Czech Army is testing counter-drone technologies against FPV and fiber-controlled UAV threats during the Drone Shield 2026 experiment.
Poland
Kongsberg Adds €16M Navigation Package to Poland C-UAS
Advanced Navigation will supply hundreds of inertial navigation systems for Kongsberg PROTECTOR platforms supporting Poland's SAN counter-drone program.
Poland
Poland Targets 15,000 US Troops With New Permanent Base
Poland wants about 15,000 US troops in the country as Warsaw advances plans for a new permanent American military base.
Germany
Germany Probes Suspected Explosives Near Wunstorf Drone
German investigators are examining suspected explosive material found near drone wreckage close to Wunstorf, home of the Luftwaffe A400M fleet.
Analysis
The Counterparty Problem: Why Corporate Intelligence Is Becoming a Security Issue in Europe
Sanctions, opaque ownership and tighter investment screening are reshaping how European companies assess business partners. As commercial risk and national security overlap, knowing the legal entity behind a deal may no longer be enough.
Russia
European Intelligence Warns Russian Hybrid Threat Is Rising
Czech, Latvian and Swedish intelligence assessments point to rising Russian sabotage, cyber and influence activity across Europe, while differing on escalation risks.
Events
India, Austria Hold First Defense Industry Conference in Vienna
Indian and Austrian defense companies meet in Vienna today for the first bilateral defense industry conference focused on technology and industrial partnerships.