The Defence Innovation Day 2026 is taking place on 21 September in Tallinn, Estonia
As Europe strengthens its focus on defence, security and dual-use technologies, international collaboration between research organisations, innovative companies, investors and public authorities is becoming increasingly important. Defence Innovation Day provides a unique platform to connect these communities, exchange experiences and explore new partnerships.
The event will bring together:
- startups and scaleups
- research and technology organisations
- universities
- defence technology companies
- investors
- public authorities
- end-users
- and international innovation ecosystem partners.
The programme will address highly topical issues, including:
- Who Builds, Who Scales: Inside Defence Innovation
- Battlefield Innovation: Lessons from Ukraine
- Protecting Society: From Hybrid Threats to Infrastructure Security
The event also offers opportunities for innovative companies to showcase their technologies in the Demo Area, making it particularly relevant for organisations supporting research commercialisation, technology transfer and innovation ecosystems.
Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory and subject to approval.
Date: 21 September 2026
Time: 10:00-16:00, doors open at 09:00
Location: Kultuurikatel / Tallinn Creative Hub, Kursi 3, Tallinn, Estonia
More information and registration: https://www.tehnopol.ee/en/event/defence-innovation-day-2026-178607/