Events

Benelux Defence Industry Day 2026
JUN
Wed
24
08:00 - 18:00

Starts in 4 days from now

Location

Evere

NATO Headquarters, Boulevard Leopold III 39, 1110 Evere, Belgium
Programmes
Defence NATO-EDA

This one-day event brings together the defence and security sectors of Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. It is designed to help export-oriented SMEs, innovative entrepreneurs, and organisations build contacts, look at collaboration opportunities, and exchange knowledge within the Benelux defence and security industry.

The programme is designed to include thematic tracks, in-depth sessions, matchmaking, and networking. 

What can participants expect?

  • Sessions with industry leaders such as Damen, Thales, and SES
  • Insights from research and innovation institutions on technological developments
  • Updates from national procurement organisations on future investment and tendering opportunities
  • Briefings from NATO organisations such as NCIA, NSPA, and DIANA
  • Targeted B2B matchmaking and networking opportunities
  • Thematic tracks on current defence and security topics

Pre-registration is open until 5 June 2026.

Given the level of interest, we advise those interested to register in a timely manner, as the number of available places is limited.

Please note: pre-registration does not automatically guarantee final participation. Selected participants will receive a confirmation and invitation for final registration at a later stage.

More information about the programme and registration is available at: Home | Benelux Defence Industry Day 2026.

 

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