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Launch event: A boost for Flemish defence innovation and industry: From strategy to action
FEB
Fri
06
12:30 - 17:00

This was 3 days ago

Location

Zaventem

Quartier Papier, Fabrieksstraat 55, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium
Programmes
Security Digital, Industry & Space Digital Europe AI Continent Cybersecurity Defence EDF NATO-EDA Space

This launch event presents the Flemish Innovation and Industry Strategy for Security and Defence (VISD). It aims to enhance Flanders' position within the European security and defence value chain, featuring insights from various Flemish companies and key stakeholders in the sector.

On Friday 6 February 2026, the event will include a networking reception and discussions led by key industry players. The provisional agenda includes a welcome, panel discussion, and presentations on opportunities and challenges within the European defence value chain. The event will also focus on strategic investments, collaborations, and the development of strong ecosystems in sectors such as maritime technology, aerospace, Biotech AI and cybersecurity.

Registration is open until 20 January via the following link: Registration

provisional agenda

  • 12:30 – 13:15: Reception & sandwich lunch
  • 13:15 – 13:30: Welcome
  • 13:30 – 14:15: Panel:
    Flemish companies in the European defense value chain – opportunities, challenges, and support
  • 14:15 – 14:45: Flemish Innovation and Industrial Strategy for Security and Defense: instruments, focus areas, and next steps
  • 14:45 – 15:30: Developing Flemish defense ecosystems: program managers
  • 15:30 – 16:00: Closing remarks – Minister-President Matthias Diependaele
  • 16:00: Reception
More info on the WEWIS website page

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