The event offers participants from the defence and security industry the opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration possibilities related to the upcoming calls of the European Defence Fund (EDF) 2026.

The day features two main components:

• Morning Session – Webinar (11:00 CET): This online information session titled “Insights into EDF 2025 Figures and the New Work Programme 2026” will present key insights from 2025 call statistics, including the most attractive calls and successful countries, as well as introduce the new work programme for 2026 and other related EU funding opportunities.

• Afternoon Session – Matchmaking (13:00–18:00 CET): Participants can schedule and conduct 1-on-1 virtual meetings through a dedicated matchmaking platform to find suitable partners, explore complementary expertise, and initiate joint project ideas.

This event is open to all eligible organisations for EDF funding, including companies, SMEs, research centres, universities, and public stakeholders.

The registration deadline is 12 January 2026, interested parties can register through this link: EDF Matchmaking januari 2026.