Conference on Defence Industry

Conference / Colloquium / Seminar
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Practical information

Date

27 November 2026

Location

Dublin, Ireland

Organiser

Department of Defence

The aim of the conference is to bring together small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and research organisations with EU Institutions, financial institutions and government agencies.

The conference represents an opportunity to showcase emerging innovations, demonstrating the breadth of European talent and the commercial opportunities available.

Sector-specific attendees will benefit from awareness of Irish government and European support structures; private capital funding opportunities for defence start-ups; and possibilities arising from the proposed European Competitiveness Fund.