Benelux Defence Industry Day 2026

24 Jun 2026 | Brussels, Belgium

Benelux Defence Industry Day 2026

Prelimary programme

In the presence of the responsible Ministers of the Benelux countries, around 150 companies from the region will gather to network and explore collaboration opportunities. The event aims to connect the Benelux defence industry ecosystem, bringing together major companies, SMEs, and knowledge institutions to present projects, priorities, and innovations. The programme includes sessions with primes on cooperation opportunities and supplier needs, as well as research institutions presenting strategic programmes. Procurement agencies from the three countries (Commit, DGMR, Direction de la Défense) will outline future investment plans, complemented by parallel NATO sessions with speakers from D2IA, NCIA, NSPA, and DIANA. A reverse pitching format will enable SMEs and startups to respond to challenges from primes and research organisations. The day will conclude with facilitated B2B matchmaking and a networking reception.