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Thursday, 30 April 2026 | 12:30 - 14:00

Consortia enabling session #5: Energy, Materials, CBRN & Soldier protection

Status:Approval requiredFormat:Video conferencingTrack:Enterprise Europe Network - EDF related activities
  • European Defence Fund

Applications available from 16 Apr 2026, 00:00 to 27 Apr 2026, 15:00

This session focuses on enabling technologies that enhance sustainability, resilience and the protection of personnel in modern military operations. It covers advanced energy systems, including innovative solutions such as hydrogen-based technologies, aimed at improving efficiency and operational autonomy. The session also addresses environmentally responsible defence solutions, such as autonomous systems for ammunition waste detection and disposal. In parallel, it explores next-generation materials, including smart and multifunctional textiles that enhance soldier survivability through improved protection, camouflage and integrated functionalities. Finally, it includes capabilities for CBRN decontamination, ensuring effective response to hazardous environments. Overall, the session highlights key innovations supporting safer, more sustainable and more resilient defence operations.

Topics covered:

  • EDF-2026-RA-MCBRN-DST – CBRN decontamination systems and technologies

  • EDF-2026-DA-ENERENV-HPES-STEP – High-performance energy systems

  • EDF-2026-DA-ENERENV-AWC-STEP – Ammunition Waste Collection and Disposal Unmanned Platform

  • EDF-2026-DA-MATCOMP-SMT-STEP – Smart and multifunctional textiles