Connection to industry and defence entities
This edition included partnerships with idD Portugal Defence and AED Cluster Portugal, creating direct links between startups/SMEs and major industrial integrators.
Previous editions
Learnings from previous editions
Historical context and evolution towards the current model.
Edition indicators
50+
Applications received
30
Selected teams
2
Months of intensive training
Edition highlights
Readiness for EU and NATO funding
Teams received specialised mentoring to improve readiness in procurement, certifications and access to instruments such as DIANA, NATO Innovation Fund and EDF.
Deal flow after Demo Day
After the intensive phase closed, selected teams moved into a business and investment stage with access to specialised Deep Tech and Defence investors.
