National · Poland · Foundation for Polish Science (Fundacja na rzecz Nauki Polskiej, FNP), under the FENG programme
A dedicated dual-use track of FNP's First Team FENG programme funding young PhD-led research teams at Polish research organisations to develop solutions with civilian and defence applications. It is one of six competitions in the PLN 1.46 billion FENG defence and dual-use package; the call announcement is scheduled for 26 August 2026.
The entry point for academic teams spinning dual-use technology out of Polish research institutions; defence-tech companies can plug in as business partners to shape research agendas and access resulting IP.
Danish Ministry of Defence / Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (FMI/DALO)
The single largest pot of near-term Danish defence procurement money, with an explicit invitation for industry to propose what to buy. Speed to fielding is the main selection criterion.
German Federal Government (BMVg and BMI)
One of very few German vehicles paying companies directly for security and defence-relevant research, with multi-million-euro phased contracts. Procurement-law process means longer lead times; watch the partnering events.
Next deadline 6 Oct
Industrial Development Agency (Agencja Rozwoju Przemysłu S.A.), Polish state development agency
A flexible state lender willing to bank defence-industry companies that commercial banks often avoid, useful for contract financing and liquidity in scaling defence production. No fixed calls: financing is negotiated case by case.