Transatlantic Defense Industry Access Forum 2026, Poland, Ukraine (in Krakow) & Italy
NATO / POLAND: NOVEMBER 9
Please join us for the Transatlantic Defense Industry Access Forum to meet with over 50 U.S UAS, counter-UAS, and deep precision strike companies, active in the defense industry. This event is intended to bring together U.S. and Polish companies active in these sectors to improve collaboration, innovation, and increase production.
We have created a dynamic program with a wide range of strategic and operational speakers. Please find an overview of the program and participating U.S. companies below. You will have the opportunity to pre-schedule meetings during the event with the U.S. companies.
This event is part of a roadshow of over 50 U.S. defense companies visiting Europe and is led by U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker, organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce. The delegation will start their journey in Warsaw, followed by one-day programs in Krakow (Ukraine program) and Rome.
Registration is required to attend, and please note that there will be a vetting procedure. Make sure to select that you are attending the event in Warsaw. 
PROGRAM
Location:
Warsaw (venue details to be provided closer to the event date)
Agenda:
8:00 AM: Registration/Name Tag Distribution/Networking
8:30 AM: Opening Remarks
8:50 AM: Bridging U.S. Tech and Polish Defense Modernization Priorities
9:30 AM: Panel I: Executing the Tarcza Wschód (Eastern Shield): Rapid Procurement Frameworks
10:15 AM: Coffee Break & Networking/Welcome to Polish participants
10:45 AM: Panel II: Navigating the 60% Industrial Mandate: Teaming and Joint-Venture Frameworks with PGZ and Polish private sector.
11:15 AM: Panel III: Integrating the $3.8B SAN Automated Anti-Drone Wall with Open-Architecture U.S. Tech12:00 PM: U.S. Export Controls and Compliance Updates: Navigating ITAR for Frontline Allies
12:20 PM: Networking Lunch
1:30 PM: Panel IV: Unlocking EU Defense Initiatives: Accessing EDF, EDIRPA, and SAFE Frameworks on the Eastern Flank
2:15 PM: Panel V: Doing Business via NSPA: Multinational Procurement of key Capabilities
3:00 PM: Coffee Break & Executive Time
3:30 PM: Strategic One-on-One Networking
4:30 PM: Keynote Address & Fireside Chat
5:00 PM: Companies depart to networking reception.
6:00 PM: Reception in Honor of the Transatlantic Defense Industry Access Forum.
8:00 PM: End of event
Questions
For questions, please contact Katarzyna Slowinska, U.S. Embassy, at Katarzyna.Slowinska@trade.gov.
CONFIRMED U.S. COMPANIES
These companies are actively seeking partnership opportunities with NATO allies and partner nations to support collaboration in defense modernization, advanced technology development, investment, and transatlantic industrial cooperation.
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AeroVironment Inc.
AV invents advantage by delivering innovative, mission-ready solutions built with precision, scaled with reliability, and driven by the people behind them. AV delivers TRL-9 sensors and effectors, plus integrated systems for CUAS.
AEVEX Aerospace
UxS, including low-cost, modular USVs and UAVs for port and EEZ surveillance.
Allen Control Systems
Makers of Bullfrog; an autonomous weapon station to counter swarming UxS.
Allison Transmission, Inc.
Allison (NYSE: ALSN) is a global leader in high-performance mobility and work solutions built for the needs of the modern industrial world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, the Company manufactures solutions which offer industry-leading value propositions across vital sectors such as infrastructure, mining, energy, agriculture, construction, transportation and defense (tactical wheeled and tracked).
Applied Research Institute
501(c)3 organization fostering defense innovation through management of several DOW and other federal agency programs. Operator of FAA's Midwest UAS Test Site.
Aslan Motion Technologies
Aslan designs and manufactures motors, drive electronics, and pumps for unmanned air, sea, and land systems at its 156,000 SF facility in Radford, Virginia. Patent pending slotless and slotted BLDC motors pair with in-house ESCs, flight controllers, and seal-less pumps, delivering propulsion, power, and thermal management on one architecture. Standard configurations ship off the shelf, with private label and co-engineered OEM programs available. Built defense first, available commercially.
Armada
Armada serves heavily distributed, remote industries—such as the military, energy (oil & gas, mining), manufacturing, and maritime operations. Instead of forcing operators to send their raw data across slow, unreliable networks to a centralized cloud, Armada brings the data center to the data itself.
Astranis Space Technologies
Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe – large enterprises, governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $2 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.
Augustus Global Defense
Augustus Global Defense is a U.S. based defense company focused on delivering advanced technologies, systems, and capabilities to the US and its allied partners. AGD works with leading manufactures and international partners to support requirements across air and missile defense, radar and surveillance, maritime security, munition and energetics, and other mission-critical defense capabilities.
CACI
CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) is a technology-first national security company that expands the limits of national security through innovation, discipline, and operational excellence. We deliver advanced technologies that help our customers move faster, operate more efficiently, and anticipate and defeat evolving threats. Our 27,000 talented employees and strong culture drive our success and have earned CACI recognition as a Fortune World’s Most Admired Company. CACI is a member of the Fortune 500, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap Index. For more information, visit CACI.com.
Chaos Inc.
Next-generation sensing company leveraging software and distributed architectures for systems that are resillient, survivable, performant, and affordable
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation, is a major global supplier of aerospace and defense technology.
Key Offerings and Expertise: Avionics & Communications: Supplies advanced avionics, targeting, and communication systems, including managing approximately 70% of U.S. and allied military airborne communication. Aerostructures & Components: Manufactures nacelles, landing gear, wheels, brakes, and composite materials for aircraft structures.Interior Systems: Produces cabin lighting, seating, and galley systems.Mission Systems & Defense: Develops technology for autonomous operations, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) for military applications.Sustainability: Focuses on hybrid-electric propulsion and enhancing fuel efficiency.Collins Aerospace operates worldwide, supporting commercial airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and government defense agencies.
Cummings Aerospace
Cummings Aerospace delivers advanced weapon system solutions and technologies to the aerospace and defense industry.
D-Wave Quantum, Inc.
D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies.
DTC, a Codan Company
Domo Tactical Communications (DTC) has been at the forefront of innovation for over 50 years, developing leading edge communication technologies for successful operations in demanding environments. As a global leader of wireless communication, DTC works with military, law enforcement, counter-terror units, governments, robotics and autonomous operations and system integrators on key surveillance and communication challenges.
EagleNXT
Echodyne Corp.
Elve, Inc.
We build Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers in mmWave frequency bands for ground and space applications such as telecommunications, video through cloud, radar and Electronic Warfare.
Empery Digital
Defense Industry Investment Firm
Envoy Technologies US LLC
Envoy Technologies US LLC delivers innovative security and dual-use technologies sourced from the US and Ukraine — including UAS, C-UAS, and adjacent capabilities — to government customers worldwide. We partner with customers to define their requirements, then source cost-effective, mission-ready solutions. Our team brings deep experience working with governments across Eastern and Western Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
EOTECH
EOTECH delivers combat-proven electro-optical and sensing technology into unmanned systems through EOTECH Autonomy, manufacturing low-cost, scalable attritable and multi-mission UAS airframes integrated with EO/IR sensors, AI-assisted fire control, and safe-and-arm technology. Backed by CMMC Level 2, ITAR-compliant domestic manufacturing and 30 years as the trusted U.S. and allied optics standard, EOTECH delivers a low-risk, sensor-to-effect partner for speed, survivability, and lethality.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc (GA-ASI)
General Atomics is the world leader in unmanned aerial systems. We invent and pioneer modern solutions for military, security, governance, environmental operations and more. We support our customers with the greatest medium-altitude and small unmanned aircraft systems, and cutting-edge mission payload and exploitation technologies.
Global Star, Inc.
Globalstar is a global telecommunications provider connecting what matters most. Through our industry-leading low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation and licensed Band 53/n53 spectrum, we deliver reliable satellite and terrestrial connectivity solutions that empower customers worldwide to connect, transmit, and communicate smarter.
Our comprehensive connectivity ecosystem includes software-defined, purpose-built private wireless network platform, coupled with Globalstar Band 53™ in XCOM RAN™ and trusted GPS messengers Saved by SPOT™ for safety and personal communication for business and enterprise applications.
Serving business, enterprise, and consumer markets across the globe, Globalstar supports applications that track and protect assets, enable automation, enhance operational efficiency, and safeguard lives. With unmatched reach and a relentless focus on innovation, and mission-critical performance, we're redefining what's possible for global connectivity.
IMSAR LLC
Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Springville, Utah, IMSAR LLC designs, manufactures, and supports advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems for manned and unmanned aircraft. From its 60,000-square-foot facility, IMSAR conducts research, development, engineering, and manufacturing, supporting defense, government, and commercial customers across the United States and worldwide.
KrateoSky
KrateoSky is a U.S. drone and unmanned systems company building a unified Western autonomy platform. As a neo-prime defense contractor, we combine combat-validated platforms, NDAA-compliant U.S. manufacturing, and software autonomy for GPS-denied and EW-contested environments. Through our portfolio companies and partners in the U.S. and Europe, we design, manufacture and integrate UAS for U.S. and allied defense programs.
L3 Harris
L3Harris is a US aerospace corporation providing complex technical solutions across Space, Air, Land, Maritime, and Cyber domains.
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision deliver transformative technologies that deter potential adversaries and ensure America and its allies can achieve peace through strength.
Merlin Labs
Merlin, Inc. is a publicly traded U.S. company developing aircraft-agnostic autonomous flight systems. We recently completed the Critical Design Review for our C-130J program with USSOCOM and have successfully flown our autonomy system on multiple aircraft platforms. We are actively expanding our capabilities across additional commercial and military aircraft and are seeking opportunities to support U.S. aerospace leadership abroad.
NanoFlowX Inc.
NanoFlowX delivers a quick two-step nanocoating applied in under 10 minutes to protect UAS, C-UAS and defense electronics during operation and storage. Its thin, reworkable barrier protects PCBs, connectors, sensors, LiDAR, RF systems, Cameras, Gimbals and Batteries from moisture, dust, salt, chemicals and corrosion without masking. It improves mission readiness, enables all-weather operation, reduces maintenance, extends service life and lowers lifecycle costs.
nLIGHT, Inc.
nLIGHT (NASDAQ: LASR) is a leading U.S. defense technology company focused on high-energy lasers for Counter-UAS, air defense, and directed energy applications. With vertically integrated manufacturing and decades of defense innovation, nLIGHT supplies advanced laser capabilities to the U.S. military and allies. The company recently secured the $627M Joint Laser Weapon Systems (JLWS) contract and is expanding its European operations to support Make-in-EU initiatives and localized defense production.
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace, defense and security company. The majority of our business is with the U.S. government, principally the Department of Defense and intelligence community. In addition, we deliver solutions to global and commercial customers.
PteroDynamics
PteroDynamics is a pioneer in autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft and inventor of the Transwing VTOL system that overcomes the inherent shortcomings of current VTOL aircraft by combining the speed, range, endurance, and payload capacity of a fixed-wing airplane with superior VTOL performance in a simple, efficient autonomous UAS platform. The company has active contracts with the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, and Royal Australian Navy.
Raytheon Company
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems to create a safer, more secure world.
Red Cat
Red Cat is a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace, Red Cat develops American-made hardware and software that support military, government, and public safety operations across air, land, and sea. Its Family of Systems, led by Black Widow™, delivers unmatched tactical capabilities in small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Expanding into the maritime domain through Blue Ops, Inc., Red Cat is also innovating in uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), delivering integrated platforms designed to enhance safety and multi-domain mission effectiveness.
RTX
As the parent company of Raytheon, Pratt & Whitney, and Collins Aerospace, RTX is one of the world's largest defense and aerospace company. We focus on defense and commercial aerospace solutions, including serving as a platform OEM and a parts and components supplier to other OEMs.
Satellogic USA
Satellogic USA is a vertically integrated EO satellite company delivering Persistent Global Intelligence infrastructure for defense users.
Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. Hivemind AI pilots enable operations in GPS- and communications-denied environments, while V-BAT delivers NATO Class I VTOL ISR and targeting. With offices across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, it supports operations worldwide.
Sierra Nevada Corporation
SNC: Built for the Mission
SNC delivers advanced aerospace and national security solutions with the precision, urgency and scale that creates the greatest advantage possible for our customers. As one of the most respected privately owned A&D contractors, we move quickly and maintain the operational discipline and execution focus required to support evolving threats and mission environments.
Silvus Technologies
Silvus Technologies is a US based leader in high performance tactical communications and Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) solutions. Known for its StreamCaster radios, Silvus delivers robust, high bandwidth data, video, and voice connectivity for defense, public safety, and unmanned systems operating in harsh or infrastructure-free environments.
Technology Advancement Group
Technology Advancement Group (TAG) is a defense technology and systems integration company delivering assured PNT and ruggedized computing solutions — CRPA and horizon-nulling antennas, miniature M-code receivers — engineered to work inside the customer's platform. ITAR-registered and operating to ISO 9001:2015, TAG supports primes, program offices, operational units, and FMS partners from integration and test through sustainment.
Ursa Major
Ursa Major delivers flight-proven systems for hypersonics, solid rocket motors, and space mobility. Headquartered in Berthoud, Colorado, with additive manufacturing operations in Youngstown, Ohio, we build high-performance systems for all domains: land, sea, air, and space. From throttleable liquid engines to flexible solid rocket architectures, Ursa Major combines rapid development, scalable production, and innovative design to meet the most urgent mission needs. Our technologies are already flying and we’re just getting started. As the U.S. and its allies face fast-evolving threats and strained supply chains, Ursa Major is restoring speed, agility, and American manufacturing power to the defense industrial base.
Vannevar
Vannevar is a national security technology company focused on solving critical security challenges for the United States and its allies, including NATO and partner-nation missions. We build mission-specific software that helps operators, analysts, and decision-makers make sense of complex environments, identify emerging threats, and act faster with greater confidence. By combining hard-to-access data, advanced AI, and intuitive workflows, Vannevar delivers capabilities built for the speed, scale, and complexity of modern conflict.
Across defense, intelligence, cyber, law enforcement, and allied mission communities, Vannevar supports users working on strategic competition, information operations, force protection, digital investigations, critical infrastructure protection, and operational planning. Our teams work closely with mission users to turn fragmented data into actionable insights- helping cyber teams understand adversary activity, intelligence teams surface patterns and leads, operational teams monitor dynamic environments, and senior leaders make better decisions under uncertainty. Today, Vannevar supports more than 125 national security missions, bringing modern software and AI-enabled workflows to the people responsible for protecting the United States, NATO, and allied interests.
VectorNav Technologies
VectorNav Technologies engineers and manufactures high-performance IMU, AHRS, and INS solutions that provide resilient PNT across air, land, sea, and space domains.
VICTUS Technologies
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