AFWERX’s Post

Understanding STRATFIs Strategic Financing Initiatives (STRATFIs) provide crucial funding to advance innovative technologies within the defense sector, ensuring rapid development and deployment of essential solutions. These initiatives are designed to reduce risks and accelerate the impact of transformative projects on national security. Tips for a Successful STRATFI Submission: - Align with Priorities: Ensure your project aligns with current defense priorities and strategic goals. - Clear Value Proposition: Clearly articulate the value and impact of your technology or solution. - Detailed Plan: Provide a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies. #Innovation #STRATFIs #Technology #NationalSecurity

ICYMI: The 24.2/B Specific Topic pre-release period is open! Have you begun preparing your submission? This solicitation seeks to find solutions related to Space Technology, Trusted AI & Autonomy, Advanced Materials, and more. Only a few more weeks left to submit questions to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC). Once the solicitation opens on May 15, the TPOC will no longer be able to respond to direct questions but you can still pose questions through the DSIP Q&A. You can view pre-release details, login or create an account to submit questions and find TPOC contact information here: https://ow.ly/4Ki650Rk5Ca . . . #AFWERX #AFVentures #SpecificTopic #funding #opportunity #SBIR #STTR #innovation #technology #USAF #USSF #DAF #DoD

Be sure to catch Anders G. Larsen and Pedro Cunha at #IPF24 before the conclusion tomorrow! They are more than ready to tell you all about how A-LEAF can help optimize projects, minimize flaws, and prevent costly delays by supplying your organizaion with our experienced specialists 🍃

Strong fundamentals and a favorable macro-outlook continue to draw attention and capital into the Aerospace, Defense, and Government Services (ADGS) sectors, according to a new industry report released by BGL’s ADGS investment banking team. The ADGS market will continue to see growth into 2024 driven by commercial aviation, geopolitical instability, and the continued push of digital transformation and technology innovation. In the report, BGL explores several key themes and trends that are driving market growth and transaction activity. To read, download, and share your complimentary copy of this Insider, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfg4Q4QH #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #Aerospace #Defense #GovernmentServices cc: William Farmer, Tom S.

🌟 Exciting News from the #European #Defence #Fund! 🌟 Today, the #European #Commission announced the #results of the 2023 #EDF calls, allocating €1,031 million in EU funding to support 54 innovative joint European defence research and development projects. These initiatives will drive technological excellence across a wide range of critical defence capabilities. Key Highlights: 🔹 #Cyber #Defence & #Combat Systems: Projects will enhance capabilities in ground, air, and naval combat. For instance, the MARTE and FMBTech projects will engage over 70 industrial players and research organizations to develop a main battle tank platform for Europe. 🔹 Protection of #Space-#Based #Assets & CBRN #Defence: Initiatives will bolster defences against Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear threats and safeguard space assets. 🔹 Strategic #Air #Transportation: Essential for rapid support to global missions, these projects will include advancements like those seen in the E-CUAS project, which builds on JEY-CUAS to counter unmanned aerial systems with 24 beneficiaries from 12 Member States and Norway. 🔹 #Land Capabilities: SRB2 will enhance suspension systems for heavy armoured vehicles. EDC2 will prototype the European patrol corvette, building on designs from EDF 2021 calls. TALOS-TWO will advance laser-based directed energy weapons, with participation from 19 entities across 8 countries. #Innovative #Support for #SMEs and #Start-Ups: Under the EU Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS), the EDF is providing significant opportunities for SMEs, start-ups, and new entrants. Notably, the MaJoR project will combine technology development with short-term technical and financial support for up to 60 start-ups and SMEs, facilitating easier access to the programme. #Programme #Impact: 📈 Strong Interest: 236 proposals received from diverse consortia, including large industries, SMEs, midcaps, and research organizations. 🌍 Wide Participation: 581 legal entities from 26 EU Member States and Norway are involved in the selected proposals. 🤝 Extensive Cooperation: On average, selected proposals involve 17 entities from 8 countries. 🔍 Significant SME Involvement: SMEs represent over 42% of selected entities, securing more than 18% of the total requested EU funding. 🔬 Balanced Support: €265 million for 30 research projects and €766 million for 24 capability development projects. 🚀 Disruptive Technologies: 4% of the budget dedicated to game-changing innovations in defence. Background: The EDF is the EU's key instrument to support defence R&D cooperation and focuses on projects that result in state-of-the-art and interoperable defence technologies and equipment. #EuropeanDefence #Innovation #ResearchAndDevelopment #EDFFunding #EUCollaboration #DefenceTechnology #SMEs #InnovationInDefence https://lnkd.in/dGy6B8Kf

Leading NATO's #VC Fund 🎖🪖 Andrea Traversone, Managing Partner at NATO Innovation Fund (NIF) discusses the fund's mission to enhance #security for NATO allies' 1 billion citizens and bolster technological advancements, successfully addressing all the challenges of a volatile #geopolitical landscape. NIF's main goals are nothing short of ambitious; facilitating technology adoption by NATO allies and fostering #deeptech expertise within Europe, all while delivering commercial returns to investors just like any other #VC. #venture #venturecapital #defense

Improving the global efficiency of the electrical network for surface vessels is a goal of the research and technology projects in the framework of #Naviris, our joint venture with #NavalGroup. The Energy Consumption Optimization (#ECO) project delivered innovative solutions that allow to optimize the design phase, to obtain gains on energy efficiency and to reduce energy consumption thus generating less emissions. Research and innovation are our guiding principles in bringing the future on board. Stay connected with us to learn more about the R&T Program of Naviris. #Fincantieri #FutureOnBoard #Defence #Naval OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation)

LMT is proud to announce its participation in the International Defence Tech Investment Summit on October 3rd and 4th in Kyiv, Ukraine. This significant event highlights Ukraine's emergence as a global hub for defence innovations and serves as a compelling destination for international investment. LMT fully supports the summit’s mission to provide both Ukrainian and foreign investors with essential insights and guidance for successfully navigating investments in Ukraine's dynamic Defence Tech industry. As a company committed to fostering innovation, LMT is excited about the opportunities this summit presents and, as our representative – Director of LMT Defence Kaspars Pollaks emphasis, it not only showcases cutting-edge technological advancements but also stress the importance of collaboration between local developers and international investors. By participating, LMT aims to strengthen partnerships that will drive growth and enhance the capabilities of Ukraine’s defence sector. #InternationalDefenceTechInvestmentSummit #Defence #DefenceTech #DefenceTechInnovations #Innovations

We have a really strong slate of webinars coming up over the next month or so, with some great speakers! Everything from #copper to midstream energy, via #defence and US megacaps - see below: #webinar #investing