Defence Hub is a strategic initiative by CzechInvest that drives innovation and technological advancement in defence and dual-use technologies.
Two Pillars of the Defence Hub
- CONTACT POINT - We connect Czech innovation with key national and European defense opportunities, including DIANA, NATO Innovation Fund (NIF), and the European Defence Fund (EDF).
- ACCELERATION SITE - We find and support high-potential startups for initiatives like NATO DIANA, and will operate the DIANA Accelerator Czechia.
For Startups
CzechInvest can help companies connect with potential partners, identify opportunities for financing their technologies, or provide direct support through some of the agency’s programmes.
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Defence Hub supports startups developing dual-use technologies through:
Applications for the DIANA 2026 cohort are now closed.
During the application period, webinars hosted by DIANA HQ were held to help applicants craft a strong proposal.
Check out the full list of DIANA webinars:
- Introduction to the DIANA Programme – recording is available here.
- Tips for Submitting a Successful Proposal – recording is available – here.
- Understanding Dual-use Technologies – recording is available – here.
For the most recent news, you can follow DIANA on LinkedIn.
Hear what startups from the NATO DIANA 2025 cohort say about their experience with DIANA Accelerator Czechia and the Defence Hub.
For others
We are building a strong ecosystem for dual-use innovation in the Czech Republic. Our goal is to foster collaboration across sectors and connect relevant actors within the defence innovation landscape.
If you represent:
- VC (Venture Capital)
- Corporates
- Researchers
- Students
Let's connect and discuss possibilities:
GET IN TOUCHUpcoming Events
| Place |
Event |
Date |
| Prague, Czechia |
Meeting of Innovation Centers with Defence Hub |
08/26/2025 |
| Lvov, Ukraine |
Defense Tech Innovations Forum 2025 |
09/18-19/2025 |
| Tallin, Estonia |
Estonian Defence Week 2025 |
09/22-26/2025 |
| Halifax, Canada |
DEFSEC Atlantic 2025 |
10/1-3/2025 |
| Bucharest, Romania |
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10/1–2/2025 |
| Prague, Czechia |
EUDIS Defence Hackathon and Mentoring |
10/17–19/2025 |
| Prague, Czechia |
Czech Startup Week 2025 |
10/20-22/2025 |
| Paris, France |
European Defence Week 2025 |
10/27-31/2025 |
| Sofia, Bulgaria |
Regional Defence Summit 2025 |
10/28/2025 |
| Prague, Czechia |
German Czech Economic Forum 2025 |
11/11/2025 |
| Prague, Czechia |
NATO DIANA Accelerator Czechia Winter Networking |
12/10/2025 |
How CzechInvest Supports Defence Innovation?
As part of its own programs, CzechInvest supports dual-use technologies in the Technology Incubation program in the Tech4Life sector.
Thanks to the support of the Ministry of Defense of the Czech Republic, CzechInvest is also one of the acceleration sites of the DIANA (Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic) program, launched by NATO in 2023. From this position, the agency assists applicants with their application to the DIANA program and provides an acceleration program for selected companies.
Our activities are supported by the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic.
