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 TOUCHEvents in 2026
| Place |
Event |
Date |
| Prague, Czechia |
NATO DIANA Cohort 2026 Opening event |
01/21/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
Mobile Deployable Communications Conference, SAE Media Group |
01/27/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
Current NATO Programmes and Opportunities for the Czech Defence Industry |
01/27/2026 |
| Munich, Germany |
NATO DIANA’s Defence & Security Days 2026 |
02/10-12/2026 |
| Munich, Germany |
EUDIS Defence Accelerator’s First Cohort Closing Event |
02/12/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
EDF Info Day |
02/17/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
Our Security Cannot Be Taken For Granted |
03/05/2026 |
| Brussels, Belgium |
EDF Info Days 2026 |
03/10-11/2026 |
| Detroit, US |
XPONENTIAL 2026 |
05/11-14/2026 |
| Maribor, Slovenia |
PODIM EXPO Slovenia |
05/11-13/2026 |
| Warsaw, Poland |
IT Arena |
05/15-16/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
NATO DIANA 2026 Curriculum |
05/21-23/2026 |
| Paris, France |
DIANA 2026 Demo Days Paris |
06/15-19/2026 |
| Prague, Czechia |
Launch of DIANA Challenge 2027 |
06/2026 |
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.
Follow Defence Hub CzechInvest on LinkedIn.
Our activities are supported by the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic.
