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Defence Industry and Space

A Secure Europe
An Autonomous Europe

Our investment in space and defence is strategic and long-term aiming at a sovereign and autonomous Europe.

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A Resilient Europe
A Resilient Europe

Since the start of Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine, DG DEFIS has introduced a series of measures to meet increased demand for ammunition and ramp up production in the wake of a fundamentally changed security environment in Europe.

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A Secure Europe
A Secure Europe

Through our work, we help to shield the European Union and its citizens from various threats.

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An Innovative Europe
An Innovative Europe

We make sure Europe remains an innovation hub by easing access to finance for space and defence companies while keeping our talents in Europe.

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For Europe

  • A prosperous and competitive Europe
    We ensure that Europe remains competitive in a fast-changing global environment.
  • A new era for European defence and security
    Through our work, we address Europe’s security and defence challenges and enhance preparedness and crisis management.
  • A European Union for the people
    We invest in people and support their knowledge, creativity and ability to adapt to change.
  • A sustainable Union
    Our efforts are towards monitoring our planet’s health and protect the environment.
  • A global Europe
    We develop partnerships and we strengthen space and defence capabilities and synergies.
  • A Union that looks ahead
    We plan strategically our resources, building strong and resilient policy frameworks.

Key Contributions

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EU Space

DG DEFIS leads the EU’s space agenda, ensuring autonomous access and strategic security. Programmes like Galileo and Copernicus strengthen industrial competitiveness and infrastructure resilience, promoting at the same time SMEs innovation. The proposed EU Space Law aims to create a secure, sustainable regulatory framework. The goal is to position Europe as a global space leader, integrating defence, industry, and research.

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EU Defence

DG DEFIS enhances Europe’s defence readiness through various programmes, boosting R&D and joint procurement. The 2030 Defence Readiness Roadmap focuses on scaling production, improving military mobility, and supporting Ukraine. Periodic summits with the industries align strategies, while the SAFE framework speeds up critical equipment delivery. The aim is a resilient, innovative, and interoperable European defence industry.

Commission publishes the Action Plan on Drone and Counter-Drone Security
EU Aeronautics Industry

DG DEFIS supports Europe’s aeronautics sector by advancing clean technologies like hydrogen-powered aircraft and sustainable fuels. Research funding and public-private partnerships drive innovation, while digitalisation and supply chain resilience remain key priorities. The objective is to maintain Europe’s global leadership in aeronautics through sustainability and technological progress.

Commissioner for Defence and Space (right), Andrius Kubilius & Vsevolod Chentsov (left), Head of mission of Ukraine to the EU.
Supporting Ukraine

DG DEFIS coordinates EU military aid to Ukraine, accelerating ammunition and defence system production via dedicated calls and the SAFE framework. The focus is on delivering timely assistance while strengthening Europe’s industrial capacity and cross-border cooperation.

Documents and Reference

  • Bremen and Wadden Sea from as seen by Sentinel-1D
    Defis Repository

    This repository facilitates the search of previous publications and communication materials created by DG DEFIS. Item of this repository are public information and subjected to the copyright mentioned at the bottom of each document.

  • EU Defence Observer newsletter
    Defence and Space Newsletters

    Discover the latest insights with the EU Defence Observer, your front-row seat to Europe’s defence innovation and strategy. Explore new horizons with the EU Space Observer, covering missions, technologies, and space policy. Get exclusive updates straight from DG DEFIS on strategic programmes and industry developments. Subscribe now and stay connected to Europe’s defence, and space ambitions.