AI• Counter-Drone • Missile Detection • Cyber Defence

DefenceTech Switzerland 2026

Where Swiss engineering meets the future of European security

Leading Swiss & European technology companies developing next-generation defence and security systems.
June 10, 2026
Full-Day Conference & Exhibition

Overview

Recent conflicts have demonstrated a major shift in modern warfare.

Large numbers of drones, loitering munitions and missiles are increasingly used to attack cities, energy infrastructure, datacenters, and military systems.

This creates an urgent need for technologies that can:

  • detect incoming threats early
  • protect airspace and critical infrastructure
  • neutralize drones and missile systems
  • provide real-time warning to civilian populations

Switzerland hosts a strong ecosystem in AI, sensors, cybersecurity, drones and precision engineering that can contribute to these emerging defence challenges.

DefenceTech Switzerland 2026 brings together Swiss and European technology companies, researchers, government stakeholders and investors to explore solutions for modern airspace security and critical infrastructure protection.

Representatives from European defence ministries, EU institutions and NATO organizations will be invited to participate and engage with the Swiss technology ecosystem.

Key Topic Areas

Counter-Drone & Airspace Protection
  • detection and tracking of UAVs
  • electronic warfare and signal disruption
  • kinetic and non-kinetic drone interception
  • protection of airports, cities and infrastructure
Missile Detection & Early Warning Systems
  • radar and sensor networks
  • AI-based threat detection
  • real-time missile trajectory analysis
  • automatic activation of civil defence warning systems
AI for Air Defence
  • AI-assisted threat classification
  • real-time sensor fusion
  • automated defence decision support
  • predictive defence analytics
Cyber Defence, Critical Infrastructure Protection & Cyber Crisis Management
  • protection of energy infrastructure
  • defence of telecommunications networks, datacenters
  • protection of industrial systems (OT / ICS)
  • resilience against hybrid attacks
Defence Sensors & Precision Technologies
  • radar systems
  • optical detection technologies
  • communication systems for defence
  • high-precision electronics and components

Swiss & European Technology Companies

DefenceTech Switzerland 2026 brings together Swiss and European companies developing defence technologies including:

  • counter-drone systems
  • air defence technologies
  • defence AI and analytics
  • cybersecurity and infrastructure protection
  • sensors and advanced electronics

The event connects established defence companies, innovative startups and research institutions across Switzerland and Europe.

International Participation

Invitations will be extended to representatives from organizations including:

  • NATO DIANA
  • NATO Innovation Fund
  • European Defence Agency
  • European Commission (DG DEFIS)
  • European Defence Fund
  • European Space Agency
  • NATO Science and Technology Organization

Who Should Attend

- defence and aerospace companies
- drone and counter-drone technology firms
- cybersecurity leaders
- government and defence agencies
- venture capital and investors
- research institutions and universities

Event Format

Full-day conference in Zurich including :

  • keynote presentations
  • expert panel discussions
  • technology demonstrations
  • networking sessions
  • exhibitions

The focus is on practical technologies addressing emerging airspace and infrastructure security challenges.

Speakers

ICS-OT-IIoT Cyber Security Consultant | Certified Lead Auditor
Daniel Ehrenreich
Daniel Ehrenreich, B.Sc. Engineering, MBA for Engineers, CISSP, ISO27001 Lead Auditor, SCCE- Secure Communications and Control Experts. Daniel has over 35 years of experience with ICS-OT systems for electric power, water, sewage, oil, and gas industries. Daniel is an active member of several ISA-IEC 62443 committees and has published over 150 professional & short papers in Israel and abroad. Since 2010, Daniel has combined his ICS-OT-IIoT engineering activities with cybersecurity, consulting and delivering training sessions in Israel and worldwide. Daniel previously held senior positions in Israel at Waterfall Security, Siemens, and Motorola Solutions, dealing with cyber defense for industrial operations. Since 2016, Daniel has been the permanent Chairperson for the ICS CyberSec Conference in Israel.
President High-Tech Connect
Ralf Haller
With 25+ years in high-tech, I’ve been fortunate to help companies grow by combining data-driven marketing, strategic partnerships, and practical go-to-market execution. My journey has taken me from Silicon Valley to Switzerland, across roles in product marketing, product management, business development, and innovation leadership. I’ve worked with B2B companies in AI, data engineering, legal tech, and IT infrastructure, always with a focus on delivering measurable results, building trust, and creating lasting market impact. Along the way, I’ve built and led international marketing teams, launched high-ROI campaigns, and learned the value of staying hands-on. My background mixes deep technical training (MSc EE from KIT, MSc Data Science from MIT) with executive education (INSEAD) and three decades of real-world experience. Today, I’m passionate about scaling AI-first platforms and supporting the adoption of transformative technologies in Europe.
Associate Professor at Northeastern University
Prof. Dr. Aanjhan Ranganathan
Aanjhan is an associate professor (with tenure) in the Khoury College of Computer Sciences at Northeastern University in Boston, USA. He is also an affiliate faculty in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His current research revolves around the security and privacy of wireless networks with a strong focus on autonomous cyber-physical systems and smart ecosystems. He has worked on a wide variety of topics including physical-layer security of wireless systems, secure localization and proximity verification, trusted computing architectures, and side-channels. He is a recipient of several awards including the outstanding dissertation award from ETH Zurich, regional winner of European Space Agency’s Satellite Navigation competition and the Cyber Award from Armasuisse (Switzerland’s Department of Defense). Prior to joining Northeastern, he was a senior researcher in the System Security group at ETH Zurich and has over 3 years of industry research experience as a senior engineer at Robert Bosch GmbH’s Car Multimedia Division “Blaupunkt” where he was involved in the development of embedded modules for top automotive manufacturers including Audi and Volkswagen. He holds an M.Sc with specialization in Electronics and Microelectronics from EPFL, Switzerland and a Ph.D in Computer Science from ETH Zurich, Switzerland.

Draft Agenda

Counter-drone technologies & airspace protection.

Missile detection & early warning systems.

AI for defence systems.

Cyber defence & critical infrastructure protection.

Defence sensors & precision technology.

Time - CET
Type
ThemE
08:30
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Registration & Networking Coffee
09:00
Opening Keynote
The New Era of Drone and Missile Warfare
09:45
Panel
Counter-Drone Technologies & Airspace Protection
11:00
Panel
Missile Detection & Early Warning Systems
12:15
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Networking Lunch
13:30
Panel
AI for Air Defence Systems
14:45
Panel
Cyber Defence & Critical Infrastructure Protection
16:00
Industry Roundtable
Building Europe's Defence Technology Capabilities
17:00
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Networking Reception

Sponsorship Opportunities

DefenceTech Switzerland 2026 connects companies shaping the future of air defence, counter-drone technologies, cybersecurity and defence AI.

Sponsors gain:

  • visibility among Swiss and European defence technology leaders
  • access to decision makers across the defence ecosystem
  • opportunities to build strategic partnerships

Organizations active in defenceAI, radar, sensors, counter-drone systems, cybersecurity or defence infrastructure technologies are invited to participate.

Organised by

High-Tech Connect