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:
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.

DefenceTech Switzerland 2026 brings together Swiss and European companies developing defence technologies including:
The event connects established defence companies, innovative startups and research institutions across Switzerland and Europe.
Invitations will be extended to representatives from organizations including:

- defence and aerospace companies
- drone and counter-drone technology firms
- cybersecurity leaders
- government and defence agencies
- venture capital and investors
- research institutions and universities
Full-day conference in Zurich including :
The focus is on practical technologies addressing emerging airspace and infrastructure security challenges.






Counter-drone technologies & airspace protection.
Missile detection & early warning systems.
AI for defence systems.
Cyber defence & critical infrastructure protection.
Defence sensors & precision technology.
DefenceTech Switzerland 2026 connects companies shaping the future of air defence, counter-drone technologies, cybersecurity and defence AI.
Sponsors gain:
Organizations active in defenceAI, radar, sensors, counter-drone systems, cybersecurity or defence infrastructure technologies are invited to participate.