Future Forces Forum is proud to support the EUDIS Defence Hackathon & Mentoring Programme – Spring 2026, hosted in the Czech Republic by the University of Defence and JIC.

The hackathon will take place 26 - 28 March 2026 in Brno and is part of a series of eight simultaneous defence hackathons across Europe aimed at strengthening the European defence innovation ecosystem.

Participants will work on real defence challenges focused on Defending Airspace, including:

• Cost-effective drone interceptors
• Next-generation drone detection systems
• Protection against airborne threats

The event brings together start-ups, researchers, students, engineers and defence experts to develop practical solutions for emerging security challenges and accelerate their path toward operational deployment.

Winning teams will gain access to a mentorship programme and EU-level pitching opportunities, while also connecting with key stakeholders from the European defence ecosystem.