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PwC Scale Defence & Resilience Tech Programme

 

Defence and resilience technologies are becoming increasingly vital as digital threats and global instability reshape the security landscape. Across Europe, the drive for innovation is growing, leading to greater investment in advanced solutions that protect critical infrastructure and ensure safety. 

To harness this momentum and meet ongoing demand for innovation, we’re launching the pan-European Scale Defence & Resilience Tech Programme. This equips startups with the tools, expertise, and connections they need to scale their solutions and collaborate with key stakeholders in the defence and resilience ecosystem. The PwC Scale Defence & Resilience Tech Programme helps innovative startups scale faster and contribute to Europe’s security and resilience.

Programme overview

The PwC Scale Defence & Resilience Tech Programme is aimed at accelerating growth for defence tech startups across Europe. This 10-week programme is designed to help startups fast-track their business growth, tackle scaling issues, and build valuable connections with decision makers, industry experts, and a vibrant innovation community. 

Are you interested in accessing PwC’s network, community events, expert guidance, and ongoing support, helping you achieve rapid, deal-ready growth in the defence tech market?

Apply here 

Eligibility criteria for participation

  • Defence and resilience tech startups

  • Validated B2B solutions—tested by users and/or sold to clients

  • Seed—series A funding stage 

  • International growth ambitions

  • European HQ  

Key benefits of Scale programme for startups

Boost your sales

1:1 tailored mentoring  

Gain personalised guidance from our subject-matter experts.

Boost your sales

Masterclasses

Participate in hands-on sessions to enhance your knowledge.

Access to PwC

Market access

Leverage PwC’s extensive external network. 

Access to PwC

Innovation Day

Get direct access to industry leaders and decision makers.

Access to PwC

Internal pitching event 

Connect with our internal network to explore new opportunities.

Alumni network 

Join a community of fellow founders to leverage peer-to-peer support. 

The programme combines in-person events with flexible virtual sessions, offering opportunities to connect with senior industry leaders and PwC stakeholders. 

  • Kick-off Event—February 2026

Engage with fellow cohort members and the programme team to gain insights into current industry trends and begin the collaborative 10-week programme journey.

  • Programme Delivery—January–April 2026 

Meet the PwC network and join interactive masterclasses where our experts cover various topics tailored to your current needs and challenges. Request 1:1 sessions for deeper business insights. 

  • Innovation Day—April 2026

Connect with executives, corporates, and partners. Present your business to a select group of leaders and PwC stakeholders. Network to build commercial opportunities and collaborations. 

  • Join our alumni community 

Interested in joining PwC Scale Defence and Resilience Tech Programme as a startup? Let’s scale together.

Contact us

Kateryna  Kondrunina

Kateryna Kondrunina

Manager, PwC Finland

Tel: +358 20 7877145

Giulia Di Mascio

Giulia Di Mascio

Manager, PwC Italy

Magdalena Kwoska

Magdalena Kwoska

Scale CEE Leader, Senior Manager, PwC Poland

Tel: +48 519 507 697

Jannis Grube

Jannis Grube

IFS - Clients & Markets, Manager, PwC Germany

Tel: +49 171 9168330

Kristine Berglund

Kristine Berglund

Scale Lead, Manager, PwC Belgium

Tel: +32 471 20 21 40

Thierry Calatayut

Thierry Calatayut

Director at PwC Strategy&, PwC France

Lisann Tandy

Lisann Tandy

Scale Corporate Manager, PwC Germany

Tel: +49 151 26339146

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