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Defence Builder
Defence Builder is a Ukrainian defense technology accelerator established in 2024, focusing on supporting startups that develop military technologies for Ukraine's armed forces.
- Website
- defencebuilder.com
- Founded
- 2024
- Recorded stages
- Pre Seed, Seed, Series A
- Recorded regions
- Ukraine, United Kingdom, European Union
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Overview
Defence Builder is a comprehensive ecosystem designed to bridge Ukrainian defence technology into NATO markets. It serves as a single entry point for investors, companies, and institutions to access the defence market, focusing on early-stage defence tech companies with proven traction. The organization aims to transform battlefield-tested prototypes into scalable ventures ready for procurement and investment.
Focus
Defence Builder invests in early-stage defence tech companies, particularly those with working prototypes. Their focus areas include Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV), Electronic Warfare (EW), radars, Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS), communications, sensors, and engines, primarily targeting companies at the Pre-Seed to Series A stages.
Support
Defence Builder offers mentorship, access to capital, procurement pathways, and introductions to military operators and NATO-market investors. The accelerator program includes real-environment testing and feedback from active military units to ensure that companies are investor-ready.
Questions
Q: What stages does Defence Builder support? A: Defence Builder supports companies at the Pre-Seed to Series A stages. Q: How long is the accelerator program? A: The DB Accelerator program lasts for 4 months. Q: How can I apply? A: Applications can be submitted through the official website.
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