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PRAXI Network, a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and coordinator of Enterprise Europe Network Hellas, in collaboration with DEFEA 2025, is organizing a matchmaking event within the framework of the international defense and security exhibition DEFEA – Defence Exhibition Athens 2025.

DEFEA – Defence Exhibition Athens 2025 (May 6-8)

DEFEA – Defence Exhibition Athens 2025 will take place on May 6-8 in Athens, at the Metropolitan Expo. The event gathers global defense industry leaders from Europe, North America, Africa, Central and Eastern Asia, and the Middle East, fostering international cooperation, technological advancements, and economic growth. The exhibition is held under the auspices and support of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defense and is organized in cooperation with SEKPY (Hellenic Manufacturers of Defence Materiel Association) by ROTA Exhibitions Greece.

DEFEA 2025 – Matchmaking Event (May 7 & 8)

The DEFEA 2025 Matchmaking Event (B2B) will take place on May 7 & 8, offering opportunities for international technological, business, and research collaborations in the emerging fields of Defense and Security.

The event is supported by the Enterprise Europe Network and the Sector Group Aerospace and Defence.

Participation Benefits

• Take advantage of business opportunities to further develop your organization through interactions with the Greek and international defense community.
• The exhibition will host exhibitors from over 25 countries, showcasing the latest developments in Defense and Security, creating opportunities for new collaborations and synergies.
• By participating in the DEFEA 2025 Matchmaking Event, you will have the chance to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and military officials.

Participation in the DEFEA 2025 – Matchmaking Event

Registrations for interested participants are now open: https://defea-2025-matchmaking-event.b2match.io/

Meeting requests will begin on April 7, 2025.

All meetings will take place onsite at the exhibition venue, and participation is FREE. However, registration for the exhibition is mandatory and a prerequisite for participating in the matchmaking event.

Areas of Interest

Naval Sector

• Naval Platforms and Systems
• Maritime Surveillance and C4ISR
• Shipbuilding, Maintenance, and Security

Aerospace Sector

• Aircraft, UAVs, and Munitions
• Weapon Platforms
• Aerospace Electronics and Space Systems
• Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO)

Army Sector

• Land Platforms, Infantry Equipment, and Defence Systems
• Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) and C4ISR
• Engineering and Logistics Support

Security Sector

• Cybersecurity and Homeland Protection
• Surveillance, Monitoring, and Public Safety
• Critical Infrastructure and Border Protection
• Counter-Terrorism, Law Enforcement, and Disaster Response
• Private and Personal Security