The Czech Republic is one of the most developed industrial economies in Central Europe. Key industries in the country include high-tech manufacturing, the automotive sector, aerospace, robotics, precision engineering and defence. The defence industry is growing rapidly and investing heavily in modernisation and innovation.
For whom
The mission is aimed at Dutch companies and research institutions operating in the smart manufacturing sector (such as semiconductors, photonics, laser technology and the optical industry) and in the fields of defence, security and dual-use technologies (such as advanced materials and composites, and dual-use and cyber security technologies)
Programme
The programme is tailored to the participants’ requirements and drawn up in consultation with the Royal Metal Union and the Dutch Defence & Security Industry (NIDV).
The final programme will be announced 1 to 2 weeks before departure.
Provisional programme:
Tuesday 6 October – Prague
Morning flight to Prague
Kick-off meeting
Lunch
Company visits
Matchmaking
Networking reception with members of the Netherlands Czech Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday 7 October – Brno
Transfer to Brno
Visit to MSV
Matchmaking
Networking event at the trade fair
Thursday 8 October – Brno
Breakfast and check-out
Company visits
Matchmaking
Transfer to Prague
Hotel check-in
Free evening
Friday 9 October – Dolní Břežany
Breakfast and check-out
Dutch-Czech Innovation Day in Dolní Břežany
Showcases by Dutch and Czech companies and collaborative projects
Late flight to Amsterdam
When and where
Dates: 6 to 9 October 2026
Venue: Prague, Brno and Dolní Břežany
Further information and registration
Please visit the RVO website for further information and to register: