Three challenges:
Cost-effective drone interceptors
Next-generation drone detection systems
Human–Machine Teaming for scalable Counter-UAS-operations (Ukraine-relevant use cases)
This is not a brainstorming event. You have a working prototype or validated core technology (minimum TRL 4), can work towards real-world validation at Unmanned Valley, and benefit from direct access to decision-makers and experts from the Ministry of Defence, TNO, NLR, and InnovationQuarter.
Why participate?
Demonstrate and pitch your solution to the Ministry of Defence, leading defence companies and the European defence ecosystem.
Win cash prizes and a European mentoring programme.
Realize concrete opportunities for follow-up projects, pilots and collaborations.
For whom
This is an exclusively on-site hackathon. All selected participants must travel to the designated location and be present for the entire hackathon weekend (26-28 March 2026).
To be eligible, you must meet the following conditions:
You must be 18 years or older.
You must be a citizen and resident of an EU Member State, Norway, or Ukraine.
You must be present in person and physically present for the entire duration of the hackathon.
You must be part of a team (minimum of two members) before the start of the competition.
When and where
Date: 26 - 28 March 2026
Location: Unmanned Valley, Katwijk
More information and registration
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