Securing the Future 2026 - Innovation for Resilience
Securing the Future will return
We are proud to announce that on the 16th of September 2026 Securing the Future will return to The Hague (Binckhaven). Following the success of the first edition of Securing the Future last year during the NATO summit.
- Date: Wednesday, 16 september 2026
- Time: All day event
- Location: Binkhaven – The TItaan The Hague, The Netherlands
Our Event in Numbers
Securing the Future 2026
Securing the Future is an international innovation platform dedicated entirely to the application and rapid adoption of dual-use technology by startups and scaleups: civil and defense solutions that are shaping the security of tomorrow. Building on a debut that united 750 participants and facilitated over 320 business meetings, this year’s edition is designed to accelerate international cooperation and commercial implementation.
What to expect for this year's edition?
- High-Traffic Matchmaking: Organized one-on-one meetings between technology providers, Ministries of Defence (MoDs), and international industry partners to realize rapid adoption and scaling. These sessions are facilitated by the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN).
- Showcasing & Industry Booths: Direct presentations and exhibits from leaders in AI, quantum technologies, unmanned systems, and cybersecurity.
- Real-Life Demo Arena: An extensive outdoor area dedicated to live demonstrations, featuring specific facilities for water-based applications such as underwater drones and maritime security solutions.
- Investor Pitch Stages: Exclusive pitch sessions featuring top European innovators presenting to a panel of specialized VCs and European defense funds.
- Strengthening European Cooperation Through our partnership with EDIF and the provision of a physical real-life demonstration space, we offer the right environment and connections to bring tomorrow's security technology to the market today.
Why attend?
This event offers a high-level platform for strategic dialogue, international cooperation, and the exchange of cutting-edge ideas. You will experience breakthrough technologies, explore critical security issues, and connect with key players who are shaping the global innovation landscape.
“Great energy, valuable connections, and a clear focus on collaboration for a more secure and innovative future. Looking forward to building on the momentum together.”
- Ron van den Houten (VNO-NCW)
Strategic Alignment with EDIF
Organized in cooperation with the European Defence Innovation Forum (EDIF)- taking place the next days on September 17–18 at the World Forum, Europe's leading platform where combat-tested innovation meets capital and policy.
Securing the Future serves as the essential bridge between dual-use startups/scale-ups and small- and medium-sized enterprises, corporates, defence and security organisations and investors.in making deals and setup real collaborations.
