Start-up ecosystem
10 focus areas for a secure future.
A unique ecosystem for start-ups developing solutions for current and future security challenges – from initial idea to industrial operational readiness.
Development status
A campus in the making.
Mentoring, networks and testing infrastructure describe the planned campus offering, not services that have already been confirmed. The buildings documented in the exposé exist; their current availability and technical suitability must be clarified directly with ACTIV Group.
Focus areas
Identify innovations. Develop. Test. Scale.
- 01
Counter-UAS
Detection, identification and neutralisation of unmanned systems.
- 02
Protection of critical infrastructure
Physical and digital protection of energy, transport, communications and utilities.
- 03
Secure communications
Resilient, encrypted and interference-resistant communication solutions.
- 04
Sensor technology and situational awareness
AI-enabled reconnaissance, sensor data and near-real-time information processing.
- 05
Logistics and autonomous systems
Unmanned vehicles, supply, operational logistics and robotics.
- 06
Emergency response and hazard management
Technologies for civil protection, crisis management and mission support.
- 07
Training and simulation
Realistic training environments, VR/AR and digital twins.
- 08
Resilience and societal security
Technologies for a resilient and democratic society.
- 09
Technology and production
Innovative manufacturing processes and scalable production.
- 10
Dual-use innovations
Civilian and military applications for a secure future.
Support
Ideas. Expertise. Infrastructure.
- 01
Advisory and mentoring
Experienced mentors from business, academia and the armed forces.
- 02
Skills development and know-how
Training, workshops and continuing professional education on regulation, certification and procurement.
- 03
Infrastructure and testing facilities
Laboratories, testbeds, simulators, 5G/6G, AI and sensor technology.
- 04
Networks and partnerships
Direct dialogue with the Bundeswehr, industry and public authorities, pilot projects and initial customers.
- 05
Business development
Business model development, market entry and access to procurement structures.
- 06
Security and regulatory compliance
Export controls, compliance, dual-use and certification.
Space for start-ups
From a desk to a testing hall.
Offices available immediately
Hi 222 · 937 m² office building for initial teams.
Office and showroom
Hi 221 · 1,301 m² office and retail space.
Laboratory and R&D
Hi 120 · approx. 2,000 m² office, laboratory and production.
Halls for testing and scaling
Hi 152 · 13,969 m² with 6.80 m clear height.
Funding programmes
Programmes for orientation.
The following programmes and funds are referenced in the campus concept. This does not imply any partnership, accreditation or funding commitment. Access, current calls and eligibility are verified by the respective provider.
- European Defence Fund (EDF)
- EU Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS)
- NATO DIANA
- NATO Innovation Fund (NIF)
- German Accelerator
- WIPANO
Trade fairs 2027
We are where innovations happen.
- Eurosatory · Paris
- ILA · Berlin
- DSEI · London
- AUSA · Washington D.C.
- German Startup Summit · Berlin
- Slush · Helsinki
- CES · Las Vegas
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