Policy watch in the defence area
The European Union is developing a comprehensive framework of policies and guidelines to ensure emerging technologies serve people, society and democratic values. These acts aim to promote innovation while safeguarding fundamental rights, security and ethical standards.
This section aims to help national stakeholders understand the European Union’s agenda and priorities and enable them to grasp the full significance of the EU policies, identify strategic opportunities and align their activities with Europe’s ambitions.
Europe’s defence reset: Understanding Readiness 2030
After years of underinvestment and relying on a stable global order, Europe is shifting gears. Readiness 2030, the EU’s bold new plan for defence published in March 2025, marks a turning point in how the continent prepares for emerging threats, from conventional warfare to cyberattacks and hybrid challenges. In October 2025, the European Commission presented its roadmap for achieving defence readiness by 2030.
This Market Intelligence Briefing breaks down what is coming: more joint procurement, faster cross-border mobility, bigger investments in next-gen tech like AI and quantum and a serious push to boost Europe’s own defence industry, including startups and SMEs. It also covers the EU’s evolving relationship with Ukraine, NATO and global partners, all while rethinking how to fund it through innovative financial tools like the €150 billion SAFE loan facility.
Whether you are in industry, research or policy, this briefing offers a clear, accessible snapshot of how the EU plans to ramp up readiness and why now is the time to pay attention.
