
FORTIFY Norway
FORTIFY Norway
The Norwegian edition of the EUDIS Defence Hackathon, hosted by Kjeller Innovasjon and Startuplab, is a European initiative that brings together innovators, startups, researchers, industry experts and defence stakeholders to solve real-world defence and security challenges. Over an intensive weekend, participants work in multidisciplinary teams to develop and prototype new solutions while gaining access to mentors, end-users and experts from across the defence innovation ecosystem. The most promising teams can gain visibility, valuable connections and opportunities for further development beyond the hackathon.
Who Can Apply?
The hackathon is open to:
- Startups and entrepreneurs
- Students and researchers
- Engineers, developers and designers
- Defence and security professionals
- Individuals with expertise in software, hardware, AI, cyber security, autonomy, space, drones or related technologies
- Anyone motivated to solve real-world defence and security challenges
What You'll Gain?
Participants receive:
- Access to real-world defence and security challenges
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Mentoring from industry, research and defence experts
- Networking opportunities with innovators and stakeholders
- Exposure to potential partners, customers and investors
- The opportunity to further develop winning concepts through follow-on activities and mentoring programmes
Why Participate?
- Tackle real defence and security challenges
- Build innovative solutions with talented peers
- Gain insight into the defence innovation ecosystem
- Connect with industry leaders and decision-makers
- Explore future funding, pilot and collaboration opportunities
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