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Thirteen Dutch Innovators Selected to Pitch Defense & Dual-Use Technologies at Blue Magic Netherlands

Featuring keynotes from senior military and NATO leaders, thirteen Dutch tech companies prepare to pitch cutting-edge solutions addressing critical defense challenges to industry decision-makers at the Eindhoven innovation event By Joe Macey / 05 Nov 2026
Thirteen Dutch Innovators Selected to Pitch Defense & Dual-Use Technologies at Blue Magic Netherlands
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Blue Magic Ventures by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) returns on November 17th for the next Blue Magic Netherlands (BMNL) Dual-Use Innovation & Investment Conference in Eindhoven.

This is the third year that Netherlands-based technology companies have been invited to pitch innovative, transformative solutions addressing critical defense and security challenges.

This year’s event will feature remarks from key figures in the defense community: Brigadier General Peter Gielen, Military Advisor on Integrated Air and Missile Defence of the Netherlands; Mark Lengton, Deputy Commissioner Military Production, Ministry of Economic Affairs & Climate Policy; and Kadri Tammai, Chief Programme Officer, Regional Director, NATO DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic).

Brad Lunn, Managing Director of Blue Magic Ventures, said, “We’ve been successful in tapping into the Dutch ecosystem, which has a great wealth of knowledge and know-how. Our distinguished speakers really reflect that, and this year’s conference has a great mix of technology presentations and keynotes. We’re excited for the 13 companies selected to pitch their capabilities and tech solutions at this year’s event.”

After evaluating applications and proposals, the following companies have been selected to pitch at this year’s BMNL:

  • Ignarion B.V.
  • Estel Industries B.V.
  • Noorder Dynamics
  • Speeder Systems BV
  • Nedinsco
  • SandGrain
  • The Antenna Company Nederland B.V.
  • Oko Camera Netherlands B.V.
  • Wave Energy Collective BV
  • Sensing360 B.V.
  • Con-Teg B.V.
  • EMX Powertrain
  • TETMET

The companies will present their capabilities before a panel of decision-makers and industry stakeholders seeking emerging technologies to help scale and accelerate for production or integration in next-generation systems. Company presentations will showcase the benefits and applications of their innovative solution across commercial and defense initiatives, including Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, the industry in which GA-ASI is a world leader.

To learn more, visit the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc Partner Hub: Innovation Partner Hub
Posted by Joe Macey Joseph Macey is a Content Specialist at Unmanned Systems Technology. Since joining in 2022, he has focused on emerging technologies in unmanned systems, with particular expertise in Counter-UAS, communication systems, and camera technologies. A graduate of Falmouth University in Journalism, Joseph began his career in 2019 as a local reporter. His journalism experience not only sharpens his reporting but also enhances his ability to conduct in-depth interviews, enabling him to deliver authoritative insights on the latest industry trends. Connect

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