Spotlight on dual-use innovation: EIC Scaling Club companies making waves in defence tech
In a period of heightened geopolitical tension, many deep tech companies are expanding their technologies into dual-use or defence-relevant applications – and EIC Scaling Club companies are no exception. We highlighted members whose technologies and innovations have clear dual-use potential in defence – and are helping strengthen Europe’s security landscape for the decade ahead.
PowerUP secures €10 million Series A to advance dual-use hydrogen power systems
PowerUP Energy Technologies (Estonia) has raised €10 million in Series A funding. The scale-up will use these funds to accelerate the manufacturing and global deployment of its hydrogen-powered electric generators.
Easelink has announced a major partnership with AUDI AG, Nissan Motor Corporation, and VOYAH to accelerate the deployment of its Matrix Charging technology across electric vehicle brands.
Heimdall Power and Puget Sound Energy launch landmark DLR project
Heimdall Power announced a groundbreaking project with Puget Sound Energy (PSE), the largest energy utility in Washington state. This marks the largest deployment of dynamic line rating (DLR) sensors in the United States.
Events
European Defence Fund Webinar
When? 9 February 2026, 15:00-16:15 CET
Where? Online
Join the webinar to learn how the European Defence Fund (EDF) can help scale-ups like yours accelerate innovation and explore new collaboration opportunities within the European defence ecosystem.
European DeepTech Week 2026 will unite the European innovation ecosystem through tailored pitching sessions, expert panels across key deep-tech fields, and curated matchmaking, workshops, and networking designed to spark high-value collaboration.
Get ready for another unmissable gathering, connecting Europe's tech and startup ecosystem! Exclusive for EIC Scaling Club members: use the code EICScalingClub for your free ticket!
During the event, participants will have several opportunities for networking and meeting EIC projects that will showcase their solutions at the exhibition.
Join a full-day event dedicated to networking with the most influential VCs and CVCs across Europe investing in deep tech. It includes a group of 350 startups and 300 investors, focusing on 1-to-1 meetings.
Europe’s flagship deep-tech gathering, uniting more than 3,000 global founders, industry leaders, investors, researchers, and ecosystem players each year.
EIC Scaling Club's final in-person event will gather our members and selected guests in Paris, France. Hear inspiring keynotes and fireside chats from our companies, mentors, and industry leaders. And gain practical insights from best-practice workshops on scaling, investment, and partnerships.
