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@EU_Commission Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space l DG DEFIS 🇪🇺 Commissioner @KubiliusA #EUSpace #EUDefence

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The Arctic is Europe’s northern neighbourhood. ❄️ The region is changing rapidly, from rising temperatures to growing security challenges. That’s why a new Strategy for the Arctic was presented today. 👇
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🇪🇺 @EU_Commission has unveiled its new Strategy for the Arctic, focusing on security, resilience, climate and prosperity for Arctic communities. 🛰️ This #CopernicusEU Sentinel-2 image shows sea ice drifting off 🇬🇱 illustrate Arctic dynamics. 🔗 link.europa.eu/pNjvgr #EUSpace
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🎉 1 day to go until the @EU_SST 10 Years of Operations Anniversary Event! Tomorrow, we celebrate a decade of protecting satellites, advancing cooperation in space safety & sustainability. Follow the event @defis_eu! @EU_Commission @EU4Space 🔗 eusst.eu/
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🚀 558 innovators. Eight countries. Three days shaping the future of #EUDefence! 🇪🇺 🏆 Meet the eight winning teams of the EUDIS Defence Hackathon Autumn 2026! 💡 Discover their innovative solutions 👉 eudis-hackathon.eu/winners/ #EUDISHackathon #EUdefence
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Over the past decade, @EU_SST has evolved tremendously, and we are very proud of this great achievement. That's why this week we will celebrate 10 years of EU SST! Follow the anniversary celebrations here! 🎉 @EU_Commission @EU4Space 🔗 eusst.eu/
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@KubiliusAOct 16
Boosting 🇪🇺 defence production, strengthening security of supply & reducing dependency on components from 3rd countries! €168.2mln under #EDIP will support 8 projects to scale up production of energetic components for missiles, drones, ammunition across 17 sites in 14 MSs & 🇳🇴.
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@KubiliusAOct 16
Congratulations to the winners - 🇪🇺 defence innovation companies - who were selected in the second phase of #BraveTechEU!🇪🇺 Defence innovation matters, but innovation tested under operational conditions matters even more. #EUDefence ⬇️ 1/3
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@KubiliusAOct 17
Better preparedness saves lives. 🛰️ #EUSpace techs - from @CopernicusEU & Galileo to GOVSATCOM & future IRIS² - help monitor risks & coordinate responses. At “From Space to Grassroots”, we discussed the Compass that draw a path for more space in support of disaster management.
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@KubiliusAOct 17
Modern warfare is changing fast. 🇺🇦 shows us—those who innovate fastest gain the edge. With #AGILE, 🇪🇺 will invest €115mln in 2027 to help start-ups&SMEs turn bold ideas into deployable defence capabilities—grants in 4 months&technologies reaching armed forces within 1–2 years.
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Copernicus EU@CopernicusEUOct 16
🌊Warming & extreme climate events are transforming our oceans, affecting all from marine ecosystems to coastal communities. Discover the findings of the 10th #CopernicusEU Ocean State Report & how 🛰️ data can help us prepare for change: link.europa.eu/xwJXqq #EUSpace
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2️⃣ years of #PEFCR4Space! 🌍 🛰️ A growing space sector needs a shared way to understand its environmental footprint. That’s what we’re building, together 🤝 Thank you to everyone turning expertise & ideas into progress. ▶️ Watch our journey. 🔗 link.europa.eu/fGJ4XW
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The SUNSHINE project reached its final chapter: the second Simulation Exercise took place in Brussels 🇧🇪 After 4 seminars, 3 webinars & a first exercise, 300+ emergency professionals learnt how #EUSpace services support disaster management 👉 link.europa.eu/BKdcrd
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⏳ 1 week left! 🚀 Sustainable Finance for the Space Sector - 22 Oct, Brussels 🇪🇺 (hybrid, free) How can #EUSpace sustainable finance frameworks meet the needs of a capital-intensive, strategically vital sector? 🗓️Reg 🔒 19 Oct 👉 Full prog & reg: link.europa.eu/RFtqmy
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Ursula von der Leyen
@vonderleyenOct 14
Europe’s steadfast support to Ukraine matters more than ever. To help protect its skies, save lives, defend its land. With today’s disbursement, we keep addressing Ukraine’s most urgent operational needs. Including drones and missiles. link.europa.eu/4H4YBT
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🇪🇺🇺🇦 Ukraine needs urgent support to protect its civilians & critical infrastructure.
Andrius Kubilius
@KubiliusAOct 14
One more disbursement of €2.86 billion for the defence of Ukraine via Ukraine Support Loan. #UASL proves to be effective mechanism to strengthen 🇺🇦 defence. Formula 'Peace through strength' will be implemented by ramping up strength on Ukraine’s side! link.europa.eu/4H4YBT
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🧑‍💻 Behind the scenes of @EU_SST is a team of experts working together across the EU. 🗨️ Their expertise and dedication help safeguard assets in space, and infrastructure and human lives on Earth. Come meet our experts! 👇 #EUSpace #EUSST #EUSST10 🔗 eusst.eu/
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What if the internet goes down? 🇪🇺 IRIS² is Europe’s new 🛰️ network, designed to provide secure connectivity when terrestrial networks fail - keeping critical users connected & bringing internet to remote areas. 🎬 Watch our explainer! #EUSpace #IRIS2 🔗 link.europa.eu/mqVc9q
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Andrius Kubilius
@KubiliusAOct 12
Today at #WSF2026 I presented progress of 🇪🇺 Defence programs. #SAFE #EDIP #AGILE #EDPCIs are in motion. With €billions&super fast implementation we are boosting European pillar of NATO, supporting 🇺🇦 & ramping up our defence/space industry. Strong industry - strong Europe!
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🤗 We welcome the adoption of the €115 million #AGILE programme to help SMEs, start-ups & scale-ups develop and bring innovative #EUDefence solutions to the field faster. 🔗 Learn more: link.europa.eu/7H9pcX

Programme for agile and rapid defence innovation

On 25 March 2026, the European Commission proposed the Programme for Agile and Rapid Defence Innovation (AGILE), a new €115 million initiative designed to accelerate defence innovation across Europe.

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European Commission
@EU_CommissionOct 12
Europe is accelerating defence innovation. We welcome the new €115 million AGILE programme that will bring disruptive defence technologies from the lab to the field at record speed. With faster, more flexible funding, it will support SMEs and start-ups in developing new defence solutions.
A woman in blue work overalls works with cables inside a large defence vehicle under construction. The EU flag appears in the top left corner. Text at the bottom reads: “New instrument for agile and rapid defence innovation”, alongside the European Defence campaign slogan “Protect What Matters.”

ALT A woman in blue work overalls works with cables inside a large defence vehicle under construction. The EU flag appears in the top left corner. Text at the bottom reads: “New instrument for agile and rapid defence innovation”, alongside the European Defence campaign slogan “Protect What Matters.”

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Andrius Kubilius
@KubiliusAOct 10
Today we have signed €1 billion loan agreement with Spain 🇪🇸 under the Security Action for Europe #SAFE 🇪🇺 for rapid scale up of Spanish defence capabilities&readiness. A key step in delivering for a stronger and safer Europe’s South and Mediterranean region. #EUDefence
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Copernicus EU@CopernicusEUOct 9
🔥🛰️ From the outskirts of Paris and Madrid to Belgium’s High Fens, wildfires challenged Europe in the summer season. Discover how the @CopernicusEMS supported preparedness & response operations. 🔗 link.europa.eu/tHf9Pd #EUSpace
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