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Lithuanian Defence Ecosystem
Innovation is central to Lithuania’s response to today’s security challenges. As defence needs evolve rapidly, our priority is to turn ideas into deployable solutions and trans- form Lithuania’s technological potential into real capabilities for our armed forces and allies. Innovation Agency Lithuania acts as a catalyst in this process, connecting de- fence needs with business, science, and international opportunities. At the core of our defence innovation efforts is MilTech Lab, a dedicated unit of Innova- tion Agency Lithuania. MilTech Lab brings together the military, industry, and research institutions to develop, test, and commer- cialize solutions aligned with the priorities of the Lithuanian Armed Forces. Our ap- proach is mission-driven and focused on practical impact. Innovation Agency Lithuania operates as a one-stop shop for innovation support, en- suring coordinated state assistance across the entire innovation lifecycle - from idea generation to integration into the defence sector. By reducing administrative burden and accelerating decision-making, we help companies focus on developing technolo- gies that work in real conditions. Lithuania’s defence and security ecosystem is built on close cooperation between sci- ence and industry. The process begins with joint workshops with the Armed Forces to identify concrete capability gaps. Compa-
nies can then access Defence. Innovation Vouchers for early-stage development and prototyping with research partners. Testing and demonstration follow through instru- ments such as the MilTech Sandbox (TRL 3–7) and the upcoming Vytis infrastructure, designed specifically for defence innova- tion prototyping and testing. We also enable access to larger funding and international value chains by coordi- nating Lithuania’s participation in EU STEP, NATO DIANA and other initiatives. Beyond funding, we invest in ecosystems and skills through platforms such as the Baltic Miltech Summit and the Miltech Academy, as well as accelerators and venture capital instru- ments. Today, Lithuania’s defence ecosystem in- cludes around 100 innovative companies developing solutions already used to ad- dress real defence needs. By supporting commercialisation, procurement pathways, and internationalisation, Innovation Agency Lithuania is building a resilient, competitive, and future-ready defence ecosystem for Lithuania and Europe.
Invest Lithuania is Lithuania’s national in- vestment promotion agency and a dedi- cated partner for international defence and security companies looking to establish or expand operations in the country. Acting as a one-stop shop, Invest Lithuania pro- vides free-of-charge support across the full investment cycle – from market intel- ligence and site selection to connecting companies with government institutions, suppliers, and talent pools. In the defence sector specifically, the agency plays a key role in helping investors navigate Lithua- nia’s fast-growing defence ecosystem and accelerating setup processes for strate- gic manufacturers, enabling operations to launch in as little as half a year. Invest Lithuania’s work is reflected in major success cases now shaping Lithuania’s de- fence industrial base. The agency has sup-
ported Rheinmetall’s entry and expansion in Lithuania, including the development of a large-scale artillery ammunition plant backed by over €180 million in investment and creating at least 150 jobs – a milestone project strengthening both national and European defence supply chains. More recently, Lithuanian Defence Services an- nounced a nearly €50 million investment in the Kaunas Free Economic Zone, where Leopard 2A8 tank assembly and advanced military equipment manufacturing will be developed with streamlined implementa- tion support. Alongside these flagship de- fence projects, Invest Lithuania has also helped attract global business leaders such as Nasdaq, Revolut, Continental, and Danske Bank, demonstrating the country’s ability to support world-class investors across high-tech, financial services, and strategically important industries.
Paulius Kamaitis Acting Director of Innovation Agency Lithuania
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