BASE D
The European one-stop-shop for defence startups and investors.
We empower visionary founders to break boundaries and create game-changing dual-use and defence start-ups from the ground up, with a strong focus on the European market.
Our comprehensive, exclusive programmes connect you to a carefully selected pool of mentors, investors and partners, all dedicated to developing ventures with impact.
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What we do
We create a platform that connects startups, established companies, investors, research institutions, and government entities to develop and advance dual-use technologies that serve both civilian and military purposes. By fostering collaboration across various sectors and regions, we drive innovation in security and defence, ensuring that Germany and Europe maintain technological sovereignty and resilience.
BASE D provides targeted support for startups, facilitates access to funding and infrastructure, and promotes international partnerships. Through these efforts, we accelerate the deployment of cutting-edge technologies, strengthen defence capabilities, and contribute to the overall security and stability of our society.
Our operational domains
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Defence Elevator
We provide defense entrepreneurs with a mission-critical program offering high-intensity support, equipping defense and dual-use start-ups with access to a strategic ecosystem. In close coordination with investors, industry partners, and the public sector, we ensure their successful deployment and sustained operational growth.
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Home Base
We help you establish tactical alliances with potential customers and partners, and assist you in securing specialised and suitable testing infrastructure and labs.
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Comrade Base
Our elite network supports defense start-ups with a broad arsenal of expertise, fostering strategic collaboration and connecting them with mentors and co-founders. Our network includes veteran military operators, industry leaders, and experts in defense and procurement processes, ensuring your mission success.
BASE D provides support to startups and scaleups with
dual use and defence potential. Based in Munich, we work with the best partners, experts and a unique European network as the Digital Hub for Defence and Security.
About
At BASE D, we are at the forefront of driving innovation in the defense and dual-use sectors. Our mission is to accelerate the development of cutting-edge technologies that strengthen national security and advance defense capabilities. We provide an elite launchpad for start-ups and innovators to develop mission-critical solutions by offering access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and expert guidance.
Operating within a robust ecosystem that includes leading academic institutions, industry leaders, and government agencies, we enable start-ups to navigate the complexities of defense technology. Our programs are designed to transform bold ideas into deployable solutions that meet the highest operational standards.
Whether you are an early-stage start-up or an established player, our hub equips you with the resources, connections, and insights you need to succeed in today’s fast-evolving defense landscape. Together, we are shaping the future of defense innovation.
"BaseD is a game-changer for defence-focused startups. Its mission-focused guidance and elite network provides DefTech founders with everything they need to accelerate their growth, from securing specialised infrastructure to accessing vital mentorship. "
Partners
Partnerships as stronghold of innovation.
The strength of BASE D is rooted in its expansive network and strategic alliances across industry, academia, and government. Collaborating with high-caliber units such as TUM Venture Labs, Deggendorf Istitute of Technology, BrigkAIR, and IABG, we arm defense and dual-use start-ups with access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and mission-critical expertise. These alliances form a fortified ecosystem that equips each start-up to rapidly advance through the innovation battlefield.
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