Ukraine and Norway have signed a memorandum of cooperation, which includes the launch of the joint Brave-Norway program. This initiative aims to develop startups in the field of defense technologies and strengthen technological partnership between the two countries. The program plans to provide grant support for Ukrainian and Norwegian startups engaged in the development of unmanned systems and innovative solutions for the defense sector.
This is reported by Business • Media
Grants for Innovative Startups and Joint Hackathons
Participants in the program are expected to have the opportunity to attract funding for their projects. In particular, part of the funds will be allocated for organizing hackathons to find new technological solutions, as well as for creating special platforms to bring together scientists, entrepreneurs, and companies from both countries. This will enhance the exchange of experience and promote the implementation of modern defense technologies.
Program Implementation Structure and Prospects
The program will be coordinated by the defense cluster Brave1 from Ukraine, and by the Norwegian Defense Research Establishment (FFI) from Norway. The launch of Brave-Norway is planned for the end of 2025. The total budget for the program is €20 million – €10 million from each country. The grants provided by Norway will support developers of modern defense technologies. All innovative solutions will be tested in Ukraine, and if successfully implemented, they can be utilized by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The document lays the foundation for the creation of the joint Brave-Norway program, which will contribute to the development of defense tech startups and strengthen technological partnership between the two countries.