Defence tech in Poland. An investor’s guide to market opportunities — the only market report offering comprehensive insights into investment potential, key trends, and the competitive landscape of Poland’s defence tech sector.
200+ Polish companies in defence tech - Poland has all the potential to create great value in defence, security and resilience tech.
Report overview and key insights
This market report presents a comprehensive analysis of Poland’s defence tech, highlighting its strategic potential, ecosystem components, and investment attractiveness. It includes a detailed ecosystem overview—covering the army, aerospace, defence, tech & cyber, as well as R&D and innovation capacity—and a listing of over 200 Polish defence tech companies, primarily focused on dual-use tech enhancing security and resilience.
Army
The Army is a key component of defence tech ecosystem. Polish Army is currently third in NATO in terms of military personnel, aiming for 300,000 troops by 2035. Spending 5% of GDP, Poland is the leader in defence spending in NATO as ratio to GDP, in nominal terms it is fifth in NATO. The ongoing Army Modernisation is worth PLN 524 billion, that includes not only new tech like AI, quantum in Army, but also development of Cyber Forces and Drone Forces.
Aerospace
A well-developed aerospace sector in Poland, covering the full cycle production cycle, starting with R&D centers, production and maintenance repair operation (MRO), with the presence of over 100 aerospace companies and a broad supplier network. With a direct production value of PLN 14.5 billion and 32,000 employees, aerospace in Poland as crucial to the global supply chain.
Defence
Poland’s defence sector includes over 100 companies, led by state-owned PGZ and private firms like WB Group. Since the outbreak of the Ukraine war in 2022, industry turnover has nearly doubled, reaching over PLN 19 billion in 2024. One-third of global defence firms, including GE Aerospace and RTX, have invested in Poland. The sector is booming, fueled by military modernisation and strengthened defence priorities.
Tech & Cyber
Poland, home to over 700,000 ICT specialists—including 20,000 in cybersecurity—is a global hub for technology and cyber expertise. The tech sector contributes 8% to the country’s GDP, delivering advanced solutions and business services across industries. Poland is also emerging as a key data center hub, with infrastructure in development exceeding 500 MW in capacity.
R&D and innovation
Poland invests 1.56% of its GDP in R&D, with spending steadily increasing. The innovation ecosystem is dynamic, featuring over 3,000 startups. In the defence sector alone, more than 40 dedicated R&D centres support technological advancement and innovation.
Format: PDF, 51 pages, English
This report highlights the full potential of Poland’s defence tech ecosystem, spanning military programs, procurement, aerospace and defence, advanced technologies, cybersecurity, and R&D. All insights are grounded in verified data, offering depth beyond standard market overviews.
The report maps over 200 Polish defence tech companies. It highlights top Polish players, global companies operating in Poland, and key ones from the US, UK, and South Korea. Designed to support M&A, partnership, and client discovery, the report features in-depth profiles of major entities such as Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), WB Group, RTX Poland, and GE Aerospace Poland.
This report provides essential intelligence to support your go-to-market and market entry strategies. Backed by reliable data and actionable insights, it focuses on market potential, key institutions, and the factors that truly matter—delivering all the critical information you need in one place.
PLN 524 billion
Polish Army modernization including new tech
PLN 19 billion
turnover Polish defence sector, almost double since 2022
20,000
cybersecurity specialists in Poland
32
number of global defence companies that have invested in Poland
Includes market analysis and list of 200+ defence tech companies across these segments:
- Cyber & Security
Products and services in cybersecurity, surveillance systems, biometrics, and access control. Enigma, Enamor International, Vector Synergy
- Unmanned Systems & Robotics
Autonomous or remotely operated systems for land, air, sea, and special operations. WB Group, UAVLAS, FlyFocus, Cloudless, Beccarii
- Spacetech & Satellite
Space-based systems, software and hardware for communication, navigation, surveillance, and Earth observation. Creotech, Thorium, ICEYE
- Tech Services
Specialized engineering, integration, maintenance, and consulting services for the defence sector, including companies that provide a broad range of defence tech and support. Spyrosoft, TTMS, Siltec, Asseco
- Next-gen Communications
Advanced, secure, and resilient telecom and communication systems. Pit-Radwar, Transbit, Hertz Systems
- Advanced Electronics & Optoelectronics
The production of advanced technology, including chips, sensors, and optoelectronics. Scanway, Vigo Photonics, ChipCraft
- Value-Added Distributors
Companies representing international brands, providing integration, consulting, and operational support with local market expertise. Pagacz, Omnilogy
- AI & Computing
Advanced computing systems using AI, quantum, automation, and analytics. Sonovero R&D, SpaceForest
- Simulation
Virtual environments and tools for training, mission planning, and system testing including VR/AR. Sunway Network, HackingDept
- Electronic Warfare
Technologies to detect, disrupt, or deceive enemy electronic systems including counter drone systems. APS
You will gain from the report:
Clarity on the sector: a comprehensive overview of defence tech ecosystem in Poland: army, aerospace and defence, tech and cyber, R&D and innovation
Competitive intelligence: detailed profiles of key players including Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa, WB GROUP, RTX, GE Aerospace, and more-helping you identify potential partners, competitors or investment targets
Insights into Army Modernisation: explore key Polish Army upgrades and partnerships with the U.S., U.K., and South Korea—revealing future procurement and collaboration opportunities
Foresight on new tech: understand of Polish Army approach to AI, quantum and cyber
Sector mapping and market signals: a map of 200+ Polish defence tech across: Cyber & Security, Unmanned Systems & Robotics, Spacetech & Satellite, Tech Services, Next-gen Communication, Advanced Electronics & Optoelectronics, Value-Added Distributors, AI & Computing, Simulation and Electronic Warfare
Who will benefit the most from the report?
- Investors (venture capital, private equity, institutional investors, M&A)
- Government agencies and institutions
- Defence and dual-use tech
- Tech and cybersecurity
- Consulting firms and advisors
- Military and defence equipment suppliers
- Corporations expanding into defence tech, seeking new market opportunities or joint ventures
Table of content
| Executive summary |
| Megatrends and business rationale, universe market potential |
| Poland investment potential and Foreign Direct Investment |
| Defence tech ecosystem in Poland |
| Defence spending in Central and Eastern Europe |
| Comparison of Poland’s military personnel with other NATO members |
| Poland’s military personnel structure and plans |
| Strategic partnership in defence – USA |
| Strategic partnership in defence – South Korea |
| Strategic partnership in defence – UK |
| Strategic partnerships and key purchases by the Polish Army |
| Structure of Poland’s defence spending from 2021 to 2035, defence tech procurement plans |
| Poland’s military support for Ukraine |
| Polish Army strategic plans |
| Cyber in Polish Army |
| AI in Polish Army |
| Quantum in Polish Army |
| Space in Polish Army |
| Technology sector in Poland |
| Cybersecurity in business services sector in Poland |
| Private – public partnership in cybersecurity |
| R&D and startup market in Poland, R&D centers for defence sector |
| Military education centers |
| Polish defence sector: market size, key products and companies |
| Company profile – PGZ |
| Company profile – WB Group |
| Overview of global defence companies in Poland |
| Aerospace sector in Poland |
| Company profile – GE Aerospace in Poland |
| Company profile – RTX in Poland |
| Polish defence tech market segments |
| Polish defence tech companies |
| SWOT of defence tech in Poland |
| List of defence tech companies – Cyber & Security |
| List of defence tech companies – Unmanned Systems & Robotics |
| List of defence tech companies – Spacetech & Satellite |
| List of defence tech companies – Tech Services |
| List of defence tech companies – Next-gen Communication |
| List of defence tech companies – Advanced Electronics & Optoelectronics |
| List of defence tech companies – Value-Added Distributors |
| List of defence tech companies – AI & Computing |
| List of defence tech companies – Simulation |
