Defence and Dual-Use Investment Forum Brings Together Investors and Innovators in London

Nord Sloane Ventures recently hosted the Defence and Dual-Use Investment Forum at Deloitte’s London headquarters, bringing together investors, founders, and defence specialists to discuss how private capital can support the growth of defence and dual-use technologies in Europe.

The conversation focused on the funding gap facing early-stage companies, the importance of improving the investment environment for defence startups, and the need for practical pathways to scale promising technologies. Speakers also explored ideas ranging from regulatory reform and tax incentives to longer-term financing mechanisms that could help unlock more capital for the sector.

The forum highlighted the role that private investors can play alongside public initiatives in strengthening the continent’s defence industrial base. It also reflected the growing recognition that innovation, capital formation, and procurement need to move together if emerging companies are to reach operational scale.

Nord Sloane Ventures is pleased to have convened this discussion and to continue supporting the ecosystem where defence, technology, and investment meet.

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Acknowledgements

We would like to thank all speakers, attendees and partners for their contribution to the success of the Forum.

Special thanks to:

• Deloitte for hosting the event

• Suntera as a preferred fund and investment services partner

• The Bartos Group, LLC as a supporting legal partner

• Nord Sloane Ventures team for organising this event