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13 Dutch Companies Selected to Pitch at Blue Magic Netherlands 2026

Blue Magic Ventures by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has confirmed the 13 Dutch companies selected to pitch dual-use technologies addressing defense and security challenges at the Blue Magic Netherlands 2026 innovation and investment conference By Eleanor Widdows / 06 Nov 2026
13 Dutch Companies Selected to Pitch at Blue Magic Netherlands 2026
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Blue Magic Ventures by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) returns on November 17 for the next Blue Magic Netherlands (BMNL) Dual-Use Innovation & Investment Conference in Eindhoven.

This is the third year that Netherlands-based technology companies have been invited to pitch innovative, transformative solutions addressing critical defense and security challenges.

This year’s event will feature remarks from key figures in the defense community: Brigadier General Peter Gielen, Military Advisor on Integrated Air and Missile Defence of the Netherlands; Mark Lengton, Deputy Commissioner Military Production, Ministry of Economic Affairs & Climate Policy; and Kadri Tammai, Chief Programme Officer, Regional Director, NATO DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic).

“We’ve been successful in tapping into the Dutch ecosystem, which has a great wealth of knowledge and know-how,” said Brad Lunn, managing director of Blue Magic Ventures. “Our distinguished speakers really reflect that, and this year’s conference has a great mix of technology presentations and keynotes. We’re excited for the 13 companies selected to pitch their capabilities and tech solutions at this year’s event.”

After evaluating applications and proposals, the following companies have been selected to pitch at this year’s BMNL:

  • Ignarion B.V.
  • Estel Industries B.V.
  • Noorder Dynamics
  • Speeder Systems BV
  • Nedinsco
  • SandGrain
  • The Antenna Company Nederland B.V.
  • Oko Camera Netherlands B.V.
  • Wave Energy Collective BV
  • Sensing360 B.V.
  • Con-Teg B.V.
  • EMX Powertrain
  • TETMET

The companies will present their capabilities before a panel of decision-makers and industry stakeholders seeking emerging technologies to help scale and accelerate for production or integration in next-generation systems. Company presentations will showcase the benefits and applications of their innovative solution across commercial and defense initiatives, including Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, the industry in which GA-ASI is a world leader.

Blue Magic Ventures expanded its portfolio with the addition of six new Dutch companies selected from the 2025 event for new investment and collaboration.

BMNL is open for anyone interested in emerging technologies, industry insights, and networking with investors and industry leaders. Registration for attending the conference is available through November 12. Details and agenda are available at BlueMagicVentures.ga-asi.com.

To learn more, visit the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc Partner Hub: Innovation Partner Hub
Posted by Eleanor Widdows Joining in 2025, Eleanor is an Editor and Copywriter at Defense Advancement. She holds a First-Class Honors degree in English Language and Linguistics from the University of Southampton and is committed to producing clear, specialist content on defense technologies. Eleanor has a keen interest in countermeasures, naval defense, and security systems, and exploring the latest innovations shaping the defense sector. Connect

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