Security & Dual Use Goods Sector
Current information
Industry description
Polish manufacturers of dual-use technology in the area of security are bringing innovative and tailored solutions to the market for quickly changing needs. The dynamic development of Poland’s high-tech and dual-use goods industries is due to the complex geopolitical situation in Central and Eastern Europe. It is also the Polish industry’s response to the growing need to ensure safety in the face of increasing natural hazards and violent weather events. The strength of this development is not only the emphasis on the highest quality and reliability of the products offered, but also the ingenuity of Polish manufacturers.
Poland’s high-tech industry in the area of security and dual-use products offers a wide range of products and systems related to unmanned systems, defence, transport and cybersecurity, among other things. Clients and users from all over the world recognise Poland’s developed industry and its manufacturing capabilities, which enable it to provide complex solutions as well as components, hardware and software.
Polish manufacturers work closely with research and development institutes, universities and science and technology parks. The growth of this industry is supported, among others, by the Military University of Technology, which provides education in the area of security and defence-related technologies. The combination of experience, science and innovation allows bringing to the market solutions that not only fulfil today’s needs, but also meet the challenges of the future.
Sector data
Value of exports: USD 2,666.77 million*
Planned Polish defence spending in 2025: PLN 53 billion
Main export destinations in 2024 for the Polish defence industry: Ukraine, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Norway
* Estimates for 2024.
Poland has great potential especially in the areas of:
- artificial intelligence and machine learning;
- IT and cybersecurity solutions;
- small electronics and sensors;
- monitoring and control systems;
- hardware and industrial engineering.
Main industry institutions
Polish Composite Technology Cluster – a nationwide network of companies, research institutes, universities and organisations supporting the development of innovative composite technologies. The cluster integrates entities operating in the area of advanced materials, supporting their cooperation in research, design, production and implementation of modern solutions for industries such as aviation, automotive, energy, transport and defence. Its activities focus on technology transfer, enhancing the competitiveness of the Polish composite materials sector and promoting innovation in national and international markets.
Polish Chamber of Unmanned Systems – an industry organisation bringing together companies, research institutions and entities operating in the field of unmanned technologies, including drones, autonomous systems and solutions supporting their use. The Chamber supports the development of the country’s UAV sector by integrating the environment, initiating innovative projects, cooperating with public administration and working towards the creation of modern regulations conducive to market development. It aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Polish unmanned technologies, promote good practices and build Poland’s position as a significant participant in the global market for unmanned systems.
Events at which national stands are organised as part of the programme to promote the high-tech sector in the area of security and dual-use goods:
- Eurosatory 2024, Paris (France)
- IDEX 2025, Abu Dhabi (UAE)
- DSEI 2025, London (UK)
- Eurosatory 2026, Paris (France)
- DSA & NATSEC 2026, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
- IDEX 2027, Abu Dhabi (UAE)
- DSEI 2027, London (UK)
- Eurosatory 2028, Paris (France)
- DSA & NATSEC 2028, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
- IDEX 2029, Abu Dhabi (UAE)
Would you like to find out more about the promotion of the high-tech sector in the area of security and dual-use goods as part of the Brand HUB project? Contact us:
Contact
Project coordinator
Marlena Achinger
Supervising institution
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Poland’s high-tech industry in the area of security and dual-use goods is exhibiting a high growth potential on international markets. This is due, among other things, to the well-developed cooperation between the industrial sector and development and research institutes. The result is innovative cybersecurity and artificial intelligence solutions. More information about the sector can be found in our industry reports. We encourage you to read them!
