Ukraine Support and Market Access

German-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry and Commerce – Partner for Market Entry

AHK Ukraine supports German and Ukrainian companies in establishing business relationships between both countries. It provides guidance on market entry, business development, local partnerships, legal and economic framework conditions, and networking opportunities. For German companies, AHK Ukraine is an important business intermediary, even though it is not a defence-specific procurement or government authority. 

Ukrainian Defence Innovations

BRAVE1 is a central Ukrainian coordination platform for defence technology and military innovation. It connects companies, startups, investors, government institutions and military end users, while supporting innovative defence projects with expertise, coordination and funding opportunities. For international companies, BRAVE1 can serve as a key entry point into Ukraine’s defence-tech ecosystem. 

Ukrainian Defence Manufacturers Portal

ZBROYA is an official Ukrainian portal for manufacturers of weapons, military equipment and defence technologies. The platform provides information on government services and opportunities for manufacturers, including access to programs, components, financing opportunities and testing services. For companies with concrete production, component or technology offerings, ZBROYA is a particularly relevant point of contact. 

Information platform on Ukraine’s defence sector

Defence Ukraine is an information and orientation platform for companies, investors and innovators interested in Ukraine’s defence and dual-use market. It provides insights into market access, procurement processes, testing opportunities, certification and cooperation with Ukrainian stakeholders. The platform is especially useful for companies seeking to understand how Ukraine’s defence ecosystem works before engaging more directly. 

Direct diplomatic and military contact channel

The Embassy of Ukraine in Germany can be a relevant point of contact for companies seeking to engage with Ukrainian institutions in the security and defence sector. Its military attachés may provide orientation on the appropriate channels and help identify relevant counterparts in Ukraine. This contact is particularly useful for formal inquiries or cooperation ideas that require a direct link to Ukrainian government or defence structures. 

Enhancing Ukraine’s long-term cyber resilience

The Tallinn Mechanism Platform supports Ukraine’s long-term cyber resilience. It serves as an international coordination platform bringing together government actors, private companies, international partners and Ukrainian institutions in the field of cybersecurity. The platform is particularly relevant for organizations offering cybersecurity solutions, digital protection measures or expertise to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber defence and institutional resilience. 

Information and exchange for members

As Bitkom, we support coordination and exchange among our member companies on Ukraine-related topics in the fields of defence, technology and cybersecurity. We also organise regular information calls on this topic. Further information and materials for members are available here: 

Information on the Ukraine Support Loan

Information on the Tallinn Mechanismus 

EU coordination point for defence innovation with Ukraine

The EU Defence Innovation Office in Kyiv supports cooperation between Ukrainian and European defence industries. It serves as a coordination and information hub for defence innovation and helps connect Ukrainian needs and capabilities with EU institutions and the European defence industry. It also supports joint initiatives and Ukraine’s integration into the European defence industrial ecosystem