Become a Partner of Clusters4Defense
The Clusters4Defense program invites Partners from various categories of Dual-Use and MilTech market participants to join forces in supporting joint initiatives and projects. Together, we can significantly strengthen the processes of mobilization and integration between Ukrainian and Euro-Atlantic clusters and their members, creating unified supply chains, networks, and ecosystems.
An initiative of the Ukrainian Cluster Alliance
Why Join?
For all partner categories
Strengthening and developing Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem in the field of defense and dual-use technologies.
For clusters and network structures
– Joint project development and participation
– Networking and matchmaking opportunities
For developers and SMEs
Integration opportunities with Euro-Atlantic programs and industrial ecosystems
For investors
Access to developments and the Dual-use / MilTech ecosystem
Together, this means enhancing Ukraine’s defense capability and the EU’s eastern frontier.
That’s why we are launching pilot projects that will lay the foundation for a joint Euro-Ukrainian defense industrial ecosystem.
Participation Tiers
| Status | Participant Category | Contribution | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Supporter | Private individual or company | From €50 (one-time or recurring via "Donate" button) |
• Public recognition, gratitude • Invitation to UCA events • Newsletter subscription (for recurring supporters and with consent) |
| 2. Honorary Member (of UCA or a cluster) |
Network organizations or clusters | €700 per year (fixed rate) |
• Official membership • Participation in all forms of collaboration • Joint project development |
| 3. Institutional Sponsor | Donors, foundations, international organizations | €10,000+ or in-kind support |
• Visibility as a key partner • Inclusion in the Coordination Committee (upon request) • Brand promotion / joint events |
| 4. Expert-Volunteer | Experts (Dual-Use, MilTech, PR, IT, etc.) | One-time or regular services (mentoring, GR, communications) |
• Public recognition as an Expert of #Clusters4Defense (with consent) • Participation in working groups and committees • Involvement in paid projects |
| 5. Ambassador (Professionals4Ukraine) |
Same as Expert, with higher involvement | Government support outreach, EU consortia, business missions |
• Official UCA Ambassador status • Public recognition and promotion • Involvement as a lead partner in UCA key events |
How to Become a Partner?
For other partnership tiers
After submitting the form, you will be invited to a meeting with the Clusters4Defense team to discuss collaboration terms and directions.
