Join us at Critical Software Headquarters in Lisbon for an afternoon of insightful discussions and networking opportunities for Defence.
This Defence Tech Meetup focuses on Maritime Defence.
Critical Software & Productized organizes this meetup and will bring unique insights from engineers in the field, experts from the Ukrainian reality, and startups. We will explore how problems and opportunities to strengthen multi-layered defence systems, including:
Presentations on current needs and insights from leading engineers and military people
Pitches from startups showcasing emerging technologies
Rather than theory, the focus is on real operational challenges, lessons learned for responding faster and more effectively.18:00 Welcome and arrivals
18:30 - 18:35 Opening Remarks
João Santos, Defence Innovation Leader of ProductizedMarc Custodio, Innovation Catalyst of Critical Software
18:35 - 18:55 The Ukrainian Unmanned Maritime Vehicles. Real field state-of-the-art and needs.
Anton Chaica, DroneAid Collective
18:55 - 19:15 Critical Software Oversee - Maritime Awareness
To be announced
19:15 - 19:35 Portuguese Navy
To be confirmed
19:35 - 20:05 Startups Pitches
Antonio Rocha, ExcubiumVasco Oliveira, NavictusMagura maritime drone (to be confirmed)
20:05 - 20:10 End of the Event
André Marquet, CEO of ProductizedJoão Carreira, CEO of Critical Software
20:10-21:10 Happy Hour (free drinks and snacks)
About Critical Software
Portuguese technology company specializing in the development of reliable, safety-critical, and mission-critical systems. Founded in 1998, the company supports global industries including aerospace, defence, transportation, energy, healthcare, and finance. With a strong focus on engineering excellence and software reliability, Critical Software designs and maintains systems where failure is not an option — from space and aviation platforms to complex control and monitoring infrastructures.
About Productized
Productized is a Lisbon-based conference and community focused on product management and innovation. Alongside its annual international event, it organizes the EUDIS Hackathon Lisbon and DefenceTech meetups, bringing together creators, designers, and tech leaders to learn, build, and connect.
JOIN THE EUDIS HACKATHON IN LISBON (26-28 March): https://taikai.network/eudisPortugal/hackathons/2026spring
