45 Ukrainian Companies to Showcase Defense Capabilities in Poland

What Happened

The upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rzeszów, Poland, will feature 45 Ukrainian companies showcasing their capabilities in the defense industry. Scheduled for April 26-27, 2026, the conference is focused on enhancing security and defense cooperation between Ukraine and other nations.

Key Details

According to the Polish Agency for Industrial Development, the conference expects about 1,000 participants, including representatives from Ukraine, Poland, and other countries. The EXPO area will display around 120 exhibitors, 50 from Poland, 45 from Ukraine, and 25 from countries like the USA, Germany, Spain, and Estonia.

Delegates will include business representatives, local and state officials, and diplomats from Poland and Ukraine, as well as members of international organizations. The organizers emphasized the event's goal of creating a platform for economic collaboration, especially aimed at Ukraine's reconstruction and integrating Polish companies into international supply chains.

At the conference, a key focus will be on presenting solutions that can improve infrastructure resilience and expedite the reconstruction process in Ukraine. Expected outcomes include the establishment of business contacts, project initiation, and enhancing Polish companies' presence in the Ukrainian market.

The interest in the conference is notably high, exceeding the available capacity of 50 exhibitor spaces. The Polish Agency noted that the selection process was highly competitive due to the high number of applications from Ukrainian firms.

Participants at the EXPO will present a wide range of technological solutions, including drone technologies, air defense systems, military mobility solutions, cybersecurity measures, critical infrastructure protection, and disinformation countermeasures. Technologies with dual-use applications that can serve both civilian and defense sectors are also significant.

Special attention will be paid to innovations supporting Ukraine’s recovery, such as cybersecurity systems, mobile infrastructure technologies, and advanced air threat protection measures. The event is part of a larger framework leading up to the International Conference on the Reconstruction of Ukraine, which will take place in Gdańsk on June 25-26, 2026, attracting delegations from 100 countries, 40 of which will be at the governmental level.

Why It Matters

This conference represents a crucial opportunity for Ukrainian companies to access international markets and establish partnerships that can aid the country's defense sector. Increased collaboration with Poland and other nations can significantly enhance Ukraine's reconstruction efforts and strengthen regional security.

Background

The Ukraine Recovery Conference series focuses on building international support for Ukraine's post-war recovery efforts. As the nation continues to face challenges due to ongoing conflicts, such events are vital for securing investments and technological assistance to rebuild both its economy and defense capabilities.

The upcoming Gdańsk conference is set to build on these efforts, focusing on several thematic areas pertinent to Ukraine’s recovery.