Five Years of Defence and Dual-Use Acquisitions in Europe (2020–2025) - 1 -
Europe’s defence-technological landscape has been reshaped by a wave of acquisitions unlike anything seen in decades. Behind the headlines on spending increases lies a quieter but more decisive development: prime contractors are absorbing the capabilities that will determine Europe’s strategic position in the next decade. Artificial intelligence, cyber security, autonomy, space systems, advanced materials and sensor technologies have all been folded into the portfolios of Europe’s largest defence firms, not through gradual internal development but through targeted, strategic M&A. This report examines that transformation with precision: who acquired what, why those deals were pursued, and how they redefine Europe’s ability to develop, produce and control the technologies that matter. For professionals who rely on accurate signals rather than speculation, understanding this consolidation is essential. It reveals where innovation is being internalised, where dependencies are being reduced, and how Europe is positioning itself in relation to the United States. The full mapping is available exclusively to subscribers.
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