A commitment to innovation, sustainability and defense

Mission
The core mission of the EDF is to strengthen European defense cooperation, industrial competitiveness, and innovation leadership.
Strategic Activities
EDF advocates its members’ interests in European and transatlantic defense policy and facilitates industrial cooperation in EU-funded consortia.
Geographic and Strategic Positioning
Based in Bavaria for its defense heritage, manufacturing strength, and strategic location, EDF drives cross-border collaboration, industry harmonization, and a resilient, sovereign European defense architecture.