UKRAINIAN COUNCIL OF DEFENCE INDUSTRY— THE LARGEST ASSOCIATION OF UKRAINE'S PRIVATE DEFENCE INDUSTRY

We represent the industry's common position, help manufacturers engage with the state, the military and international partners, and support the scaling of Ukrainian defence solutions in Ukraine and abroad.

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400+
Companies united in one defence ecosystem
360+
Private defence manufacturers in the ecosystem
28
UAV schools training the next generation
20
Private defence venture funds investing in defence innovation

BOARD AND ECOSYSTEM

The Council's Board represents key parts of the private defence industry: manufacturers, technology communities, investors, robotic solutions, unmanned systems and professional associations.

Oleksandr Kamyshin

Chairman of the Board

Focus

Strategic representation of the Council and engagement with international partners.

Yaroslav Filimonov

Radioelectronic Alliance of Ukraine

Focus

Representing the community of radio-electronic solutions manufacturers and enhancing their interaction with the state and the market.

Mykhailo Rudominskyi

Techosystem Defense

Focus

Developing the defence segment of the Ukrainian tech ecosystem and fostering collaboration between tech companies, manufacturers, investors and the state.

Yuliia Vysotska

League of Defence Companies of Ukraine

Focus

Representing the interests of defence enterprises, promoting cooperation among manufacturers and enhancing the institutional capacity of the industry.

Evelin Buchatskyi

UCDI Investor Club

Focus

Developing the investment ecosystem of Ukrainian defence tech, facilitating access to capital, expertise and international investors for enterprises.

Vasyl Honcharuk

Association of Manufacturers of Unmanned Systems "Armada"

Focus

Representing manufacturers of unmanned systems, advocating for sector interests.

Maksym Vasylchenko

Ukrainian Robotic Forces

Focus

Developing the robotic systems sector, coordinating manufacturers, collaborating with the state and deploying advanced solutions for the needs of the Defence Forces.

Denys Kanin

Unmanned Naval Association

Focus

Developing the unmanned maritime systems sector, coordinating manufacturers, the military and partners, scaling production and enhancing Ukraine's maritime defence capabilities.

Artem Platonenko

Independent Association of UAV Schools of Ukraine

Focus

Developing the UAV operator training system, standardising training programmes, certifying instructors and coordinating schools, manufacturers and the state.

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If you are a manufacturer, industry association, UAV school, investor or partner working in defence technologies, contact us to discuss cooperation opportunities.

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WHAT WE DO

Policy & Regulatory

We collect manufacturers' challenges and work with the state on solutions that help the market grow faster and operate under clear rules.

International Representation

We represent the interests of Ukrainian defence manufacturers internationally, coordinate participation in exhibitions and support dialogue with partners and institutions.

Ecosystem Development

We bring together associations, manufacturers and communities in joint initiatives to accelerate production scaling and defence technology development.