Defence & Dual-Use Accelerator

Land your startup in Brussels

European defence startups seeking a strategic entry point to Brussels? Access procurement pathways, EU defence networks, and funding opportunities. Join our 6-month program designed for dual-use innovation.

Defence procurement access

EU funding & grants

Brussels soft landing

European Defence Innovation
Technology Focus

Channel Your Ambition

Contribute to Europe's technological resilience. Build something that matters.

Artificial Intelligence

Develop AI that drives efficiency, discovery, and ethical advancement. Shape the future of European tech.

Cybersecurity

Build the shields that protect critical infrastructure, data, and digital freedom in an increasingly complex world.

Defense & Dual-Use

Innovate for a more secure and resilient Europe with technologies that safeguard citizens and sovereignty.

Strategic Location

Europe Awaits. Brussels Propels.

Brussels cityscape

Tired of the noise?
Looking for a place where your vision can take root and flourish?
Europe offers a unique ecosystem for growth, collaboration, and impact.

Unrivaled Access

2 hours to Paris, London, Amsterdam. Tap into a market of 700M+ consumers.

English-First

Join a truly international city where English is the language of business.

Policy Meets Innovation

Operate at the nexus of EU decision-making. Crucial for AI, cybersecurity, and dual-use.

Thriving Tech Hub

Join Brussels' rapidly growing startup scene with accessible grants and R&D incentives.

Trusted Collaborators

Our Partners

We collaborate with leading organizations to provide the best resources for our founders.

Hub Brussels

Hub Brussels

Innovation & Startup Support

Ingram

Ingram

Technology Distribution

Ingram

Dups

Financial, legal and governance expertise under one roof

Payoneer

Payoneer

Global Payment Solutions

DoD Solution

DoD Solution

Technology Partner

Program Benefits

Everything You Need for Defence Market Entry

Comprehensive support for dual-use startups entering the European defence ecosystem.

Program Components

Belgian entity setup

Belgian Legal Entity (SRL)

Establish your official Belgian presence with full legal and administrative support. Complete incorporation to unlock EU market access.

Complete SRL incorporation and legal presence
VAT registration and compliance handling
Business address and administrative support
Expert Guidance

Learn from Industry Leaders

Our mentors assist startups and coach them in their field of expertise as needed, providing targeted guidance when you need it most.

Successful Entrepreneurs

Experienced founders who provide coaching on building and scaling companies, sharing practical insights from their European startup journey.

Venture Capitalists

Investment professionals who assist with fundraising strategy and coach you through the funding process in the European market.

Industry Experts

Technical specialists in AI, cybersecurity, and defense who provide expert coaching and assistance in their specific domains.

Jerome Leclanche

Jerome Leclanche

Serial Entrepreneur in US and EU. Founder of Seven Seed and Seven Capital.

Alessandra Guion

Alessandra Guion

Founder of Fintech Belgium. Board Member Isabel Group & EDFA. FinTech wizard.

Frank Hoogendijk

Frank Hoogendijk

Legal Advisor. Founder of Found Advisory, specialized in startup advisory.

Ron Eddings

Ron Eddings

Founder of Hacker Valley Media. Cybersecurity Expert.

Jean-Raymond Naveau

Jean-Raymond Naveau

Founder of OpenThink Outcomes. 40 years between Silicon Valley & Belgium.

Denis Pokataev

Denis Pokataev

Tech strategy advisor & startup mentor. Prev. Amazon, Oracle, Stripe, Meta.

Nicolas Streel

Nicolas Streel

Founder of Line Out & The Maul. CMO specialized in early stage startups & prototypes.

Filip Maertens

Filip Maertens

Venture Builder | AI Veteran | Keynote Speaker | Forbes Technology Council

1-on-1 Mentorship Sessions

Mentors are matched to startups based on specific needs and expertise areas. They provide coaching and assistance as required, helping you overcome challenges and accelerate growth in their field of expertise.

On-Demand AssistanceExpert CoachingField-Specific
Program Terms

The Program: Funded & Collaborative

We invest in your success with cash, resources, and a unique redistribution model that aligns everyone's interests.

Program Structure

€12,500

Cash Contribution

Per startup

%

7%

Equity Stake

For Seven Seed

25%

Redistribution

Exit proceeds shared back with cohort

How Redistribution Works

Exit Event

Seven Seed Gets 7%

25% Shared Back

Key Details

Seven Seed receives proceeds from exits based on its 7% stake.
25% of these across the whole cohort are shared back to the other cohort members.
50% are redistributed to Cohort Investors.
The remaining 25% are retained by Seven Seed.
Example: If one cohort members has a €20M exit, €1.4M gets redistributed and each cohort participant gets ~€35K.
Join Our Community

Are You Ready to Build Boldly in Brussels?

We’re looking for visionary founders ready to make the leap to Europe and build something extraordinary.

Founders collaborating

EU-Focused

Committed to European resilience and establishing operations in Brussels

Early-Stage

From idea to pre-seed/seed, ready to build and scale

Tech Innovators

Focused on AI, Cybersecurity, or Defense/Dual-Use technologies

Collaborative

Eager to contribute to and benefit from a tight-knit cohort community

Impact-Driven

Motivated to build significant companies that contribute to European tech resilience

Limited Availability

Your European Journey Starts Now!

Spaces are limited. Our Fall 2025 cohort is filling up fast. Don't miss the chance to establish your startup in Europe's most strategic city.

Application deadline: December 1st, 2025