ABN AMRO has committed €10 million to Keen's European Defence and Security Tech Fund, aimed at supporting early-stage defence technology companies across Europe.

Information on the Target

Keen Venture Partners has established the European Defence and Security Tech Fund, which concentrates on early-stage companies in the defence and security technology sector. This fund particularly seeks to support companies delivering "dual-use" solutions that encompass areas such as information superiority, cyber defence, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), autonomous systems, and space-related technologies. These solutions include securing satellite communications, satellite image analysis, and the protection of space assets.

The fund will invest across Europe, engaging with companies based in the United Kingdom, Turkey, and Norway, thereby enhancing the capabilities of the European defence industry.

Industry Overview in the Target’s Specific Country

In light of recent geopolitical tensions, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine, European countries have been compelled to reevaluate their military defence strategies and f

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ABN AMRO

invested in

Keen’s European Defence and Security Tech Fund

in 2025

in a Corporate VC deal

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Transaction Size: $10M

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