Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Asia Edition

December 7-11, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM Kyiv time | Online

​Expert-led sessions designed to help Ukrainian defence tech professionals better understand and engage with Asia’s leading defence innovation ecosystems, with a focus on industrial partnerships, knowledge exchange, and long-term strategic cooperation.

Why this programme

Asia is home to advanced technology and manufacturing ecosystems, with strong capabilities in electronics, robotics, communications, AI, aerospace, and dual-use innovation. For Ukrainian defence-tech companies, the region offers opportunities for industrial partnerships, component integration, specialised expertise, and long-term technology cooperation.
However, these markets cannot be approached through a single regional strategy. Ukrainian battlefield experience is relevant, but it must be translated into a proposition that fits each partner’s operational, industrial, and commercial priorities.

Four featured markets 

Across four selected Asian markets, the programme will explore how defence-innovation ecosystems work and where Ukrainian companies can build meaningful cooperation. A bonus session will focus on cross-cultural and business communication.
The markets will be revealed soon – follow Calibrated on LinkedIn to be the first to know.

The programme is designed for:

    Defence tech companies and startup leaders (founders, CEOs)

    Business development leads and partnership managers

    PR, communications, and marketing professionals in defence tech

    Representatives of innovation ecosystem organisations and defence clusters

What you will learn:

    Defence innovation ecosystems overview

    Key decision-makers across government, military and industry

    Defence procurement and innovation programmes

    Industrial partnerships and collaboration opportunities

    Key sources of visibility: events, platforms, and communities

    Business culture, communication and long-term relationship-building

Access Fee


₴5000

● 5 recorded sessions● PDF presentations ● 3 months’ access to recordings● Access to a closed Signal community (upon verification)

🇺🇦FREE🇺🇦For Ukrainian Veterans and Military Personnel

If you belong to this category, please get in touch with us via email

About the Defence Tech Bootcamp

The Defence Tech Bootcamp (formerly The Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp) is a joint initiative by Calibrated and Tech PR School, created to strengthen the communication capabilities of Ukrainian defence tech innovators and enable more effective engagement with key stakeholders: investors, governments, industry media, and defence innovation ecosystems across allied nations.
The programme has already trained over 250 participants across four cohorts, with support from BAE Systems, CSG, and Helsing.
Featured speakers have included industry leaders from NATO, BAE Systems, CSG, leading law firms, accelerators, and European defence tech clusters, as well as international media – including a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist.

Industry Recognition

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    An all-female civilian team working from Ukraine, Calibrated helps defence-tech companies build the trust, visibility and international relationships needed to grow beyond the battlefield. The recognition reflects this contribution to shared security through the Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp.

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Feedback from participants:

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Founder of an early-stage defence tech startup

“The programme gave me valuable insights and a much broader perspective on international defence-tech cooperation. I especially appreciated the professionalism of the speakers and the practical focus of the sessions.”

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Active-duty military representative

“The Bootcamp was a significant and comprehensive expansion of my knowledge. Almost everything was new to me, and the programme gave me a strong foundation in PR & communications.”

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Communications Manager in the defence tech sector

"The course was excellent for refreshing my memory and structuring my knowledge. The most useful parts were the media lists, communication with investors, and the lecture on technical writing. Thank you for such a well-organised and valuable programme."

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Operations Lead in a defence company

"For someone working on the legal and policy frameworks behind defence procurement and AI, it was invaluable to hear directly from practitioners about market access, funding mechanisms and the “unwritten rules” that shape outcomes across these ecosystems. The bootcamp was a powerful reminder that scaling defence innovation is as much about relationships, trust and understanding international realities as it is about technology".

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Project Manager of the defence tech startup

“Everything was on point and met expectations. The speakers were excellent, and it was interesting to listen to them. The organization and communication about the event were among the best I’ve seen. Thank you!”

Co-hosted by 

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Calibrated is a Ukrainian-born communications agency with a global focus. The agency specializes in strategic communications for security – including Defence Tech, Cybersecurity, and Cognitive Security – across private, public, and non-profit sectors.
Calibrated supports startups and enterprises in the security sector in shaping effective communication strategies, building trust, and enhancing their visibility in both Ukrainian and international markets.

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Tech PR School offers specialized training in public relations for startups and tech companies, equipping teams with the tools and strategies needed to build a strong, impactful presence in the global market.

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