GOIS

SLOVENIAN DEFENSE INDUSTRY
Development · Innovation · International Cooperation

A Strategic Partner in Global DefenseSlovenia's defense industry is a recognized contributor to the international defense ecosystem - agile, technologically advanced, and deeply integrated into global supply chains. The sector combines component supply expertise with a growing portfolio of complete end-products, backed by over €23 million in annual R&D support from the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Slovenia.Core focus areas: autonomous systems, remote weapon stations, simulation technologies, and green transition solutions.

Industry at a Glance
Unified under the GOIS Slovenian Defense Industry Cluster (SDIC), the sector brings together 204 member companies with:

~€1 billion in annual revenue
~5,000 highly skilled employees
~€100,000 average value added per employee

Competency domains: ICT & Cybersecurity · Optics, Electronics & Communications · Weapons & Ammunition · Vehicles, Vessels & Aircraft · Personal Protective Equipment · R&D · Trade & Business Support

Selected Slovenian Defense Solutions
- Mangart 25 Remote Weapon Station, Air defense system; consortium of 5 Slovenian companies; 100% domestic production

- Enduro Electric Motorcycle; High-performance special forces vehicle; growing global recognition

- Vepkov 6-Wheel Hybrid Vehicle; Modular mission adaptability for diverse operational scenarios

- Drone & Counter-Drone Systems; Including CBRN-detection specialized platform

- Simulation & Training Systems; Among Slovenia's most successful defense exports

- Directed Energy Air Defense; Next-generation air defense capability

- Firearms (Civilian & Military); Full-spectrum small arms solutions

- Surveillance & Monitoring Systems; Recognized with the Frontex Award for border surveillance excellence

International Engagement
GOIS actively drives international cooperation through trade fairs, B2B missions, and bilateral defense forums. In 2024 alone, Slovenia hosted major industry events with delegations from Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, facilitating 150+ B2B meetings.
Growing partnerships with Italy, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Estonia, and beyond reflect the sector's expanding international footprint.

Contact / More Information
GOIS - Slovenian Defense Industry Cluster 
https://www.giz-gois.eu/