FAQ – Danish Defence Industry Network (DDIN)
What is DDIN?
DDIN (Danish Defence Industry Network) is a professional business network and collaboration platform for companies seeking to explore and develop opportunities within the defence sector through relationships, partnering, knowledge sharing and strategic positioning.
DDIN has been established with a clear focus:
"Less PowerPoint – More Partnering."
We believe that strong relationships and strategic collaboration create more opportunities than another presentation or brochure ever will.
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Who is DDIN for?
DDIN is aimed at companies throughout Denmark that:
* Wish to explore opportunities within the defence sector
* Want to develop new business relationships and partnerships
* Work strategically and long-term with growth and market development
* See partnering as an important route into the market
* Offer products, services or competencies that may become part of defence-related value chains
Companies do not need to be existing defence suppliers to participate.
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Do we need to be an established defence supplier?
No.
Many companies discover that their competencies are more relevant to the defence sector than they initially thought.
DDIN is equally relevant for companies that want to understand the market better, build relationships and explore future opportunities.
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Why are relationships and partnering so important?
One of the biggest misconceptions about the defence industry is that companies win contracts solely because of their products or services.
The reality is often far more complex.
Most companies do not enter the defence industry alone.
They enter through relationships, partnerships and consistent strategic efforts over time.
Many successful defence suppliers began as:
* Subcontractors
* Specialist suppliers
* Technology partners
* Manufacturing partners
* Members of larger consortia
Access to the market is often built on trust, cooperation and long-term relationships.
This is why DDIN actively focuses on connecting companies that can complement one another and become stronger together within defence-related value chains.
We believe many companies already possess highly relevant competencies but lack access to the right relationships and collaboration opportunities.
That is why our guiding principle is:
"Less PowerPoint – More Partnering."
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How long does it take to enter the defence industry?
There is no simple answer.
For some companies it may take months.
For others it may take several years.
The defence industry is characterized by:
* Long decision-making processes
* Extensive documentation requirements
* Trust-based relationships
* Long-term collaboration
This is why strategic focus and persistence are essential.
DDIN is not a network for companies seeking quick wins.
DDIN is for companies willing to invest strategically in their future position within defence industry value chains.
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Does DDIN guarantee contracts or business opportunities?
No.
DDIN cannot and does not guarantee contracts, projects or orders.
That would be unrealistic.
What DDIN provides is access to:
* Relationships
* Networks
* Market insights
* Knowledge sharing
* Sparring and guidance
* Potential collaboration partners
Ultimately, the participating companies create their own results.
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What do we gain from membership?
Membership provides opportunities for:
* Building strategic relationships
* Identifying potential business partners
* Gaining market insights
* Learning from companies already active in the defence sector
* Matchmaking and partnering opportunities
* Access to relevant events and presentations
* Inspiration for strategic positioning
Our objective is to create real business value through relationships and collaboration.
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Is DDIN only for large companies?
No.
Quite the opposite.
Many opportunities within the defence sector are created by small and medium-sized enterprises with strong niche competencies.
The defence industry depends on specialised technologies, manufacturing capabilities, services and expertise from companies of all sizes.
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We have never worked with the defence sector before. Is DDIN still relevant?
Absolutely.
Many companies are closer to the defence market than they realise.
This includes companies operating within:
* Manufacturing
* Electronics
* Software
* Cyber Security
* Logistics
* Engineering
* Supply Chain Management
* Quality and Documentation
* Maintenance and Service
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Is DDIN looking for companies with practical defence experience?
Yes.
We actively encourage participation from companies that:
* Supply products or services to the defence sector
* Have worked as subcontractors
* Have participated in consortia
* Have achieved success through partnering
* Have practical experience from defence-related value chains
We believe companies learn best from other companies.
Real-world experience is often more valuable than theory.
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Why is Selec2r facilitating DDIN?
Selec2r has spent many years working with:
* Strategic networking
* Recruitment and talent acquisition
* Business development
* Business matchmaking
* Professional relationship building
DDIN was established because we identified a need for a more practical and collaboration-focused platform for companies interested in working strategically with opportunities in the defence sector.
The initiative is being developed with support, dialogue and engagement from several business organisations, industry associations and professional stakeholders.
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Is DDIN just another network filled with PowerPoint presentations?
No.
Our ambition is simple:
"Less PowerPoint – More Partnering."
We prioritise dialogue, relationships, matchmaking and practical collaboration opportunities.
We believe companies create the most value when they engage directly with each other rather than passively watching presentations.
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What does membership cost?
For the remainder of 2026, membership costs:
DKK 5,900 + VAT per company
Membership includes access to DDIN activities, events, networking opportunities and the continued development of the network throughout the remainder of 2026.
From 2027 onwards, DDIN will introduce a differentiated membership model based on company size and number of employees.
Membership fees will thereafter be invoiced annually.
The specific membership categories will be announced during 2026.
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What is the real cost of not getting involved?
For many companies, the largest cost is not the membership fee.
The largest cost may be:
* Starting too late
* Missing valuable relationships
* Lacking strategic partners
* Discovering opportunities years after competitors have already positioned themselves
The defence industry is a market where trust, relationships and collaboration are built over time.
DDIN is therefore not merely a network.
It is an investment in future business opportunities.
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What is DDIN's ambition?
DDIN's ambition is not to become Denmark's largest business network.
Our ambition is to become one of the most valuable networks for companies that wish to work strategically with opportunities within the defence sector.
We believe in:
* Long-term relationships over short-term gains
* Partnering over going it alone
* Strategy over coincidence
* Collaboration where it creates value
* Action over endless presentations
We do not spend large budgets on glossy marketing campaigns or extensive promotion.
Instead, we invest our time in bringing capable companies together, facilitating valuable relationships and supporting meaningful collaboration.
### Most companies do not enter the defence industry alone. They enter through relationships, partnering and persistent strategic effort.
That is the reality DDIN is built upon.
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How do we get started?
Contact us through the DDIN website and book an introductory conversation.
We are happy to discuss:
* Your company
* Your ambitions
* Your competencies
* Your potential role within defence industry value chains
The objective is not necessarily to secure a contract tomorrow.
The objective is to begin building the relationships and partnerships that may create opportunities in the future.
