WarTech Scaling

An exclusive gathering of defence founders, investors, manufacturers, and strategic partners exploring capital, partnerships, and growth opportunities during Lviv Invest Forum 2026.

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29 August 2026 · Emili Resort · Lviv

Private Event, 20 Speakers, Networking

Organised by

Mergewave Capital is an advisory firm focused on M&A, fundraising and strategic growth for technology and defence technology companies.

In partnership with

One of Ukraine’s premier investment forums, connecting global investors, founders and industry leaders.

Partners

For Who

WarTech Scaling is designed for decision-makers shaping the
future of defence technology and industrial capacity.

Executives of UA & EU Defence Primes

Executives of UA & EU Defence Primes

Government & Institutional Representatives

Government & Institutional Representatives

Venture Capital & Private Investors

Venture Capital & Private Investors

Strategic Industry Partners

Strategic Industry Partners

Defence Manufacturers

Defence Manufacturers

M&A and Capital Advisors

M&A and Capital Advisors

Executives of UA & EU Defence Primes

Government & Institutional Representatives

Venture Capital & Private Investors

Strategic Industry Partners

Defence Manufacturers

M&A and Capital Advisors

Main themes

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Speakers

Meet the Speakers

Leading founders, investors and industry experts from
the defence technology ecosystem.

Pavlo Karapinka

Co-founder

Mergewave Capital

Artem Myrhorodskyi

Investment Director and Partner

Mergewave Capital

Artem Moroz

Head of Investor Relations

Brave1

Bart Gruyaert

Vice President

Galion Group

Oleksandr Yakovenko

Founder and CEO

TAF Drones / TAF Industries

Yaroslav Golovchenko

Head of the Fundraising and Support Department

АЗОВ.ONE

Pavlo Karapinka

Co-founder

Mergewave Capital

Artem Myrhorodskyi

Investment Director and Partner

Mergewave Capital

Artem Moroz

Head of Investor Relations

Brave1

Bart Gruyaert

Vice President

Galion Group

Oleksandr Yakovenko

Founder and CEO

TAF Drones / TAF Industries

Yaroslav Golovchenko

Head of the Fundraising and Support Department

АЗОВ.ONE

More speakers to be announced soon.

Schedule

Event Highlights

The full agenda will be announced shortly.

29 October 2026

Program Highlights

A curated afternoon of strategic discussions, expert insights and high-value networking focused on scaling defence companies.

15 min

Host

Opening Remarks

Welcome address from the organizers, introducing the event’s key themes and objectives.

Павло Карапінка

60 min

Panel

Strategic Panel Discussion

A discussion featuring founders, investors and industry leaders on capital, partnerships and scaling strategies for defence companies.

Павло Карапінка

Bart Gruyaert

Ярослав Головченко

30–45 min

Expert Session

Industry Insights

Practical perspectives from leading executives and market experts shaping the future of defence technology.

Bart Gruyaert

60 min

Panel

Executive Panel Discussion

A conversation on manufacturing, international expansion, procurement and long-term industry collaboration.

Артем Миргородський

Олександр Яковенко

Артем Мороз

Open Format

Networking

Curated Networking Reception

Connect with founders, investors, manufacturers and strategic partners in a private networking environment over drinks and refreshments.

No speaker assigned

Tickets

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A private gathering for defence founders, investors, manufacturers and strategic partners during Lviv Invest Forum 2026.

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29 August 2026

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Welcome Drinks & Reception

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29 August 2026

$200

$100

Full Event Access

Speaker Sessions & Panel Discussions

Networking with Speakers & Industry Leaders

Welcome Drinks & Reception

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WarTech Scaling

For Who

For Who

Events We’ve Brought Together

Events We’ve Brought Together

Defense City Meetup

Defense City Meetup

Eurosatory 2026 Private Side Event

Eurosatory 2026 Private Side Event

LIF Defence Side Event 2025

LIF Defence Side Event 2025

Meet the Speakers

Meet the Speakers

Pavlo Karapinka

Artem Myrhorodskyi

Artem Moroz

Bart Gruyaert

Oleksandr Yakovenko

Yaroslav Golovchenko

Event Highlights

29 October 2026

Program Highlights

Opening Remarks

Strategic Panel Discussion

Industry Insights

Executive Panel Discussion

Curated Networking Reception

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