01/04/2026
Ukreximbank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding cooperation with Verne Capital — a German-Luxembourg fund that invests in technologies for defence, security, and cybersecurity. The goal of the partnership is to strengthen Ukraine’s economic, energy, logistics, and national security through the development of innovation and attraction of international investment.
Verne Capital has deep expertise in defence and critical technologies. The fund’s team has many years of experience in the investment market, has implemented successful projects (M&A, IPO), and has established to a powerful advisory board that includes former NATO generals and executives of leading European defence companies. The fund supports startups developing solutions to protect infrastructure, counter modern threats, and enhance Europe’s technological resilience.
For industrial partners, Verne Capital offers access to advanced defence technologies, opportunities for joint solution development, and integration into the European defence ecosystem.
The signed Memorandum will form the basis for joint projects and the development of Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem, as well as for deepening cooperation with European markets.
Key areas of cooperation include:
“This partnership will strengthen our country’s ability to create the technologies of the future to reinforce Europe’s security. The combination of Verne Capital’s experience and our financing approaches opens new opportunities for Ukrainian businesses and strengthens Ukraine’s position as a technological leader,” noted Ukreximbank’s Chairman of the Management Board Viktor Ponomarenko.
“We see some highly promising young technology companies in Ukraine, and we would like to support them as they take their next step in their growth – including on the international stage. We are convinced that these companies will make a significant contribution to Europe’s resilience”, says Michael Singer, Managing Partner of Verne Capital.
The signing of the Memorandum is an important step toward building a modern and competitive technological economy that makes Ukraine stronger today and more secure in the future.
