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Army prepares testing zone for defense technologies in three regions

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Portugal is establishing the ZLT D. Afonso Henriques, a military testing zone in three regions (Constância, Aveiro, Beja) managed by CEMTEx to validate defense technologies. The zone will support dual-use military and civilian solutions, integrate with NATO DIANA, and aim to position Portugal as a European and NATO reference space for tech innovation. Key infrastructure includes terrestrial, aerial, and aquatic areas via the Ria de Aveiro, with drones and surgical caps mentioned as testable assets.

Key points

• The ZLT D. Afonso Henriques will cover military areas in Santa Margarida, Constância, São Jacinto, and Beja, managed by CEMTEx.
• The project aims to integrate with NATO DIANA and position Portugal as a European and NATO reference space for tech innovation.

Context

Portugal is establishing the ZLT D. Afonso Henriques, a military testing zone in three regions (Constância, Aveiro, Beja) managed by CEMTEx to validate defense technologies. The zone will support dual-use military and civilian solutions, integrate with NATO DIANA, and aim to position Portugal as a European and NATO reference space for tech innovation.

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