FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 10, 2025, 13:00 CET
MAPS Messaging Chosen as NATO DIANA Innovator
Eindhoven, Netherlands – December 10, 2025 – MAPS Messaging BV, a Netherlands-based innovator in secure, real-time data exchange, is proud to announce its selection for the prestigious NATO Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) programme. MAPS is one of a select group of European startups chosen to deliver next-generation solutions for NATO’s most pressing defense and security challenges. MAPS Messaging will compete in the NATO DIANA Challenges to transform maritime and defense communications.
As part of the DIANA Maritime Operations challenge, MAPS Messaging will advance its universal, protocol-agnostic middleware platform—enabling seamless, secure communication across ships, UAVs, port infrastructure, and satellite networks. The company’s technology, already proven in demanding field trials, bridges legacy and modern systems while integrating in-transit machine learning to support faster, more resilient decision-making for allied operations.
“This milestone reflects our vision for secure, interoperable communications,” said Alex Kritikos, Co-Founder & CEO of MAPS Messaging BV. “With DIANA's support, we aim to enhance both defense and civilian maritime sectors."
DIANA provides funding, mentorship, and direct access to NATO partners, enabling MAPS Messaging to pilot its technology in real-world scenarios and help shape the future of coalition operations.
Discover the full list of innovators and their solutions here: 2026 Cohort of Companies
About MAPS Messaging BV
MAPS Messaging BV develops protocol-agnostic middleware that empowers organizations to securely connect, manage, and scale critical systems across diverse environments. The company partners with leaders in industry and defense to deliver robust, future-proof communications for the world’s most challenging operations.
About NATO DIANA
NATO DIANA finds and accelerates cutting-edge technologies to deliver battle-winning defence and security solutions for the Alliance while fostering deep-tech innovation. As a cornerstone of NATO’s innovation and technology strategy, DIANA brings together world-class talent and the latest advancements to maintain the Alliance’s technological edge. Leveraging a network of leading accelerator sites, test centres, expert mentors, and Allied expertise across 32 nations, DIANA empowers innovators working at the intersection of defence readiness, commercial potential, and technological breakthroughs.
Press Contact
Alex Kritikos, Co-Founder & CEO, MAPS Messaging BV Website: https://www.mapsmessaging.io Email: press@mapsmessaging.io
