Project SENTINEL
- 20. february 2026
Project SENTINEL
The SENTINEL project (Sustainable Energy Capabilities for Enhanced Military Camps and Operations) is an international strategic initiative funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF). Its purpose is to develop advanced, energy‑efficient, resilient and self‑sufficient solutions that enhance the operational efficiency, energy independence and tactical autonomy of deployable military bases.
The consortium includes 42 partners from 16 countries, and the project coordinator is TECES. Among the six Slovenian partners involved in the project is also Robotina.
Within the project, 17 key energy capabilities will be developed and tested, covering advanced energy technologies, improved mobility, digital energy solutions and smart grid integration.
Robotina’s role is to develop solutions that enable the control and integration of existing devices into a unified, interoperable system. This will ensure that both existing and new energy systems - ranging from generators and consumers to energy storage units and other components—operate seamlessly within a standardized and interconnected environment.
In February 2026, TECES organized the first joint event of all SENTINEL partners in Maribor, bringing together more than 130 representatives of organizations and end users. The purpose of the event was to align strategic objectives, review key work packages, present development directions and strengthen collaboration between industry, research institutions and the defence sector. The event marked an important starting point for the successful continuation of the project.
