JCBRN Defence COE Strengthens Cooperation with Poland’s Military University of Technology
The Joint Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defence Centre of Excellence (JCBRN Defence COE) has signed a Cooperation Agreement and a Technical Agreement with the Military University of Technology (Wojskowa Akademia Techniczna – WAT) in Warsaw, Poland.
The agreements aim to enhance collaboration in the field of CBRN defence, research, and education, further strengthening the shared commitment of both institutions to contribute to the safety and security of NATO and its member states.
The documents were signed at the Military University of Technology by Col. David Martinek, Director of the JCBRN Defence COE, and Brig. Gen. Prof. Dr. Eng. Przemysław Wachulak, Rector-Commandant of WAT.
A Shared Commitment to CBRN Defence
“I am confident that the agreements signed today open a new chapter for both institutions,” said Col. David Martinek, Director of the JCBRN Defence COE. “The Cooperation Agreement establishes a broad framework for partnership, including joint research projects, training initiatives, and student internships at the JCBRN Defence COE.
Furthermore, the Technical Agreement enables WAT to join the CBRN Reachback Secondary Network — a community of military and civilian organizations with advanced analytical and research capabilities that support our Centre’s mission.
By combining our expertise and resources, we will be able to respond more effectively to contemporary and future CBRN threats. We are grateful to our Polish partners for their trust, commitment, and shared vision for advancing NATO’s collective CBRN defence.”
Enhancing Education and Research Capacity
During the ceremony, Brig. Gen. Prof. Wachulak emphasized WAT’s dedication to advancing national and allied security through education and innovation in the field of CBRN defence.
“Strengthening national security through the prevention and mitigation of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats is a key area of our Academy’s mission,” he said. “We recently opened a new CBRN Defence Training Area, where WAT cadets gain practical experience in defence against weapons of mass destruction. This cooperation represents an important step toward expanding our international partnerships and research potential.”
The Faculty of New Technologies and Chemistry (WTC) plays a central role in CBRN-related education at WAT. Its staff conduct postgraduate studies, numerous specialized courses for the Ministry of National Defence, and practical training for hundreds of cadets at the CBRN Field Training Centre in Drawsko. The Faculty also maintains extensive cooperation with national institutions, including the Internal Security Agency and the Institute of Optoelectronics.
Future Areas of Cooperation
The newly signed agreements provide a comprehensive framework for joint activities, including:
- expanding research and training capabilities in CBRN defence;
- conducting joint experiments and research & development projects;
- exchanging experts, instructors, and researchers;
- sharing best practices and expertise; and
- participating in joint workshops, courses, and conferences.
Through this partnership, both the JCBRN Defence COE and WAT aim to strengthen NATO’s collective CBRN defence posture by fostering innovation, interoperability, and academic excellence.
