LINZ, Germany, Apr 16, 2026 – Kontron will deploy cybersecurity systems across institutions in Central and Eastern Europe under a contract valued at about EUR 20 million, in partnership with Darktrace. The project integrates Darktrace’s AI-based threat detection and response technology into public and private sector infrastructure.
Under the agreement, Kontron will integrate Darktrace’s AI-based cybersecurity technology into target environments and deliver system integration and managed services. Most of the technologies and services covered by the contract will be provided in collaboration with Darktrace across multiple sites.
Darktrace’s self-learning AI analyzes network activity to establish baseline behavior for each environment. It monitors deviations from this baseline to detect threats and trigger automated response actions during operation.
The deployment reflects growing demand for cybersecurity across critical infrastructure in both public and private sectors. It also expands Kontron’s cybersecurity portfolio, including software and IoT-related services, and supports recurring service revenue.
The agreement expands Kontron’s cybersecurity portfolio, with Kontron set to operate as a Darktrace partner for future deployments in Central and Eastern Europe.
Source: Kontron
About Kontron
Kontron Electronics provides electronics development and manufacturing services for industrial and commercial customers. The company supports product design, engineering, testing, and series production of electronic assemblies, modules, and complete systems. It works with original equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and technology companies in sectors including telecommunications, transportation, public safety, and energy. Kontron Electronics is headquartered in Frickenhausen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany. It operates additional facilities and partner networks in Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, and Switzerland. Kontron Electronics is part of the Kontron Group, which develops embedded computing and connectivity technologies. Its services span the electronics product life cycle, from development and validation to assembly and production support.
About Darktrace
Darktrace develops cybersecurity software for threat detection and response across digital environments. The company provides systems that monitor network, cloud, email, endpoint and operational technology data. Its software uses machine learning to establish baseline activity and detect anomalies during operation. Darktrace also includes automated response tools that act on detected threats. The company serves industries such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, energy and government. Darktrace was founded in 2013. Its headquarters is in Cambridge, UK. The company operates globally with offices in Europe, North America and Asia. Its global customers are more than 4,700, supported by a global strength of about 2,200 employees.