The study analyzes the Europeanization of the defense sector between 1952 and 2018. The author examines the political influence of the European defense industry as well as that of its counterpart, the United States. The findings show that the industry primarily influenced European research funding, while the regulation of the sector was less affected.

Alexander Launer works as a Head of Communications. His research interests include security and defense policy, with a focus on the defense industry and interest representation.