EOS plans U.S. serial production of next-generation Slinger counter-drone system
EOS Defense Systems USA plans to begin U.S. production of its next-generation Slinger counter-drone system in 2027.
UAE plans more than $1 billion APKWS II guided rocket purchase to strengthen counter-drone capability following U.S. approval
The United Arab Emirates plans to acquire an APKWS II guided rocket package worth just over $1 billion, adding a relatively low-cost option for attacking drones and ground targets.
Saab UK and Kraken integrate Giraffe 1X radar on autonomous vessel to provide early warning of drone threats to ships and ports
Saab UK and Kraken have built an experimental autonomous vessel to provide early warning of drone threats to shipping and critical infrastructure.
U.S. Department of War orders faster counter-drone approvals, with 30-day escalation rule and limits on repeat safety reviews
The U.S. Department of War has directed officials to accelerate counter-drone approvals by reusing relevant assessments and removing unnecessary administrative barriers.
BAE Systems says BATS links drone detection to gun and electronic warfare engagement in successful two-week Scottish trials
BAE Systems has completed two weeks of trials in Scotland demonstrating how its BATS counter-drone system connects detection, operator decisions and engagement.
U.S. Army says Domestic Shield awards expand counter-drone procurement across 10 suppliers, including Echodyne radar systems
Joint Interagency Task Force 401 has awarded contracts to 10 suppliers to expand counter-drone capabilities under Domestic Shield and related military requirements.
Kongsberg signs contract with Oshkosh to fit Dutch JLTVs with Protector counter-drone systems for mobile force protection
Kongsberg has signed a contract with Oshkosh Defense Europe to supply counter-drone systems for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles destined for the Royal Netherlands Armed Forces.
ASELSAN demonstrates KORKUT 35 against drones and a moving ground target for defence delegations from 12 countries
ASELSAN has conducted live-fire demonstrations of its KORKUT 35 air defence system for delegations from 12 countries, focusing on its ability to engage drones and fire while moving.
U.S. Army demonstrates M-LIDS counter-drone system to Indian forces as Yudh Abhyas 2026 addresses evolving aerial threats
U.S. Army soldiers demonstrated a mobile counter-drone system to Indian troops during Yudh Abhyas 2026, an exercise focused in part on how ground forces operate under the threat of unmanned aircraft.
Netherlands plans domestic production of EOS high-energy laser weapons, establishing European hub for defence against drone attacks
The Netherlands plans to work with Australian company EOS to turn high-energy laser technology into an operational counter-drone weapon.
Advanced Navigation secures $18.5 million Kongsberg order for Boreas systems on Polish Protector counter drone platforms
Advanced Navigation has secured an $18.5 million supply agreement with KONGSBERG to provide inertial navigation systems for its PROTECTOR counter-uncrewed aerial system platforms
U.S. Army tests layered defenses against 100-drone swarms at Fort Bragg, preparing for the unmanned threat of the next war
The U.S. Army has tested layered counter-drone defenses against swarms of up to 100 unmanned aircraft at Fort Bragg.

