MARSS was established in 2006 and develops sensor-fusion technology and AI-enabled C2 systems primarily for counter-drone applications. The transaction includes MARSS’s NiDAR software and hardware, associated customer contracts, intellectual property and personnel.
By combining its existing sensor and effector capabilities with MARSS’s C2 technology, EOS aims to move from a component supplier to an integrated counter-drone systems provider. The combined capability is designed to deliver end-to-end solutions for detecting, identifying, deciding and defeating drone threats across military, homeland security and civil environments.
EOS plans to embed NiDAR into its remote weapon system product range, with the intention of enabling mesh-networked systems that provide hemispherical protection against drone attacks. The company expects the acquisition to broaden its geographic footprint, strengthen its in-house AI and software capability and support competition for larger, higher-value programmes.
The transaction is structured as an asset acquisition with an upfront cash payment of US$36m and a potential earnout linked to new MARSS sales, capped at €100m. The acquisition is expected to be broadly neutral for earnings and operating cash flow in 2026, with completion anticipated in 2026 subject to customer, regulatory and other approvals.
