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22 May 25. SRC Expands Gryphon Multi-Mission Radar Family with New Counter-UAS and Force Protection Radars. Not-for-profit defense company launches next-gen radar systems to counter evolving UAS threats and protect forces in the field. SRC, Inc. (“SRC” or “Company”), a not-for-profit defense research and development company, today announced the expansion of its Gryphon™ Multi-Mission Radar Family with the launch of two new systems: the Gryphon R1430/R1440 and Gryphon R1540. Building on the success of the field-proven Gryphon R1410 radar, these new radar systems deliver powerful, mobile and precise capabilities to meet the growing threat of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) across complex operational environments. Like the R1410, which has been deployed in significant numbers across the United States, Asia, Middle East and Europe, including active conflict areas, the R1430/R1440 and R1540 are SRC’s next generation radar systems designed to provide force protection to the U.S. and its allies by countering the increased use of UAS in contested environments, among others. The family of Gryphon radars are lightweight, low-cost, air-cooled 3-D active electronically scanned array (AESA) radars capable of detecting hundreds of moving targets at any moment across heavily congested long distances. These systems provide counter-UAS and fire control capabilities to accurately defend against modern threats. The R1430/R1440 introduces a novel approach to persistent 360-degree coverage using three (R1430) or four (R1440) radar panels, offering faster update rates and enhanced target tracking in a compact configuration designed for on-the-move or fixed-site deployment. Meanwhile, the R1540 (extensively deployed with the U.S. military) brings extended range, higher accuracy and precision fire control in a smaller solution than typical radars in its class, giving warfighters and security personnel the ability to see farther and respond faster without sacrificing agility. Both systems leverage SRC’s deep-rooted legacy in superior radar development and smart, scalable innovation.
“The proliferation of low-cost, high-impact UAS is one of the greatest challenges facing America and our allies today,” said Kevin Hair, president and CEO of SRC. “With the Gryphon family of radars, we’re offering scalable, mobile radar solutions that give warfighters and security forces the power to detect, track and respond to threats of all kinds, both on the move or at the halt, without compromise.”
While counter-UAS is a primary application, these new radars also provide precision tracking of various aircraft, vehicles, personnel, and rocket, artillery and mortar (RAM) threats. They are multi-mission capable, supporting SHORAD, base defense, force protection and coastal and border security, while operating seamlessly on-the-move or at fixed locations. The Gryphon radars integrate with other SRC technologies to deliver end-to-end defense capabilities, including real-time sensor fusion, weapons and sensor cueing and threat mitigation. When paired with effectors or electronic warfare systems, the Gryphon radars form a layered defense architecture that enables quick, coordinated response to emerging threats. With nearly 70 years of experience supporting national defense priorities, SRC continues to lead the field in radar innovation. The Gryphon family of radars reflect SRC’s commitment to delivering high-performance, mission-tailored solutions that protect troops and secure airspace in an era of rapidly evolving threats. (Source: ASD Network)
22 May 25. Lockheed Martin, a global leader in the development and delivery of cutting-edge radar solutions, and Fujitsu Limited, a Japanese multinational leader in information and communications technology and digital services, today announced the conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing Fujitsu as a source for the SPY-7 Subarray Suite Power Supply Line Replaceable Unit (PS LRU).
“By locally manufacturing critical components for the SPY-7 radar, Japan can have complete confidence that this system will be fully supported and sustained for decades to come,” said. Paul Lemmo, vice president and general manager at Lockheed Martin. “We are honored to play a role in shaping the future of Japan’s defense industry and proud to contribute to the growth of the defense employment landscape in the country.”
“Fujitsu is honored to contribute to the manufacturing of the SPY-7 radar, especially in the production of the PS LRU, a critical component of the system,” said Tsuneo Hayashi, corporate executive officer, SEVP, Fujitsu Limited. “Fujitsu will further expand its collaboration with Lockheed Martin on the SPY-7 radar, contributing to its sustainment in Japan and helping to strengthen national security.”
Continued Partnership
In 2024, the two companies signed a previous MOU to expand Lockheed Martin’s Industrial Cooperation goals for expanding its solid-state radar production and sustainment in Japan.
The collaboration demonstrates Lockheed Martin’s commitment to growing the defense workforce and further developing the production and sustainment of key components for its SPY-7 radar product line.
For more than 30 years, Lockheed Martin has supported Japan’s national security through the delivery of highly capable systems and sensors for the Kongo, Atago and Maya class destroyers. Lockheed Martin’s mission of expanding 21st Century Security® in Japan continues to be strengthened by the partnerships and relationships built in country.
The SPY-7 Advantage: Elevating Naval Radar Performance
Lockheed Martin’s SPY-7 solid-state radar technology empowers users to respond swiftly and decisively to evolving threats. With advanced detection and tracking capabilities, SPY-7 effectively counters complex threats, enabling simultaneous engagement of multiple targets.
21 May 25. L3Harris reveals new Compact Multi-Node Display Overlay for augmented reality. L3Harris Technologies has revealed technical aspects of its new Compact Multi-Node Display Overlay (CMNDO) module that provides augmented reality (AR) to fielded Binocular Night Vision Device (BNVD)-Fused systems, according to a 19 May L3Harris news release. The CMNDO module is still in the developmental phase with no launch date yet, an L3Harris representative confirmed to Janes on 19 May. It is currently being tested by some NATO forces to incorporate their experiences and feedback. The CMNDO module weighs around 140 g, has a 640×480 full-colour image display and is attached to the back of a helmet with a battery pack integrated. The user would also be connected directly to larger communication networks via ultra-wideband (UWB). The company said there are no signals emissions given off that could be picked up by adversaries. The manufacturers say the system can operate on its batteries with AR running for more than 3.5 h. The on-body system and goggles are compatible with various radio nets and battle management systems (BMSs), which allows the user to receive information on positions; digital compass headings; time; position, location, and information (PLI); picture-in-picture (from unmanned systems); radar plot; battery indicator; and mode indicator. According to L3Harris, the BNVD-Fused systems with the CMNDO module offer a “similarly advanced capability” to the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular (ENVG-B) night-vision fusion goggle. L3Harris has delivered more than 18,000 ENVG-B systems to the US Army as of January 2025, according to the company’s website. (Source: Janes)
21 May 25. DSEI Japan 2025: Japan’s army tests laser system. The Japanese Ministry of Defense’s (MoD’s) Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) is developing a mobile laser system in collaboration with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). An ATLA official told Janes at the DSEI Japan 2025 show being held in Chiba from 21 to 23 May that a prototype of this mobile laser system is currently being tested by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF). This system uses a 10 kW laser. It has been developed to counter hostile small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the official said. The official declined to comment on the range of the laser weapon. The laser system is integrated onto an 8×8 truck. The laser turret is on the top of the truck. The official said that the JGSDF is expected to complete testing the laser system by March 2026. In a video released on 14 May, ATLA said that this laser system uses a radar to detect UAV threats in all directions. Once a UAV is detected, a beam director on the top of the vehicle begins to track it. Following target confirmation, the operators shoot lasers against the UAV. ATLA and MHI initiated the project to develop this laser system in 2021. For more information, please see DSEI Japan 2023: Kawasaki Heavy Industries unveils high-energy laser C-UAS. (Source: Janes)
21 May 25. Cuashub.com said today that Rohde & Schwarz launches new ARDRONIS C-UAS system for Wi-Fi-controlled drones. Rohde & Schwarz has unveiled the latest iteration of its ARDRONIS system, introducing ARDRONIS Wi-Fi, an expanded capability focused on detecting, locating and countering drones operated over Wi-Fi connections. The system is the newest addition to the ARDRONIS family, which has been deployed globally for radio frequency-based drone detection. Unlike traditional drone monitoring tools that rely on broader RF or radar detection, ARDRONIS Wi-Fi is tailored to the growing number of commercial drones that use wireless LAN protocols. According to the company, the system automatically detects and classifies Wi-Fi-controlled drones and provides directional information about the signal source. It is also capable of intercepting video transmissions from certain drones, offering real-time visibility of what the drone operator sees. A notable feature of the new system is its Remote ID decoding capability. This function extracts telemetry from drones broadcasting over Wi-Fi, including location, altitude, speed and operator information when available. Such data can be crucial for threat assessment and regulatory compliance, especially as Remote ID becomes a standard feature in commercial drones. The system also introduces a targeted disruption capability. Unlike broader jamming approaches, ARDRONIS Wi-Fi is designed to interrupt the control link between a specific drone and its operator without affecting other nearby systems. This selective mitigation, the company states, allows for early intervention – even before the drone takes off – by detecting pre-flight connections between the controller and aircraft. ARDRONIS Wi-Fi can be deployed as a standalone unit or integrated into existing ARDRONIS systems. Optional directional antennas extend detection range and allow users to determine the source of a signal with greater precision. Rohde & Schwarz positions the solution as scalable for use in environments ranging from critical infrastructure and public events to airports and government facilities.
“ARDRONIS Wi-Fi is a game-changer in the field of drone detection and mitigation,” said Anne Stephan, Vice President Monitoring & Analytics at Rohde & Schwarz. While the product launch emphasizes flexibility and precision, it also reflects a broader trend in counter-drone technology toward more granular, protocol-specific detection systems in response to increasingly diverse unmanned threats.
Rohde & Schwarz launches new ARDRONIS C-UAS system for Wi-Fi-controlled drones
(Source: https://cuashub.com/)
20 May 25. Tawazun Council and Thales, have signed a cooperation agreement to produce locally advanced Ground Master series air surveillance radars. This agreement supports the UAE’s vision to boost local manufacturing and develop national defence capabilities. The signing took place during the fourth edition of “Make it in the Emirates 2025,” with Matar Ali Al Romaithi, Sector Chief of Defence and Security Industry Affairs at Tawazun Council, and Abdelhafid Mordi, CEO of Thales in the UAE, alongside representatives from both sides. This reflects Thales’ commitment to supporting the UAE’s vision of advancing manufacturing capabilities through innovation and industrial excellence. The Ground Master radars are internationally recognized for their reliability, superior performance, mobility, and adaptability to diverse missions, positioning them amongst the world’s leading air surveillance and defence systems. The facility is scheduled to be fully operational by 2027, where it will assemble, test, and qualify advanced air surveillance radars to meet both domestic and export markets needs. This factory will serve as a strategic asset, bolstering the UAE’s defence manufacturing capabilities, enhancing self-sufficiency in critical technologies, and providing flexibility to address varying operational requirements. A core pillar of Thales Radar Centre of Excellence’s expansion is the development of Emirati talents. Thales places localization at the heart of its growth strategy through advanced training programs and sustainable professional career development, building specialized local expertise in advanced radar technologies in support of the UAE’s National Defence Strategy and its vision of a highly capable, future-ready national workforce. As the project is not only focused on building the radar system, but also on qualifying domestic suppliers, it further contributes to strengthening the national industrial base and promoting long-term self-reliance.
Commenting on the agreement, Matar Ali Al Romaithi, Sector Chief of Defence and Security Industry Affairs at Tawazun Council, said: “The expansion of Thales’ Radar Centre of Excellence reflects the strength of the UAE’s defence industrial strategy and its regional leadership in advanced technologies. This initiative enhances national capabilities in air surveillance radar systems while creating significant opportunities for local companies to grow, innovate, and compete globally.”
Hervé Dammann, Executive Vice-President, Land and Air Systems said: “Thales is proud to contribute to the growth of the UAE’s industrial defence ecosystem by advancing local capabilities, in-line with the national vision. The expansion of our Radar Centre of Excellence, through the establishment of a new production facility, marks a major milestone – from integration, testing, manufacturing to lifecycle support. This investment reinforces the UAE’s sovereignty in critical defence technologies, strengthens the national supply chain, embarks UAE talents and deepens local expertise in advanced radar systems.”
20 May 25. RTX delivers first radar to MDA that can track hypersonic weapons. Raytheon has delivered the first missile defense radar to the Missile Defense Agency upgraded with the capability to track hypersonic weapons, the company announced Monday. The MDA has long used AN/TPY-2 radars to track ballistic missiles, but this new version features a Gallium Nitride, or GaN, populated array, Raytheon said. The new AN/TPY-2 X-band radar is the 13th system to be delivered to the agency but the first with the technology. It will be a part of the U.S. Army’s eighth Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery. The radars can be used in a forward-based mode, providing cuing data to systems like the U.S. Navy’s Aegis ballistic missile defense system or the Army’s Patriot missile defense system. It serves as the primary radar for the Army’s THAAD system. GaN is technology already integrated into the Army’s Lower-Tier Air and Missile Defense System radar, which was approved for low-rate production last month and will serve as the new tracking sensor for the Patriot air-and-missile defense system. Raytheon has its own GaN foundry in Andover, Massachusetts, and has worked to develop the capability over decades that allows the radar to run “at twice the power that we had before,” John Norman, company vice president of requirements and capabilities for Raytheon Air and Space Defense Systems, told Defense News.
“You have twice the sensitivity, twice the range. It’s just incredibly efficient,” he said. “Now we’re able to see those targets coming in, to be able to discriminate.”
GaN allows for greater fidelity to see when a warhead separates from a missile body, as well as whether there are decoys present.
“You’re going to have much greater target specificity,” Norman added.
Hypersonic threats fly at speeds greater than Mach 5 and are maneuverable in the glide phase of flight, making them very difficult to track. This means it’s important to defeat hypersonic weapons earlier in flight at greater ranges. The new radar is “going to enable them to fire at those targets earlier in the engagement cycle,” Norman said. The technology also has a longer time in between failures or maintenance needs.
“This is just operational more often,” Norman said. “That resolves like 90% of the angst that we had doing that mission set because the missiles are always there, the firing batteries are always there, but it’s having the sensors to make sure you have the coverage of the area you’re trying to defend.”
While MDA is the first U.S. entity to receive the AN/TPY-2 radar with GaN, Saudi Arabia was the first to receive the upgraded version, according to Norman. Raytheon is now working with the Army on how to take advantage of the company’s investments to upgrade the systems it has in operation. They’re also trying to address other modernization needs, such as integrating new computer components and signal data processing equipment to free up space in the electronics unit, which will make sustainment and maintenance easier, according to Norman. (Source: Defense News)
20 May 25. Cuashub.com said today that HENSOLDT to Enhance German Military’s Anti-Drone Capabilities with New Sensor Upgrades. Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has commissioned HENSOLDT to upgrade the capabilities of its C-UAS Field Camp (ASUL) anti-drone system. The upgrade aims to improve the German Armed Forces’ defense against the UAS threat. ASUL is part of a broader, modular C-UAS system designed to detect, classify, and neutralize small unmanned aircraft in real time and provide comprehensive support. It features a scalable mix of sensors and countermeasures, including active and passive radar, electro-optical sensors, and versatile counter-drone tools. HENSOLDT’s subsidiary ESG Elektroniksystem—und Logistik-GmbH originally developed the system and delivered it to the German Armed Forces in 2022. Building on its subsequent proven success and the latest technological advances, HENSOLDT aims to further upgrade the system’s capabilities to meet the Bundeswehr’s required needs. HENSOLDT’s expertise in counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) spans over a decade, with solutions that leverage advanced sensors and AI-supported software. The company’s Elysion Mission Core platform, which integrates multiple data sources in real time to support decision-making, has been used several times in the field, including at the 2015 G7 summit in Elmau.
Daniela Hildenbrand, Head of Counter-UAS Solutions at HENSOLDT, noted that the company’s sensor technology and software-driven improvements support HENSOLDT’s vision of providing the “greatest possible protection against threats from uncooperative drones as part of a holistic, highly networked air defence system.”
Last year, HENSOLDT was awarded a contract worth nearly 100 m euros by Rheinmetall Air Defence to supply its SPEXER air defense radars for the new Skyranger 30 anti-aircraft gun tank (FlakPz).
HENSOLDT to Enhance German Military’s Anti-Drone Capabilities with New Sensor Upgrades
(Source: https://cuashub.com/)
21 May 25. Trillium Gimbal Enhances Imaging for Launched Effects & Loitering Munitions. Trillium Engineering introduces the HD25-LV-C, a lightweight imaging system optimized for cost-constrained, expendable platforms like Launched Effects and loitering munitions. Trillium Engineering has unveiled the HD25-LV-C, a compact gimbaled imaging system designed to address the challenges of cost-constrained programs such as Launched Effects (LE), loitering munitions, and other attritable platforms. As defense priorities shift toward scalable, cost-effective systems for contested environments, the HD25-LV-C delivers Trillium’s proven imaging, onboard processing, and scene steering capabilities in a compact design built for expendable use. Weighing just 390 grams, the HD25-LV-C meets strict SWaP-C requirements and integrates seamlessly with small UAS and LE platforms. Despite its size, the system supports visible and LWIR imaging, onboard electronic stabilization, and real-time geolocation accurate to within 1.5°, ensuring precise and reliable performance in dynamic conditions.
Ryan O’Connor, Vice President of Product Development, of Trillium Engineering, stated, “The HD25-LV-C was built to align with the evolving tactical landscape. The future of ISR is smaller, smarter, more integrated, and cost efficient. The HD25-LV-C is our response to that future, an imaging system built not just to operate in complex environments, but to excel in them.”
Trillium’s investment in the HD25-LV-C reflects the company’s continued commitment to supporting next-generation autonomous missions with sensor solutions that are precise, reliable, and ready for scale. (Source: https://www.defenseadvancement.com/)
21 May 25. SCD USA announces the successful design-in of its MIRA Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) camera into several major defense programs across North America. These integrations span a variety of defense platforms, including man-portable systems, armored fighting vehicles, loitering munitions, and counter-UAS systems. In a key milestone, SCD USA has also secured an initial low-rate production order for airborne deployment, reflecting the MIRA camera’s technological maturity and growing relevance in advanced defense applications. This integration marks the beginning of broader adoption, with MIRA poised to become a standard imaging solution in future procurements across these platforms. MIRA is powered by SCD’s advanced SWIFT-EI InGaAs detector, offering exceptional SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) SWIR sensor, with VGA resolution, multi-spot Asynchronous Laser Pulse Detection (ALPD), and ultra-high-speed frame rates up to 1,500 fps. The SWIFT-EI also integrate event-based, neuromorphic imaging, which reduces bandwidth requirements by detecting and transmitting only scene changes—critical for high-efficiency SWIR imaging in real-time battlefield scenarios. Additionally, MIRA incorporates Coded Spot Tracking (CST), providing unmatched operational flexibility for a wide range of missions. With its 10µm pixel pitch, compact design, and low power consumption, MIRA is ideally suited for integration into small payloads, missile seekers, vehicles, and hand-held devices. Its enhanced background-independency improves situational awareness in complex environments.
“The integration of MIRA into these defense programs underscores its essential role in enhancing operational effectiveness across modern military platforms,” said Mark Fydenkevez, CEO of SCD USA. “We remain committed to delivering next-generation SWIR technology that empowers our customers to achieve mission success with unmatched performance and innovation.”
20 May 25. Aerospace technology provider Sagetech Avionics has selected AI sensing system innovator MatrixSpace to support its advanced airspace solutions. Sagetech Avionics empowers safe flight in crewed and uncrewed aircraft with certifiable situational awareness solutions, serving military, public and commercial organizations. Both companies will be exhibiting at XPONENTIAL 2025 May 20-22, in Houston Texas: Sagetech Avionics (booth #2031) and MatrixSpace (booth #1520). MatrixSpace and Sagetech Avionics recently partnered to win an HSWERX award from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for their work on advanced air detection supporting uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operations. The solution has potential applications across a variety of mission environments, including the DHS Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency.
Quote from Rudy Johnson, Director Business Development at Sagetech Avionics, “Our mission is to deliver low-SWaP certified avionics solutions that enable safe, scalable airspace integration. To achieve this requires a sophisticated level of airspace awareness informed by high-performance sensors. MatrixSpace is meeting the challenge, setting new standards in precision detection, making them key to meeting our customers’ demanding requirements.”
Quote from Lori DeMatteis, Chief Revenue Officer at MatrixSpace, “As autonomous aviation becomes ubiquitous, the need to integrate it safely into the National Airspace is key. Working with Sagetech Avionics has demonstrated their commitment not only to high customer standards but also reaching for the most advanced, innovative solutions possible to achieve this.”
The DHS project sought to identify small UAS (sUAS) with onboard sensors that meet Federal Aviation Administration guidelines for safe Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. Enabling smaller UAS (Group III and below) to operate safely in the NAS with BVLOS capabilities significantly enhances their ability to conduct comprehensive monitoring of secure, often large and remote locations such as borders, border crossings and other points of entry. Due to their compact size and advanced capabilities, MatrixSpace Radar and Sagetech’s detect and avoid (DAA) onboard ACAS DAA computer were selected to support safe BVLOS operations. MatrixSpace provides affordable, AI-enhanced sensor solutions for situational awareness, unlocking advanced, large-scale drone operations, and protecting infrastructure and public gatherings from security threats. Its solutions detect objects immediately with high degrees of accuracy, allowing for rapid response and countermeasures. Its products combine cutting-edge radar sensors with additional technologies and AI-edge processing to sense, detect, and classify objects in any outdoor situation while enabling comprehensive compliance reporting.
About Sagetech Avionics
Sagetech Avionics is an aerospace technology company empowering safe flight in crewed and uncrewed aircraft with certifiable situational awareness solutions. Currently serving military and civil duty on a broad range of UAV platforms, Sagetech solutions are mission-proven and offer decades of program experience, certifications, and ms of flight hours to deliver maximum value over the life of an unmanned platform. Today, Sagetech is expanding its technology platform to create comprehensive, certifiable systems such as detect and avoid solutions. Every day, Sagetech works in concert with its extensive ecosystem of OEM customers, technology partners, and resellers to ensure UAVs fly safer with Sagetech on board.
20 May 25. Dragoon Selects Teledyne FLIR OEM Prism Software for Long-Range Unmanned Platform. Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY), today announced Dragoon is using the Prism™ Supervisor and Prism SKR software for its AI-driven object. Project Artemis is a program designed to evaluate and deploy long-range loitering munitions capable of operating in highly contested electromagnetic environments and in large numbers. Dragoon is one of four organizations within Project Artemis tasked to demonstrate low-cost, adaptable, long-range, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) platforms with the potential to maximize operational flexibility.
“The integration of Dragoon’s Cinder unmanned aircraft—our low-cost, long-range platform—and Teledyne
FLIR’s OEM Prism software unlocks new, highly autonomous mission capabilities in complex environments,” said Jason Douglas, co-founder of Dragoon Technology. “By combining our platform and payload with
Teledyne FLIR’s autonomy, we offer an ideal solution for the DIU Artemis project.” Prism SKR is a best-in-class automatic target recognition (ATR) software providing a drop-in solution for the FLIR Boson® thermal camera module that optimally addresses the seeker requirements for the Dragoon UAS platform. It operates efficiently at the edge on low-power embedded processors and is compatible withboth infrared (IR) and visible camera data. Prism SKR provides real-time target position, identification, direction of motion, and aim-point localization, guiding the platform’s autonomous flight system for various operations.
In combination, Prism Supervisor further enhances mission readiness by providing end-to-end autonomy and mission oversight. It seamlessly integrates with Dragoon’s onboard autopilot system to support real time decision-making capabilities and an intuitive mission-planning interface. The advanced autonomy in Prism Supervisor closes the loop between the on-board navigation subsystem and real-time AI-based observations to enhance UAS operational capabilities while reducing operator intervention and workload.
“Dragoon selecting Prism software for its Project Artemis work underscores our ability to deliver missioncritical capabilities for national defense,” said Jared Faraudo, vice president of product management and programs, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “Prism SKR and Supervisor are purpose-built to enable Dragoon’s unmanned systems to perform
19 May 25. Safran.AI and ICEYE announce a long-term strategic partnership, leveraging their combined expertise to deliver advanced multisensor Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that enable governments to achieve faster and more accurate decision-making in geospatial intelligence. This collaboration unites Safran.AI’s globally recognized proficiency in vision AI with ICEYE’s operation of the world’s largest commercial Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) constellation. SAR satellite imagery allows the detection and classification of objects of interest at any time of the day and in all weather conditions, making it an invaluable resource for defense and intelligence applications, and particularly for monitoring military activities. ICEYE’s SAR satellite constellation stands out with its state-of-the-art sensors that deliver 25 cm resolution, high image quality, a high revisit rate, and an image delivery time of just a few hours. Artificial intelligence on the battlefield has a major impact on both strategic and tactical levels. It accelerates the intelligence cycle by processing information in near real time and by extracting the most critical insights for time-sensitive operators. This partnership will elevate Safran.AI’s capabilities in SAR imagery to unprecedented levels. Combined with its cutting-edge AI expertise in electro-optical satellite imagery, its new multi-modal AI solutions will enhance global persistent monitoring, enabling governments to make faster and more informed decisions. This announcement also marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between ICEYE and Safran, building on the existing partnership, with Safran already providing ICEYE with space-to-ground link solutions for the rapid transmission of high-resolution imagery.
“This partnership with Safran.AI allows us to maximize the value of our SAR data by integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies,” said Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-Founder of ICEYE. “By adding ICEYE SAR imagery to Safran’s analytic capabilities we bring together the industry’s best imagery with the industry’s best multi-sensor image exploitation capability.”
Jean-Yves Courtois, CEO of Safran.AI, emphasized: “This partnership represents a major breakthrough for our customers and the geospatial intelligence community. By closely collaborating with ICEYE, we will achieve automatic SAR image analysis performance comparable to those of our electro-optical image detectors. Furthermore, we will integrate both imagery sources through multi-modal AI, empowering governments with continuous monitoring capabilities tailored to both their commercial and sovereign data sources.”
About Safran.AI
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the aerospace (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), space, and defense sectors. Its mission is to sustainably contribute to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. With a global presence, the Group employs 100,000 people and generated €27.3 bn in revenue in 2024. It holds leading global or European positions in its markets, either independently or through partnerships. Safran is listed on Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.
Safran.AI (formerly Preligens), a subsidiary of Safran Electronics & Defense, is a global leader in Artificial Intelligence for aerospace, defense, and government applications. The company develops AI solutions to process and exploit large data streams, ranging from the ocean depths to space (satellite imagery, drone video feeds, acoustic signals, etc.), helping analysts detect and understand events of interest. (Source: PR Newswire)
19 May 25. Spaceflux to make SWIR telescope testbed fully operational in Q3 2025. Spaceflux is looking to make its short-wave infrared (SWIR) telescope testbed fully operational in August or September (third quarter [Q3]) of 2025, after using it to deliver daytime tracking data on orbiting satellites to the UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), the co-founder and chief technology officer (CTO) of Spaceflux, Ingo Waldman, told Janes in an interview on 13 May. Spaceflux announced the delivery of the dual-band optical system on 29 April and provided Dstl with a final report. “Right now, what we’re working on is basically verifying and testing the sensor and the data that comes from it,” Marcel Debczynski, co-founder and chief commercial officer (CCO) of Spaceflux, told Janes in an interview on 2 May. (Source: Janes)
12 May 25. QinetiQ nets GBP 160m contract to continue to lead UK defence research programme. QinetiQ has secured a contract extension to lead the UK Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) Weapons Sector Research Framework (WSRF) for a further two years. WSRF-led projects include the British Army determining the impact of a vehicle-mounted laser weapon on drones, testing a vehicle mounted Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon’s ability to overcome a swarm of drones, and the prototyping of a potential future propulsion system for hypersonic weapons. Under the WSRF framework extension, valued at GBP 160 m, QinetiQ will work with industry partners MBDA and Thales, to provide Dstl and the Ministry of Defence with access to weapons science and technology research from more than 150 industry suppliers and academic institutions. The aim is to increase the pace at which next generation weapons are being delivered to the front line by providing access to a wide range of suppliers and their technologies. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
13 May 25. Thales launches airport C-UAS system with 18km range. At today’s Airspace World in Lisbon, Thales has announced the latest version of its EagleShield and Gamekeeper counter-UAS systems for airports. In the latest iteration, the network comprises a 3D long-range holographic Gamekeeper radar, a long range electro-optical sensor, radio frequency sensors and a command and control centre which can be integrated into both civil and military networks. According to Thales officials at the show, this provides airports with the ability to detect rogure drones at up to 18km, either connected or non-connected drones. The command and control system includes data fusion capabilities which merge tracking and classification and, using artificial intelligence, and automatic threat-level assessment and decision support tool. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
14 May 25. Brussels airport to introduce Skeydrone intelligent drone detector. Brussels airport is due to introduce a new drone detection system over the next few month which only raises an alert when a drone is detected that could impact operations. The dynamic drone detection system, developed by Skeydrone and shown for the first time at Airspace World 2025 in Lisbon, is built around the concept of focusing on the arrival and departure paths of aircraft landing and taking off at the airport and over the runway itself. The aim of the new drone detection software is to ensure that air traffic controllers are only alerted to potential rogue drone threats that could directly impact aircraft operations. Airport operations are classified into red, orange, yellow and green areas of potential threat. The software conducts a 3D analysis of whether the drone is a threat or not, based on the active runway configuration at the airport. Drones that are operating in the area with permission to fly are also actively monitored by the system; if they stray beyond their agreed flight envelope, an alert is raised.
“We have around 12 and 25 drone detections a day at Brussels airport and if we reacted to each of those the airport would be closed 24/7,” said the company’s Didier Decaestecker.
The system is being marketed to air navigation service providers and airports worldwide. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
12 May 25. Australia invites industry to support new C-sUAS programme. Australia’s Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) is seeking industry support to enhance Australia Defence Force’s (ADF) counter- small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS) capabilities with the launch of Mission Syracuse. Mission Syracuse will focus on rapidly developing advanced technology options to intercept UAS that can be integrated into the ADF’s existing C-sUAS programme. The mission seeks sovereign solutions from Australian industry and research organisations. The technologies will be used to protect deployed forces by securing infrastructure, expeditionary bases, dismounted personnel and their equipment, and all classes of ADF vehicles. Mission Syracuse will complement LAND 156, which will deliver a comprehensive C-sUAS capability system for the ADF that is able to detect, track, identify, and neutralise adversaries through a layered and distributed defensive approach. Syracuse is the next mission for ASCA following the successful contract awarding to two Australian companies in January 2025 under Mission Black Thorn, which is focused on rapid technology development to degrade integrated air and missile defence systems of potential adversaries. Proposals for Mission Syracuse must be submitted via AusTender by 6 June, 2025. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
13 May 25. US defence department opens challenge for low-cost C-UAS. The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), in collaboration with the US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), has launched a challenge to identify solutions for scalable, cost-effective unmanned aircraft system (UAS) detection, identification, and tracking. DIU says the challenge aims to “enhance the US Department of Defense’s (DoD) counter-UAS (C-UAS) capabilities while addressing cost and scalability limitations associated with traditional radars, optical sensors, and radio frequency detection systems”. DIU Lead for C-UAS, Matthew Way, explained the need for this capability in the joint force, “DoD needs more options for low cost C-UAS sensors that can augment our more exquisite capabilities to provide earlier warnings and indicators,” said Way. “We understand there may be trade-offs in detection range and accuracy to drive down costs versus positively enabling a distributed sensing concept.” The solicitation closes on May 20. A team of subject matter experts will evaluate applicants and select up to 10 finalists. This group of finalists will receive a portion of the overall funding to help cover their participation in NORTHCOM’s Falcon Peak exercise in September 2025. The top performing vendors at Falcon Peak will compete for the remaining prize funding. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
16 May 25. Northrop Grumman introduces new AI-enabled C-UAS. Northrop Grumman has introduced a new counter-uncrewed aerial system (C-UAS) platform. The AiON system is designed to counter hundreds and thousands of drones, from Group 1 through 4 UAS. Northrop Grumman has developed AiON as a “low cost and low risk” command-and-control system that enables an operator to command multiple sites from any location. The system features AI-powered decision aids. Its open design enables the integration of new sensors, effectors and third-party decision algorithms, while its software runs across various hardware platforms, including tablets. It also integrates with US Army and Joint/Coalition systems. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
16 May 25. Pierce and MITRE collaborate on drone detection research. Pierce Aerospace has formed a partnership with MITRE to advance research and uncrewed aerial system (UAS) remote identification. Pierce has previously engaged with MITRE in testing and evaluation of the company’s Remote ID sensors and capabilities. The new collaboration will see Pierce Aerospace’s Remote ID sensors installed at the MITRE National Range for remote identification and UAS-related research purposes. The two organisations also will collaborate on airspace detection, UAS/autonomy operations and homeland security capabilities. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
19 May 25. uAvionix launches Trakr for real-time monitoring and airspace awareness. uAvionix has launched Trakr, a new suite of hardware and services that extends its FlightLine airspace surveillance platform to include real-time monitoring of customer-owned drone operations alongside ADS-B data from aircraft. By integrating Trakr’s UAS-specific position feeds with FlightLine’s ADS-B aircraft surveillance, uAvionix now delivers a complete picture of low-altitude airspace for operators conducting critical missions including those beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) such as Drone as First Responder (DFR), infrastructure inspection, wildfire response and range management. Trakr enables uAvionix to provide operators with a private UAS tracking ecosystem integrated with the FlightLine platform for the display and monitoring of UAS operations. The Trakr device, a compact, low-SWaP transmitter affixed to each drone, broadcasts real-time GPS position over the 915 MHz ISM band. The signal is received by either a permanently installed TrakrStation or the portable, battery-powered TrakrStationLTE and transmitted to the cloud-based FlightLine portal. The result is what the company calls a “single pane of glass” containing ADS-B aircraft and customer operations data from Trakr-equipped drones, enabling operators to see and separate their own drones from nearby aircraft, other UAS and obstacles in real time, through the uAvionix FlightLine UI or API integrated into third-party airspace management tools. For data privacy, Trakr feeds are exclusive to the customer’s FlightLine account. The Trakr platform allows post-landing flight data to be exported for metrics for due-diligence reporting. Trakr is available for preorder. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
16 May 25. Cuashub.com said today that High Lander launches Vega CIS for drone traffic management. High Lander Aviation has announced the release of its Vega common information software (CIS), a software platform designed to help airspace authorities manage drone traffic more safely and efficiently. The new system aims to improve real-time data sharing and geo-awareness among unmanned and manned airspace participants. Vega CIS is part of High Lander’s broader Vega ecosystem, which includes drone traffic management tools for both authorities and operators. The system is targeted at airspace managers such as air navigation service providers, air traffic managers and national aviation authorities. The goal, according to High Lander, is to give regulators better control over dynamically changing airspaces, particularly as drone activity increases in both volume and complexity. The platform allows authorities to define and update airspace constraints – such as restricted, prohibited and information zones – based on drone characteristics, missions or regulatory conditions. Permissions can be adjusted in real time using input from air traffic control systems to reduce potential conflicts between drones and crewed aircraft. A mobile companion app distributes this airspace data to drone users, who can use it to inform flight planning and compliance. The software also includes a visualized NOTAM (notice to air missions) engine, designed to simplify the traditionally manual, text-based notification process. By converting NOTAMs into graphical overlays, Vega CIS aims to streamline geo-awareness for both operators and authorities. While described as a step toward “ecosystem interoperability” for drone airspace, the system is still in early stages of deployment. High Lander says it has been field-tested and approved in sandbox trials by an unnamed national aviation regulator. The company also claims the platform complies with EASA’s U-space regulations and global standards from organizations such as ICAO, ASTM and EUROCAE. The launch of Vega CIS comes as regulators around the world grapple with the challenge of integrating drones into airspace shared with commercial aviation ass drones for delivery, emergency response and security become more common. https://cuashub.com/en/content/high-lander-launches-vega-cis-for-drone-traffic-management/ (Source: https://cuashub.com/)
16 May 25. Cuashub.com said today that UN leader calls for ban on lethal autonomous weapons. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his call for a global ban on lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS), declaring that machines capable of killing without human intervention are “politically unacceptable” and “morally repugnant.” Speaking at an informal United Nations meeting in New York focused on the risks and regulation of autonomous weapons, Guterres warned:
“There is no place for lethal autonomous weapon systems in our world. Machines that have the power and discretion to take human lives without human control should be prohibited by international law.”
The two-day meeting, which convened UN Member States, academic experts and civil society organizations, aimed to build momentum toward a legally binding agreement on the regulation and prohibition of such technologies. Though there is no universal legal definition of autonomous weapon systems, they are generally understood as systems, including certain advanced drones, that can select and engage targets without direct human instruction. Guterres emphasized the necessity of maintaining human oversight in warfare, warning of the humanitarian and legal risks of delegating lethal decision-making to machines.
“Human control over the use of force is essential,” he said. “We cannot delegate life-or-death decisions to machines.”
Critics argue that autonomous weapons risk violating international humanitarian and human rights laws by removing human judgment from critical decisions on the battlefield.
Path toward regulation
Since 2014, UN Member States have debated the future of LAWS under the framework of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, which governs weapons that pose excessive or indiscriminate harm. The September 2024 ‘Pact for the Future’ further demonstrated the international community’s commitment to curbing the misuse of emerging technologies in warfare.
The recent meeting in New York signalled a shift from broad discussion toward concrete policy frameworks. Nicole van Rooijen, Executive Director of Stop Killer Robots, a coalition of more than 270 civil society groups, described recent progress as promising but insufficient.
“We are seeing consensus emerge around a two-tiered approach – prohibitions on some autonomous systems, and regulations on others,” Rooijen said. “That’s a huge improvement. But we’re still only in the consultation phase. We are not yet negotiating. That is a problem.”
Key challenges remain unresolved, including how to legally define an autonomous weapon system and what constitutes “meaningful human control” in practice.
An urgent timeline
Guterres has urged Member States to agree on a legal framework by 2026, warning that delays will only increase the dangers posed by rapid advances in artificial intelligence and algorithm-driven weapons systems.
“The cost of our inaction will be greater the longer we wait,” Rooijen said. She also cautioned that falling development costs could accelerate proliferation, including among non-state actors.
“The fate of humanity cannot be left to a ‘black box,’” Guterres stated. “Time is running out to take preventative action.”
https://cuashub.com/en/content/un-leader-calls-for-ban-on-lethal-autonomous-weapons/ (Source: https://cuashub.com/)
16 May 25. Weibel to deliver XENTA radars for Norwegian NOMADS system. Weibel’s XENTA radar, which will be produced in Denmark, are planned to be delivered between 2026 and 2027. Danish manufacturer Weibel Scientific has been contracted by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to supply its XENTA surveillance radars. These radars are planned to be integrated into Kongsberg’s National Manoeuvre Air Defence System (NOMADS), a mobile platform developed for the Norwegian Army. The deal, valued at more than DKr500m ($75.m), is expected to strengthen Weibel Scientific’s position in the global market for short-range air defence and anti-drone radar systems. It also marks a major step toward the company’s target of reaching DKr2.5bn in annual turnover by 2030. Weibel’s XENTA radar will be produced in Allerød, Denmark, with deliveries planned to take place between 2026 and 2027.
Weibel Scientific CEO Peter Røpke said: “This historic order is not only the largest in the history of our company, but also proof that we are well on our way to achieving our goal of becoming the global leader in radar systems for short-range air defence and protection against hostile drones. Our strategic partnership with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has developed over time and is growing stronger week by week. The cultures and cooperation between our two companies complement each other well, and our product solutions align perfectly. The demand for our radar solutions is high and rising sharply, and our ambition to be two to three times larger by 2030 is definitely within reach.” (Source: army-technology.com)
16 May 25. Cuashub.com said today that Cyberlux develops jam-resistant drone for US Special Operations. Cyberlux Corporation has developed a new Group 1 rotary-wing drone platform tailored for U.S. Special Operations forces, combining extended payload capabilities with technologies designed for contested electromagnetic environments. The platform aims to bridge the gap between lightweight tactical drones and the robust communications requirements of modern military operations. Unveiled alongside a strategic partnership with TrellisWare Technologies, the new platform integrates TrellisWare’s latest low-latency, anti-jam waveform, engineered specifically for unmanned systems. Known for its TSM waveform used by U.S. and allied forces, TrellisWare’s new variant aims to bring mesh networking resilience to FPV drone operation. This integration allows the Cyberlux drone to maintain high-fidelity video feeds and command-and-control links in GPS-denied or radio frequency-contested environments, conditions commonly encountered in modern conflict zones. The company describes the system as mission-flexible and “EW-resilient,” emphasizing its ability to operate effectively even under deliberate jamming or electronic attack. According to Cyberlux, this capability is not an add-on but baked into the platform’s core architecture. The waveform integration ensures seamless connectivity with existing TSM-enabled tactical networks, allowing the drone to serve as an interoperable node within a larger battlefield communications framework. This could allow for real-time data sharing, resilient swarm operations and command relays across dispersed units.
“By integrating this technology into our next-generation UAS, we’re not only expanding the tactical capability of our platforms, we’re ensuring our systems remain fully interoperable and battlefield-ready,” said Mark Schmidt, CEO of Cyberlux.
The FPV component, often limited in military UAS by latency and signal vulnerability, is made more viable with the TSM-based waveform. TrellisWare’s waveform operates on a dynamic mesh network that can self-heal and reroute around interference, offering reliable control and video feed transmission even in spectrum-congested areas.
The military has increasingly emphasized resilient communications as a top priority for small UAS platforms, especially in response to lessons learned in Ukraine, where commercial drones have been repeatedly jammed, spoofed or disabled. The integration of hardened waveforms and interoperability with existing tactical radios is emerging as a key differentiator for defense-grade systems. Cyberlux has not disclosed the expected procurement path, specific operational use cases or unit pricing. However, the company says the new drone is ready for operational deployment. (Source: https://cuashub.com/)
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