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08 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that PerceptView introduces long-range camera system for C-UAS surveillance. PerceptView has introduced the Tactical 785HD Camera System, expanding its portfolio of long-range surveillance and counter-UAS camera solutions. The new system is positioned alongside the company’s existing Tactical 550HD, with PerceptView outlining differences in range, zoom options and deployment flexibility between the two platforms. Both the Tactical 785HD and Tactical 550HD are designed to provide infrared and electro-optical visibility for defense and critical infrastructure protection missions. Each system supports full remote operation and is intended for use in counter-UAS and persistent surveillance roles. According to the company, the Tactical 785HD extends tracking performance beyond the Tactical 550HD’s stated 3.5 to 5 kilometer range. When tracking a DJI Mavic 3 class drone, the 785HD is reported to reach beyond 6.5 kilometers. The system offers both wider and narrower zoom configurations to increase pixels on target while maintaining responsiveness comparable to the Tactical 550HD. Both camera systems use PerceptView’s 9520 electro-optical daylight camera and are designed to be field-swappable. Plug-and-play architecture and quick-connect mounting hardware allow operators to exchange systems rapidly based on mission requirements. Remote camera control is provided through PerceptView’s RemoteView software, with optional integration of automatic target classification tools such as Walaris and CFAM. PerceptView states that the Tactical 785HD and Tactical 550HD are designed for expeditionary and fixed-site use. Each system can be transported and deployed by a single operator and is fly-away transportable in cases weighing under 100 pounds. The systems can be used independently or integrated into PerceptView’s broader Counter-UAS TSN Shield360 and EX-SUADS solutions. Within an integrated architecture, the camera systems serve as the optical layer alongside radar, Remote ID, GNSS, ADS-B and other sensors, including DFend’s EnforceAir. Sensor data, camera control and alerting functions are managed through PerceptView’s AwareView command-and-control interface.PerceptView positions both systems as options for organizations seeking long-range visual detection, tracking and classification of drones and other aerial threats, either as standalone assets or as part of a multi-sensor counter-UAS deployment.
https://cuashub.com/en/content/perceptview-introduces-long-range-camera-system-for-c-uas-surveillance/ (Source: https://cuashub.com/
08 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that Thai-Cambodian border tensions drive shift toward counter-UAS. Border tensions with Cambodia are prompting Thailand’s armed forces to reassess their procurement priorities for fiscal year 2027, with an increased focus on drones, counter-drone systems and domestic defense production.
Thai military officials say recent clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border, including repeated encounters with Cambodian drone activity, have exposed gaps in existing capabilities and highlighted the need to adapt to evolving threats. While both countries are moving toward a second ceasefire framework, the Thai military assesses that long-term stability cannot be guaranteed and that both sides are likely to refine tactics and strengthen their arsenals.
According to Thai assessments, Cambodian forces have used drone swarms against Thai troops, including kamikaze-style drones. Drones have also reportedly penetrated deeper into Thai territory in what officials describe as harassment or intimidation, with flights observed near airports, weapons depots and critical infrastructure such as offshore oil platforms in the Gulf of Thailand. The Second Army Area has described the situation as politically calm but militarily tense, noting continued intermittent drone reconnaissance of Thai positions.
Against this backdrop, the Thai military believes the coming five years will mark a period of intensified drone warfare. Officials say lessons from the border situation highlight the importance of self-reliance in national defense, particularly in unmanned and counter-unmanned systems.
All four branches of the armed forces, along with the Royal Thai Police, are developing plans for UAS and counter-UAS capabilities. These efforts are being integrated into a broader framework, alongside the drafting of doctrine to guide future capability development.
The Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters said it is conducting research and development in cooperation with domestic companies and universities, focusing on both offensive strike drones and counter-drone technologies.
The initiative also aims to establish domestic production lines and strengthen Thailand’s defense industrial base. In parallel, the military is exploring improvements to force protection, including the use of ultra-high-performance concrete bunkers reinforced with high-tensile steel fibers to enhance survivability on the front lines.
https://cuashub.com/en/content/thai-cambodian-border-tensions-drive-shift-toward-counter-uas/ (Source: https://cuashub.com/
08 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that Ukrainian underwater drone strike puts Russian submarine out of action. Western intelligence assessments indicate that a Russian Navy attack submarine has been rendered inoperable following a Ukrainian underwater drone strike at the Novorossiysk Naval Base, marking another setback for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet. If confirmed, this would be the first time a submarine has ever been hit with a drone strike. According to the UK Ministry of Defence, Ukrainian security services conducted the attack overnight on December 14–15, using an uncrewed underwater system to strike the B-271 Kolpino, a Kilo-class diesel-electric attack submarine, while it was docked in port. The strike reportedly caused significant damage, leaving the submarine unable to deploy or sail under its own power. In its latest intelligence update, the UK Ministry of Defence said open-source reporting as of December 18 showed the Kolpino still moored in the same position as at the time of the strike. Other Russian vessels were observed dispersing from Novorossiysk as a precaution against further Ukrainian attacks. Video footage released following the incident showed several additional Russian warships docked nearby at the time of the strike. UK officials assessed that the presence of multiple vessels highlights the potential impact had Ukraine launched a broader, coordinated underwater drone attack. The Kolpino had been used by Russian forces to conduct missile strikes against Ukrainian critical infrastructure and energy targets. Although primarily an attack submarine designed for torpedo operations, the vessel had been modified to carry Kalibr cruise missiles, expanding its strike role during the conflict. This marks the second known instance of a Russian submarine being taken out of action by Ukrainian forces. In earlier attacks, Ukraine struck the Kilo-class submarine Rostov-on-Don, leaving it unable to return to operational service. The UK Ministry of Defence said the successful penetration of Novorossiysk’s layered harbor defenses demonstrates Ukraine’s growing proficiency in maritime operations using uncrewed systems. These defenses include air defense systems, patrol vessels, counter-drone nets and other protective measures designed to safeguard high-value naval assets. Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Russian Navy has lost more than 20 vessels, including warships, submarines, landing ships, patrol boats and support vessels. Among the losses is the guided-missile cruiser Moskva, formerly the flagship of the Black Sea Fleet. British officials assessed that continued Ukrainian maritime drone operations are likely to further undermine Russian confidence in the Black Sea Fleet’s force protection measures, as Kyiv continues to contest Russian naval dominance despite lacking a large conventional surface fleet.
Ukrainian underwater drone strike puts Russian submarine out of action
(Source: https://cuashub.com/
09 Jan 26. CSIR highlights progress with radar projects. The development and demonstration of advanced radar technologies have been recent highlights for the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), which recorded notable progress with its Quadome, GSCR, and passive radar systems. According to the latest CSIR annual report for 2024/25, the organisation “developed and demonstrated advanced surveillance radar technology and underwater communication systems, showcasing its contributions to the defence sector.” The new Ground-based Surveillance and Classification Radar (GSCR) for border and infrastructure safeguarding was demonstrated to defence clients during two field tests held at the Rietvlei Nature Reserve near Pretoria. The new radar system monitors movement across wide areas, enabling the detection and tracking of intruders so that security forces can be directed for timely interception. The system utilises CSIR-developed C-Band phased array technology, providing a flexible, upgradeable architecture without the need to physically steer the radar antenna, the Council said. The radar incorporates advanced artificial intelligence for radar-based target classification, allowing it to operate autonomously – automatically discriminating between people and other targets and triggering alerts for tactical response without the need for a human operator.
“The Rietvlei deployment and demonstration pave the way for an operational experiment with the armed services in border safeguarding. Porous land borders pose a challenge for defence and security agencies battling poaching, smuggling (of humans, weapons and substances), illegal entry, cattle theft and other illegal activities. The system can aid in this regard, in addition to being applied in wide-area security contexts such as farms, production plants, mines and critical infrastructure or national key points. Being scalable, it can be easily adapted to suit specific applications, depending on requirements for radar detection range and angle measurement accuracy or to align with the available budget,” the CSIR stated in its annual report.
The GSCR can be fitted to the CSIR’s Meerkat wide area surveillance system, which currently uses a Reutech Radar Systems RSR 904 radar. Meerkat combines the radar with day and thermal cameras for 24-hour operation, and information analysis software that is able to detect, track and classify people entering certain areas. It can monitor up to 200 square kilometres at a time. The new GSCR radar uses C-band electronically-steered antenna technology for improved sensitivity and better target classification. It is available in 4 km, 7 km and 10 km variants. The CSIR sees the radar, and its Tyto, Otus and RINO cameras, as building blocks potentially forming part of a larger family of surveillance radar systems for wildlife protection, border safeguarding, counter-crime on farms and in suburbs, key point security, counter air intrusion etc. The CSIR has a long history of radar development, and is working on numerous radar projects at the moment, such as a synthetic aperture radar (SAR) for unmanned aerial vehicles, and has delivered a radar-based drone detection system to armasuisse (Federal Office for Defence Procurement) in Switzerland (SAMURAI: Swiss African MUltistatic RAdar Initiative). The CSIR’s most notable recent radar project is the Quadome, developed in conjunction with Hensoldt South Africa. This is the biggest local radar project in many years, and has already secured an export customer (the UK’s Royal Fleet Auxiliary).
Quadome is a software-defined, multi-function cognitive radar for naval air and surface surveillance, providing situational awareness, rapid detection and tracking and extremely short reaction times. The fully South African-developed radar features two main operational modes that simplify operator interaction and reduce workload: surveillance mode is used for general surface and air surveillance, while self-defence mode is employed in high-threat situations and for target engagement, with helicopter support continuously available in either mode, the CSIR said. Quadome is aimed at the global market for tactical naval radar systems, primarily targeting offshore patrol vessels, corvettes, light frigates and support vessels. Its first order was received for the UK Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s new fleet support vessels.
“With its low mass and weight and attractive price-performance ratio, Quadome offers three-dimensional air surveillance and air defence capabilities to vessels that might otherwise only be equipped with two-dimensional target detection,” the CSIR noted.
The Council also reported progress with its passive radar technology. It recently signed a license agreement with US-based Adler Aerospace, which specialises in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and counter-UAV technologies. The StealthNet passive radar system uses FM and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) emitters to detect targets at up to 300 km for commercial airliner size targets, 120 km for light aircraft, 80 km for fighter aircraft, and up to 50 km for smaller unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). As passive radar uses emissions from other emitters for target detection, it is much cheaper than active radar, requires less maintenance (no moving parts), is easily deployed, does not require regulatory approvals to operate, and is covert.
Dr Motodi Maserumule, CSIR Group Executive for the Advanced Production and Security division, said passive radar is ideal for airport security, particularly against UAVs – because it’s passive, it is difficult for people flying offending UAVs to detect it. The interest in passive radar is quite vast, he said, with the technology promising to have an expansive impact.
Executive Manager of the Council’s Defence and Security Cluster Sipho Mbhokota said the CSIR hopes to launch a passive radar air traffic control product shortly. “There is a huge market and we are looking to target Africa as they are struggling with airspace control,” he said.
Locally, the CSIR is working with Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) to trial passive radar at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Over the last eight years the CSIR’s passive radar system has been rolled out to multiple sites in the North-Eastern part of South Africa, including one site on the roof of the CSIR’s buildings in Pretoria, another at the University of the North West (Potchefstroom campus), a third at Emalahleni (Tshwane University of Technology campus), one at Hartebeeshoek and another at OR Tambo International Airport. (Source: https://www.defenceweb.co.za/)
08 Jan 26. India to buy domestic C-UAS to protect strategic defence facilities. The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded four contracts with a combined worth of INR1 bn (USD11.1 m) to Hyderabad-based defence company Indrajaal to procure its counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UASs) for the Indian Navy and the Indian Army, Janes has learnt. An Indrajaal spokesperson told Janes on 9 January that the company will be supplying its Indrajaal Infra C-UASs under the four MoD contracts.
“While specific locations cannot be shared, the Indrajaal Infra will be deployed at naval ports on the western seaboard, protecting maritime assets and naval infrastructure. It will also be deployed along the eastern border by the Indian Army to protect strategic bases,” the spokesperson said.
The spokesperson added, “There is an urgency for these [Indrajaal Infra] systems. So we will be delivering 50% of the systems by the end of March, and complete the rest of the deliveries by the end of June.”
The Indrajaal Infra C-UAS is powered by the company’s artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled SkyOS command-and-control (C2) platform, the spokesperson said. SkyOS integrates sensors and countermeasures to enable system operation with minimal human input, the spokesperson added. In addition to SkyOS, the key components of Indrajaal Infra are sensors including radars for long-range detection of aerial threats, radio frequency (RF) detectors for identifying unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) communication signatures and command links, and direction finders; soft-kill capabilities including cyber takeover to seize control of a UAV and bring it down, RF jamming to break C2 links, and global navigation satellite services (GNSS) spoofers and jammers; and hard-kill capabilities including interceptor UAVs such as the company’s Zombee UAV, the spokesperson said. (Source: Janes)
07 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that Dutch Navy completes live-fire C-UAS exercise off UK coast. The Royal Netherlands Navy has completed a live-firing exercise off the coast of Wales, training against simulated drone and unmanned surface threats in a contested maritime environment. The activity marked the first time a NATO ally has taken part in Exercise Sharpshooter, a training series run by QinetiQ that combines live and synthetic threat scenarios. The three-day exercise took place at the UK Ministry of Defence’s Aberporth range, around 20 miles off the Welsh coast. Dutch frigate HNLMS Evertsen was subjected to a series of coordinated attacks involving aerial drones, unmanned surface vehicles and virtual threats designed to replicate modern, multi-domain combat conditions. According to QinetiQ, the exercise involved its Banshee Whirlwind aerial drone targets and Hammerhead uncrewed surface vehicles, alongside synthetic representations of cruise missiles, ballistic missiles and hostile aircraft. The scenario required the ship’s crew to defend critical assets while managing multiple, overlapping threats from different domains. During the exercise, Evertsen tracked and neutralized five aerial targets and successfully engaged and sank two Hammerhead surface vehicles. The event tested the ship’s detection, command-and-control and engagement procedures from initial detection through to threat neutralization. Exercise design and threat integration were supported by Inzpire, a QinetiQ-owned company specializing in operational training and decision-support. Live and virtual elements were combined to stress-test crew readiness and operational decision-making over an extended period. Exercise Sharpshooter is part of a broader programme of live and synthetic training activities delivered by QinetiQ for the UK and allied forces. Recent iterations have included Royal Navy and NATO participation in exercises such as Med Strike in the Mediterranean and Formidable Shield off the coast of Scotland, both of which focused on countering complex threats ranging from drone swarms to advanced missile systems.
https://cuashub.com/en/content/dutch-navy-completes-live-fire-c-uas-exercise-off-uk-coast/(Source: https://cuashub.com/
07 Jan 26. SpaceX, Thales, Leonardo partner on next-gen radar launch. The third satellite in Italy’s COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation constellation has been successfully launched into orbit, marking another major step in the country’s long-running Earth observation program. The satellite lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Less than an hour after separation from the launcher, its signal was successfully acquired by Telespazio’s Fucino Space Centre in Italy’s Abruzzo region, confirming the spacecraft was operating as expected. Telespazio will manage the satellite’s launch and early orbit phase, which is expected to last about nine days, before it transitions into full commissioning and routine operations. COSMO-SkyMed is a dual-use radar Earth observation system jointly owned by the Italian Space Agency and the Italian Ministry of Defence. The second-generation satellites are built by Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, while on-orbit operations are conducted by Telespazio, also jointly owned by Leonardo and Thales.
07 Jan 26. Leonardo space division managing director Massimo Claudio Comparini said each COSMO-SkyMed launch represented a significant achievement for Italy’s national space sector and its industrial supply chain.
“Earth observation and the data it provides are a strategic asset for security and sustainability,” Comparini said. “They enable increasingly timely and targeted services and interventions, strengthening Italy’s role in space while delivering value to both the country and the international community.”
The newly launched spacecraft will help ensure continuity of synthetic-aperture radar services while further improving image quality and coverage. Equipped with the latest radar technologies, the second-generation satellites are progressively replacing the original COSMO-SkyMed system, which comprised four spacecraft, two of which remain operational. Once the full second-generation constellation of four satellites is deployed, the system will deliver a significant uplift in performance and greatly expand the range of applications available to government and commercial users. The integrated space and ground system is widely regarded as a benchmark for space-based radar observation in terms of accuracy, image quality and flexible user services.
Thales Alenia Space Italy chief executive Giampiero Di Paolo said the successful launch underscored the company’s leadership in radar satellite technology.
“When fully deployed, the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation constellation will provide a substantial step forward in performance and capability, reinforcing Thales Alenia Space’s global leadership in Earth observation infrastructure,” he said.
Since the launch of the first COSMO-SkyMed satellite in 2007, the system has acquired and archived around 4.3 m radar images, supporting applications ranging from environmental monitoring and infrastructure management to security and emergency response.
As a contributing mission to the European Union’s Copernicus program, COSMO-SkyMed also plays a critical role in the European Commission’s Emergency Rapid Mapping service, which delivers satellite imagery of areas affected by natural disasters or humanitarian crises within hours. Italian industry plays a central role in the program, with Leonardo, Thales Alenia Space and Telespazio working alongside a broad network of small and medium-sized enterprises. Thales Alenia Space is responsible for the overall second-generation program, including satellite design, manufacturing and system integration. Telespazio leads development of the ground segment and provides logistics and operational services, while Leonardo supplies key attitude control systems and advanced electrical power management equipment. COSMO-SkyMed data is marketed globally by e-GEOS, a joint venture between the Italian Space Agency and Telespazio, which processes the imagery into operational products for applications, including emergency management, maritime surveillance, precision agriculture and natural resource monitoring. (Source: Space Connect)
05 Jan 26. FEMA announces regional C-UAS grant awards. The United States’ Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced several grant awards under its counter-uncrewed aerial systems programme, which provides funding to enhance state, local, tribal and territorial capabilities to detect, identify, track or monitor uncrewed aerial systems (UAS).
The total funding available for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 is USD 250 m. The grants announced on December 30, 2025 are as follows:
Risk Tier
State
Allocation
Tier 1
District of Columbia (on behalf of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia) $28,266,328
Tier 1
Florida $23,636,511
Tier 1
New Jersey $21,764,005
Tier 1
New York $17,731,725
Tier 1
Texas $30,276,431
Tier 1
California $34,591,628
Tier 1
Georgia $20,284,936
Tier 1
Kansas $5,341,058
Tier 2
Massachusetts $21,891,527
Tier 2
Missouri $14,240,568
Tier 2
Pennsylvania $12,470,777
Tier 2
Washington $19,504,506
A further USD250 m, plus any unallocated funds from FY 2026, will be distributed to all states and territories in FY 2027 to support nationwide UAS detection and response capabilities.
(Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
23 Dec 25. FCC restricts future sales of new Chinese drones in the USA. The US Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) has concluded “that all the following equipment and services should be added to the FCC’s Covered List because they pose an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States and to the safety and security of U.S. persons…. today’s decision does not impact a consumer’s ability to continue using drones they previously purchased or acquired. Nor does today’s decision prevent retailers from continuing to sell, import, or market device models approved earlier this year or previously through the FCC’s equipment authorization process. By operation of the FCC’s Covered List rules, the restrictions imposed by today’s decision apply to new device models.” The US trade association AUVSI has welcomed the move. According to Michael Robbins, President & CEO of AUVSI. “AUVSI applauds the FCC for placing Chinese drone companies DJI and Autel on the Covered List, fulfilling the will of Congress under the NDAA to protect U.S. national security. Multiple U.S. intelligence and security agencies have determined these PRC-made drones present risks that cannot be adequately mitigated.”
The association’s statement continued:
“In addition to the Covered List designation, the FCC’s Public Notice initiates a broader review of foreign-manufactured uncrewed aircraft systems and critical components to assess and mitigate national security risks across the UAS ecosystem….At the same time, any policy restricting the import of foreign-manufactured drones or components from allied nations must carefully balance security objectives with the operational, economic, and innovation risks created by overly broad or inflexible controls. A waiver system administered through the FCC and Department of War should be appropriately tailored, transparent, and scalable, ensuring it mitigates genuine security risk without unintentionally undermining domestic manufacturing, allied supply chains, or critical war fighting, public safety, and commercial operations.”
The list also comprises Huawei Technologies, ZTE, Hytera, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital, Dahua Technology, Kaspersky, China Mobile International, Pacific Networks.
“In a statement, DJI said FCC’s move not only limits the freedom of choice for US consumers and commercial users but also undermines the principles of an open and fair competitive market,” according to a report in China Daily. “The company stated that the safety and reliability of its products have been validated by the global market and many authoritative independent third-party organizations over the years, emphasizing that it “will evaluate all possible pathways and firmly protect the legitimate rights and interests of the company and our global users.” (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
30 Dec 25. Poland “building a USD2bn anti-drone wall on Eastern border.” Multiple media reports say Poland has started the first stage of installing a USD2bn multi-layered counter-UAS (C-UAS) defence system on its eastern border.
“Poland has installed the first cluster of an artillery defence system on a new observation tower in Ozierany, near the Polish-Belarusian border, as part of efforts to strengthen security against threats from unmanned aerial vehicles, officials said Tuesday,” according to Euronews.
According to the UK’s Guardian newspaper, Deputy Defence Minister, Cezary Tomczyk has said the first capabilities of the system in will be completed in around six months and will take two years to complete.
“He noted that the new air defence systems would be integrated into an older line of defence built a decade ago, adding that the system would include multiple layers of protection, including machine guns, cannons, missiles, and drone-jamming systems,” said the newspaper. “In September, more than 10 Russian drones violated Polish airspace. The incident led to airport closures, fighter jets being scrambled, and damage to buildings on the ground as a result of drones being shot down. Poland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski told The Guardian at the time that the attacks, involving drones without warheads, were an attempt by Russia “to test us without starting a war.”
For more information:
https://www.euronews.com/2025/12/23/poland-installs-anti-drone-system-on-belarus-border-amid-rising-security-fears
https://www.polskieradio.pl/395/7784/Artykul/3626560,poland-plans-usd-2-bn-antidrone-shield-along-eastern-border
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/4074389-poland-prepares-counterdrone-system-on-eastern-border.html (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
29 Dec 25. Laser-based Iron Beam air defence system delivered to Israel’s defence ministry. The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D) and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems have announced the delivery the first Iron Beam laser system to the IDF this morning at an official ceremony held at Rafael’s headquarters in northern Israel. The system, which during trials has intercepted rockets, mortars, and UAVs, will be integrated into the IAF and incorporated into Israel’s multi-layered aerial defence array as a complementary capability to the Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow systems according to Rafael. The Iron Beam system includes a high-power laser system designed to counter various aerial threats. The system features an advanced laser source and a unique electro-optical targeting system, enabling the interception of a wide range of targets at an enhanced operational range, with maximum precision and superior efficiency – all at a negligible marginal cost, which constitutes the laser system’s primary advantage, said the company in a press release. The R&D Unit within the Ministry’s DDR&D has spearheaded the system’s development in recent years, working alongside the primary contractor, Rafael. Additional partners include Elbit Systems as well as other defense industries, including SCD and Shafir Systems.
For more information: https://www.rafael.co.il/news/rafael-delivers-1st-operational-high-power-laser-system-iron-beam-to-the-idf/ (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
02 Jan 26. India’s Apollo Microsystems “given access to DRDO laser counter-UAS research.” Apollo Micro Systems, a Hyderabad-based aerospace and defence firm, reports it has secured a government Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) approval to access Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) systems technologies from two DRDO entities: DRDO’s CHESS facility (Hyderabad) and IRDE facility (Dehradun). According to media reports, the approvals are for two distinct transfers of technology (ToT) relating to Laser-based Directed Energy Weapon systems and EO Tracking System. This will allows Apollo AMS to develop laser-based tracking and counter-UAS weapon systems
For more information: https://idrw.org/apollo-micro-systems-secures-drdo-technology-transfer-approvals-for-directed-energy-weapon-systems/ (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
30 Dec 25. Applied Energetics reports first outdoor tests of its USPL laser C-UAS system. Applied Energetics, an ultrashort pulse laser (USPL) and directed-energy technologies company, has announced the completion of its first outdoor testing event of the company’s next-generation USPL laser subsystem.
“The outdoor test series evaluated laser performance across key metrics including beam quality, atmospheric propagation, target engagement and sensor kill, and stability under environmental stresses such as wind and temperature variation,” said the company in a press release. “Data collected during these events validates the subsystem’s ability to maintain performance while operating in field conditions representative of future military applications.”
“This first outdoor test event is a major step forward for Applied Energetics,” said Chris Donaghey, Chief Executive Officer of Applied Energetics. “Successfully demonstrating the performance of our ultrashort pulse laser subsystem in a relevant environment shows that our technology is maturing and is on a clear path toward fieldable directed-energy solutions. I’m incredibly proud of the Applied Energetics team and the relentless effort that brought us to this important milestone.”
The company will use insights from this event to further refine system design, integrate with advanced beam-director architectures, and prepare for upcoming demonstrations with defence customers. For more information: www.appliedenergetics.com (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
05 Jan 26. Northrop Grumman and 4iG Space and Defence Technologies sign MOU to work on C-UAS. Northrop Grumman and 4iG Space and Defence Technologies have signed a new memorandum of understanding that aims to deepen cooperation and collaboration in the world of counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), space and advanced weapons technology and manufacturing.
“This collaboration with 4iG Space and Defence Technologies reinforces our commitment to expanding space and defence capabilities through trusted trans-Atlantic partnerships,” said Steve O’Bryan, Northrop’s corporate vice president and global business development officer.
“Our combined expertise will deliver the speed, precision and resilience needed for today’s and tomorrow’s security challenges.”
This collaboration seeks to use the industry expertise of both companies to strengthen and uplift the US technological leadership and advancement while simultaneously enhancing Europe’s sovereign industrial base. The MOU also hopes to enhance NATO’s capabilities through prioritising rapid innovation between the companies and respective nations.
“Defence industry relations between the United States and Hungary play a key role within the NATO alliance,” said Dr István Sárhegyi, CEO at 4iG.
“The collaboration with Northrop Grumman, one of America’s leading defence companies, marks an important milestone in strengthening these ties.”
“I am proud that this cooperation positions Hungary as a European partner and hub for selected technologies, contributing not only to the development of the Hungarian defence industry, but to Europe’s defence capabilities as a whole.” (Source: PR Newswire)
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