Unmanned Systems: Air, Ground & Maritime
Unmanned systems across all domains: aerial, ground and maritime drones in defence and security.
FPV drones as a “revolution in military affairs”: Major General Jacob Benjo warns armies
For Israeli Major General Jacob Benjo, FPV drones are neither merely a new weapon nor just a new approach. In his analysis he describes a 40-kilometre-deep combat zone, falling costs per strike and armies that have not yet recognised the change.
Patria and ACC Innovation sign cooperation on military drone based on Thunder Wasp GT
A heavy quadcopter from Sweden is to receive a military variant. Patria contributes its experience in unmanned systems and operations, ACC Innovation the platform – the first phase of a new partnership for a military drone.
Drone technology every few weeks: the Netherlands opens the Quick Response Drone Facility
Testing and fielding new drone technology every few weeks: this is why the Dutch Ministry of Defence has created the QRDF. Minister Ruben Brekelmans points to Ukraine and calls on the partners to develop a detection system against interceptor drones.
Military drones repaired in the field: Ukraine approves mobile drone workshops
The more military drones fly at the front, the more of them need maintenance. Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has therefore approved mobile container workshops – the full version is called “Nebokray 01”.
Military drones from China: “Jiutian SS-UAV” drone mothership to launch more than 100 small drones
Chinese state television has presented the “SS-UAV”, a 15-tonne drone mothership. Among military drones it stands out for its missile payload and more than 100 small drones – and could be intended as a first-strike weapon.
Underwater drone R7 Compact ROV: Belgian Navy tests Exail system at “Spanish Minex”
At the mine countermeasures exercise “Spanish Minex”, Exail's new R7 Compact ROV underwater drone had to prove itself under operational conditions. Belgium has been using six of them since April – in addition to its REMUS drones.
Sea drones from Ukraine: military intelligence service GUR presents Magura V7 as successor to the V5
The larger Magura V7 follows the Magura V5: GUR's sea drones are getting heavier, gaining range and carrying missiles. At the same time, Ukraine is looking for export customers for the Seawolf, and Russia is planning its own naval regiments with unmanned systems.
Underwater drones from Helsing: AI system Lura to monitor the oceans with the SG-1 Fathom glider
With Lura and SG-1 Fathom, Helsing aims to reshape maritime surveillance: underwater drones in swarms, an acoustic AI model and a single operator. The system has already been demonstrated in Portsmouth, and deployment is planned for this year.
Loitering munition for the Bundesheer: Austrian defence ministry plans procurement
After attending a demonstration in Slovenia, Austria's defence ministry is working on introducing loitering munitions. According to the Bundesheer, the choice of effectors is still open – procurement is planned within the next few years.
Interceptor drone Blaze: Riga-based Origin Robotics unveils autonomous interceptor
With Blaze, Latvian start-up Origin Robotics aims to close gaps in ground-based air defence. The portable interceptor drone relies on radar, AI-supported computer vision and a fragmentation warhead.
Cruise missile S8000 Banderol: Ukrainian intelligence reveals details of Russia's low-cost weapon
For weeks, little more than the propulsion and speed of the new Russian system striking the Odesa region was known. Now the GUR has released data on the Banderol cruise missile's warhead, range, carriers and Western components.
Loitering munition in live test: Bundesheer delegation at demonstration in Slovenia
For two days, manufacturers showcased loitering munitions and the means to counter them at the Slovenian training area of Poček. Among the numerous military delegations was one from the Austrian Armed Forces (Bundesheer).
Quantum Systems funding round raises 160 million euros – Balderton Capital leads
Fresh capital for Quantum Systems: alongside existing backers, Hensoldt and Airbus Defence and Space are among the investors in the funding round. The money is to go into expansion, production, drone systems, software and AI.