Defence Tech Companies in Estonia

Estonian defence robotics company building unmanned ground vehicles for NATO and allied forces. Maker of the THeMIS multi-role UGV and Type-X robotic combat vehicle, deployed by militaries in over 19 countries.

THeMIS

A modular tracked unmanned ground vehicle for combat support, logistics, and casualty evacuation. Deployed in Ukraine and in service with nine NATO members. The platform weighs around 1,500 kg and can carry payloads up to 750 kg. It supports multiple mission configurations including ISR, route clearance, and CBRN detection. Over 200 units have been delivered to armed forces worldwide.

VECTOR

A robotic combat vehicle that fights alongside tanks and infantry vehicles as an autonomous wingman, delivering IFV-level firepower with no crew on board. VECTOR can be armed with 30mm cannons and anti-tank missiles. It uses AI-based target detection and can operate in GPS-denied environments. Designed to reduce risk to soldiers in high-threat combat zones.

HAVOC

An 8x8 wheeled robotic combat vehicle capable of 110 km/h, carrying up to 5 tonnes of weapons payload including 30mm systems. HAVOC bridges the gap between tracked UGVs and traditional armoured vehicles, offering road speed with cross-country mobility. Its modular architecture supports rapid reconfiguration between anti-armour, air defence, and fire support roles.

Builds secure data exchange platforms, digital identity systems and maritime surveillance infrastructure for governments in 40+ countries, with roots in creating the technology behind e-Estonia.

Designs and manufactures hydrogen fuel cell generators for defence, telecommunications and critical infrastructure, with products battle-tested in active conflict zones and NATO exercises.

Builds jamming-resistant radio communication systems and video intelligence links for UAVs, robotic systems and other unmanned platforms used in contested electromagnetic environments.

Builds GPS-independent autonomy software for drones, enabling UAVs to navigate and operate in GNSS-denied and electronically jammed environments using computer vision and onboard AI.

Develops short-range air-defence interceptor missiles designed for mass production, with a goal of manufacturing at a fraction of the cost and time of conventional systems.

AI-powered cybersecurity platform protecting businesses from malicious bot traffic, scrapers, and automated attacks. Rebranded from BotGuard. EUR45M Series B led by Dawn Capital.

Autonomous ground surveillance and AI-powered intelligence systems for border monitoring, military operations, and critical infrastructure protection. Develops SmartSHIELD situation awareness system featuring Mobile Autonomous Surveillance Platform (MASP) with integrated drone stations and C2ISR software Surveilaiz.

AI-powered drone detection, tracking, and pilot localization platform for critical infrastructure protection and national airspace security.

Manufactures space-qualified cameras and edge AI vision systems for autonomous defence platforms, with 200+ cameras delivered across satellite, rover, and lunar missions.

Develops AI-driven, modular CNC machines and robotic manufacturing solutions for defence and field operations. Produces compact, energy-efficient manufacturing systems for on-site parts production and repair without limits.

Estonian unmanned ground vehicle developer building autonomous robotic platforms for military logistics, reconnaissance, and combat support.

Defence technology company designing and manufacturing military-grade unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) capable of performing various combat support functions. UGVs tested with Estonian Defence Forces and deployed in Ukraine for battlefield medical evacuation.

Estonian shipyard building aluminum naval patrol vessels for the Estonian Navy and international customers. Delivered 200+ vessels to 20+ countries including the Navy 45 WP with remote weapon stations.

Navy 45 WP

A 44.6-metre hybrid aluminium naval vessel with 3,000 nm range, MTU 16V4000 engines reaching 30 knots, and a crew capacity of 28 including a RHIB daughter boat compartment, built for the Estonian Navy.

EUROGUARD USV

A 45-metre semi-autonomous modular surface vessel being developed under the European Defence Fund with 27 partners from 10 countries, featuring autonomous navigation, obstacle detection, and mission-configurable modules, with launch scheduled for 2026.

Pilot 1500 WP

A 15-metre wave-piercing pilot boat with patented hull design that reduces vertical acceleration by 40% and improves fuel economy by up to 30% compared to traditional hulls, delivered in a series of 11 to Denmark.

C2Grid develops advanced deep-tech solutions that transform raw data into actionable knowledge for military operations. A spin-off from Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), the company specializes in near real-time 3D reconstruction from drone/UAV footage, GNSS-free mapping technologies, and multi-spectral imagery processing. Working directly with Ukrainian military units, C2Grid combines top TalTech talent with seasoned defense professionals to improve military decision-making cycles through hyperrealistic 3D mapping and geospatial intelligence.

Estonian robotics company developing advanced energy solutions and power systems for autonomous drones, uncrewed vehicles, and AI-driven sensor analytics.

Swedish-Estonian modular workboat platform for defence, security and industry. Aluminium hull with rail-mounted modules that reconfigure in under ten minutes for border patrol, special operations, SAR and naval support.

Provides comprehensive cyber security training solutions to increase organizational cyber resilience through advanced cyber range technology. NATO-awarded Estonian company offers highly realistic live-fire exercises that simulate real-world cyber attacks.

Wireless AI-powered perimeter surveillance sensors for border and military base protection. Deployed in 30 countries securing NATO and EU external borders. EUR14.7M annual revenue.

Ukrainian-Estonian defence technology startup developing next-generation high-precision ammunition for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles, with GPS-independent targeting capabilities.

Develops and manufactures munitions including anti-tank mines, hand grenades, mortar ammunition and directional fragmentation charges. Framework contract partner for medium- and large-calibre ammunition supply to Estonia worth EUR 30M.

Estonian manufacturer of military training equipment and UAV pneumatic launchers, exporting to over 30 countries worldwide.

Estonian defence electronics company manufacturing intelligent electromechanical devices including blasting systems, drone initiators, and area protection sensors for military and mining applications.

Estonian solid oxide fuel cell developer producing long-endurance power systems for unmanned aerial vehicles, enabling drones to fly 5x longer than lithium batteries.

Estonian military heavy equipment engineering company. Converts CV90 armoured vehicles into eight combat variants and adapts K9 self-propelled howitzers for the Estonian Defence Forces. Operates the country's first privately owned military weapons repair and production facility. Hanwha Aerospace maintenance partner.

Develops cosmic-ray based 3D imaging solutions using muon tomography technology for non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring of critical infrastructure.

Blockchain-based cybersecurity infrastructure securing military, government, and ESA space systems with keyless signature technology.

Designs and develops precision-engineered electro-optical sensor systems for commercial and defence applications, providing stabilized surveillance and targeting platforms with modular system architecture.

Satellite SAR data analytics company using AI to deliver actionable intelligence for defence situational awareness and environmental monitoring.

Estonian IoT solutions company developing connected devices and autonomous platforms for aerospace, logistics, marine, and defence applications.

Builds jamming-resistant ISR drones and aerial target systems for military operators, deployed across Estonia, Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova.

Ghost Dragon ISR

Tactical ISR quadcopter with a thermal and visual-light camera and jamming-resistant radio. Features wide frequency-band hopping radio for resilience against electronic warfare, a narrow-angle thermal camera enabling operation at higher altitudes, georeferenced video output and a GNSS-loss recovery mode that autonomously returns the drone to the pilot if both satellite navigation and datalink are simultaneously lost. Supports a wired antenna extension up to 100 metres from the pilot.

DART fixed-wing aerial target

High-speed fixed-wing aerial target for training with heavy machine guns, anti-aircraft cannons and air defence missiles. Flies at double the speed of conventional glider-type targets with high wind resistance, launches without a catapult and accepts payloads including IR flares and smoke generators. A VTOL variant is available.

Estonian defence tech company developing AI-powered situational awareness and battlefield management systems for NATO forces.

Estonian distributor and solutions provider specializing in commercial drones and unmanned systems, offering wholesale products, training, and technical services.

Develops ultra-realistic, lightweight military decoys for high-value targets including vehicle and weapons system mock-ups for battlefield deception.

Estonian manufacturer of tracked unmanned ground vehicles for demining. Builds an 800 kg gasoline-powered UGV with a patented flail-and-plow system for breaching anti-personnel minefields. NATO DIANA pre-accelerator participant.

Provides lifecycle management, maintenance, repair and overhaul of armoured and combat vehicles including CV9035 infantry fighting vehicles and Patria XA-180 APCs for the Estonian and Latvian Defence Forces. ISO 9001 and AQAP 2110 certified.

Estonian AI company developing autonomous vessel technology with real-time decision-making capabilities for maritime operations and defence applications.

Designs and manufactures electronic systems including electronic warfare equipment, drone detection systems, and RF devices. Provides solutions for defence, security, and industrial sectors.

Develops an autonomous monowheel security robot that uses gyroscopic stabilisation to patrol designated routes around the clock. The single-wheel design navigates narrow corridors and constrained spaces where conventional platforms cannot operate.

Defence AI startup providing artificial intelligence solutions for military applications and strategic defence systems.

Hardware Security Modules and encryption technologies. Advanced cryptographic solutions for defence communications.

Estonian company that develops and manufactures hydrogen-powered drones for emergency response, surveillance, agricultural applications, and infrastructure inspection with extended flight capabilities.

Fixed-wing UAV manufacturer producing the Raybird platform with 28-hour endurance and 2,500km range. Over 1,000 aircraft built, 350,000+ combat flight hours logged across military customers.

Raybird UAS

Fixed-wing tactical reconnaissance UAV with 28+ hours flight endurance, 2,500 km range, and 200+ km real-time video link, catapult-launched from any surface in 15 minutes.

Raybird Catapult Launch System

Mechanical catapult enabling Raybird deployment from any terrain without runways, with parachute and airbag recovery system designed for 200+ mission cycles per airframe.

RF Locator Module

Radio frequency intelligence payload for Raybird that detects and geolocates enemy emitters including air defence systems, electronic warfare units, radars, and communication signals.

Estonian company developing automated wastewater treatment and water reuse systems for off-grid, urban, defence, and emergency applications.

Develops cloud-based satellite mission control software (MCSaaS) and operates a Space Cyber Range for space cybersecurity training. Spin-off of ESTCube-1, Estonia's first satellite mission. Prime contractor for ESA 4S Space Cyber Range and participant in NATO CCDCOE Locked Shields exercises.

Autonomous marine drones for maritime surveillance and defence. Morpheus and Neo platforms carry 180kg payloads, operate at sea state 4 with thermal and sonar sensors, and coordinate as swarms.

Telearmy develops remote teledriving technology that enables vehicles to be driven remotely over long distances via satellite or radio. The system is war-proven in Ukraine and can retrofit any ground vehicle for unmanned operations in logistics, reconnaissance, or evacuation in high-risk zones.

Estonian defence startup developing weapons systems for unmanned and autonomous platforms. Founded in 2025 and backed by Darkstar Ventures, with co-founder Lt Col Sten Allik bringing expertise in emerging military technologies from the Estonian Defence Forces.

Designs and manufactures tactical surveillance drones, electro-optical ISR payloads and pneumatic launcher systems for military forces across 27 countries.

Eos C VTOL

A long-range fixed-wing surveillance and target acquisition UAS with vertical takeoff and landing capability. Weighing 14 kg, it offers up to three hours endurance, a radio line-of-sight range of 50 km and a maximum distance of 190 km. The system operates without GPS in contested environments, features EW-resistant communications and can be deployed by two operators in under four minutes from a 10x10 metre area. It operates between -20C and +50C and up to 4,500 metres altitude.

Develops and operates High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), stratospheric drones at approximately 21km altitude that provide surveillance and connectivity services as a satellite alternative. ESA BIC Estonia alumnus and EDIA member.

Developer of Mixed Reality Situational Awareness Systems providing 360-degree vision capabilities for armoured vehicle crews through camera systems and XR technology for enhanced battlefield awareness.

Wayren develops advanced autonomous systems and robotics solutions for defense and security applications. The company focuses on creating innovative technologies that enhance operational capabilities in challenging environments.