Counter-Drone companies in Europe

CERBAIRMontrouge, France · 1-50

Develops radio frequency counter-drone systems for armed forces, government institutions and critical infrastructure operators, covering detection, identification and neutralisation of hostile UAVs.

HYDRA

A radio frequency drone detection system that analyses electromagnetic spectrum signatures to identify drones and their remote controllers. Available in three variants (HYDRA 100, 200 and 300) with detection ranges up to 7 km, it operates in stationary, mobile and vehicle-integrated configurations. Its algorithms are tuned to drone-specific RF signatures, keeping false alarm rates low by filtering out birds and other aircraft. HYDRA has been navalized for integration aboard French Navy patrol vessels.

MEDUSA

A multi-band digital jamming system that neutralises drones by disrupting radio frequency communications across eight frequency bands spanning 400 MHz to 6 GHz. The primary model, MEDUSA 150, covers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and VHF/UHF protocols and is compact enough for rapid deployment in stationary, mobile or vehicle-mounted roles. Multiple MEDUSA units can be combined to extend coverage across larger areas.

CHIMERA

A combined detection and jamming system designed for the self-protection of mobile units, vehicles and convoys. The CHIMERA 200 offers omnidirectional and directional RF detection within a 1.5 km radius and can emit jamming across up to five frequency bands simultaneously. Its modular, vehicle-integrable design allows it to transition between embarked and disembarked operations without interruption.

Harmattan AIParis, France · 11-50

Builds autonomous drones, synthetic aperture radar payloads and counter-UAS intercept systems for NATO governments, with vertically integrated manufacturing in France.

OpenWorks EngineeringUnited Kingdom

Builds counter-drone net capture systems and autonomous electro-optical targeting platforms for military and government security operations.

Origin RoboticsRiga, Latvia · 11-50

Builds man-portable autonomous drones for counter-UAS interception and drone-launched precision strike, serving European armed forces and NATO allies.

Robin Radar SystemsThe Hague, Netherlands · 51-200

Builds 3D radar systems that detect, track and classify small flying objects — birds, bats and drones — for military, airport, wind farm and critical infrastructure customers worldwide.

Advanced Protection SystemsWarsaw, Poland · 50-100

Builds counter-drone systems and 3D MIMO radars used by military forces, airports and critical infrastructure operators to detect, track and neutralise small aerial threats.

Nordic Air DefenceStockholm, Sweden · 1-50

Patent-pending interceptor system for high-speed aerial threat neutralization. Costs 10x less than conventional solutions with software-first approach.

SensofusionVantaa, Finland · 11-50

Builds passive RF drone detection systems and counter-UAS platforms for military and law enforcement customers worldwide.

Tytan TechnologiesMunich, Germany · 51-200

Builds AI-powered autonomous interceptor drones for counter-UAS operations, designed to detect, track and neutralise drone threats at scale for European armed forces.

TYTAN Interceptor METIS

A high-speed expendable interceptor drone targeting NATO Class II UAV threats. Reaching 350 km/h with a 25 km range and 5,000 m altitude ceiling, METIS uses onboard AI and computer vision to autonomously detect, track and neutralise hostile drones via direct kinetic hit. The system is containerised for mobile or vehicle-mounted deployment and is designed for mass-production at low cost per engagement.

Autonomous Teaming SolutionsPotsdam, Germany · 11-50

Builds AI software and systems for autonomous drone teaming, counter-UAS and ISR across land, air and sea domains.

Frankenburg TechnologiesTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

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.

INLEAP PhotonicsHannover, Germany · 1-10

Builds ultra-fast laser beam steering systems for counter-drone defence and high-speed industrial laser manufacturing, developed as a spin-off from Laser Zentrum Hannover.

DefSecIntel SolutionsTallinn, Estonia · 51-100

Builds autonomous surveillance platforms, counter-drone systems and unmanned surface vessels for border security and military force protection.

EIRSHIELD

Mobile all-terrain Ultra Short Range Air Defence (USHORAD) system designed to detect, track and neutralise aerial threats including multirotor and fixed-wing drones. Radars detect drone targets up to 8 km, with radio frequency sensors and electro-optical/infrared cameras for verification and classification. The system can jam radio and GNSS signals and is equipped with soft-kill interceptor drones capable of autonomous maneuvering, as well as hard-kill effectors.

SURVEILSPIRE

Autonomous mobile surveillance platform combining long-range AI-assisted camera missions with an integrated unmanned aerial inspection system. The lightweight platform can conduct fully automated operations for weeks without field operators, in different weather conditions, with multiple communication variants providing constant real-time access to mission data.

CAIMAN

Vehicle-mounted rapid surveillance and situational awareness system designed for ultra-fast reconnaissance missions. CAIMAN installs on a 4x4 pickup truck and can operate while driving, with AI-assisted software enabling operators to instantly detect and classify land and aerial threats. Suited for border security, coastal monitoring, forest patrols and urban special missions.

EUROMITE

Modular unmanned surface vessel designed for coastal surveillance, covert operations and autonomous patrolling. The 8.5-metre vessel is equipped with adaptive AI-assisted navigation and offers an operational range of over 800 km. The hull is built in partnership with Baltic Workboats.

Gibson RoboticsUnited Kingdom · 1-10

Scotland-based developer of autonomous counter-UAS drones, building the Red Kite fixed-wing drone hunter with patented net capture mechanism and the Shadow Hawk aerial defence platform for critical national infrastructure protection.

KvertusIvano-Frankivsk, Ukraine · 201-500

Develops and manufactures electronic warfare and signals intelligence systems for UAV detection, suppression and protection of Ukrainian armed forces personnel and infrastructure.

Marduk TechnologiesTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

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

Metis AerospaceUnited Kingdom · 11-50

Builds radio frequency-based drone detection systems and signals intelligence sensors for airports, military, prisons and critical infrastructure operators.

TrackDeepTallinn, Estonia · 1-50

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

AaroniaStrickscheid, Germany · 51-200

Builds RF spectrum analysers and the AARTOS counter-drone detection and defence system, used by militaries and critical infrastructure operators worldwide.

Alta AresParis, France · 11-50

Alta Ares builds AI-powered defence autonomy systems, spanning interceptor drones, ISR video intelligence, MLOps tooling and autonomous guidance software for unmanned platforms.

Black Bird

Mid- to long-range fixed-wing interceptor optimized for high-speed, long-distance interception missions, with turbojet propulsion and AI terminal guidance.

X-Lock

Short- to mid-range rotary-wing interceptor designed to track and intercept multiple threats in real time for airspace security in high-risk areas.

Pixel Lock C-UAS

AI-powered counter-UAS system for real-time drone detection, tracking and interception using multi-sensor fusion and GNSS-free autonomous guidance.

Gamma ISR

Offline real-time video intelligence software that turns live feeds into actionable detections for threats such as tanks, IFVs and infantry on drones, cameras and optronics.

DedroneKassel, Germany · 51-200

Builds counter-drone systems that detect, track and neutralise unauthorised UAVs for military, government and critical infrastructure operators across 35+ countries.

OSL TechnologyReading, United Kingdom · 51-200

Develops layered integrated security solutions and counter-drone technologies for critical site protection. Specializes in AI-powered threat detection systems.

FACE

AI-powered command and control platform that fuses data from 70+ sensor types across 45+ vendors into a single interface, processing over 400 concurrent threat decisions in real-time per site.

SKYSIGHT

AI-enabled optical detection system combining fixed wide-angle and PTZ cameras to autonomously detect, track, and classify drones, vehicles, and personnel without continuous operator monitoring.

Counter-Drone Integrated System

Layered security architecture combining RF sensors, 360-degree radar, directional radar, EO/IR cameras, and INSIGHT AI analytics to detect and track unauthorised drones across airports and critical sites.

Adler Armory GroupOpole, Poland · 11-50

Licensed special trade company providing weapons, ammunition, anti-drone systems, unmanned combat vehicles and biometric identification devices for military and law enforcement. Operates subsidiary brands including Adler Protect and Military FutureTech.

Advanced Radar TechnologiesMadrid, Spain · 11-50

Madrid-based radar manufacturer spun out of the Technical University of Madrid in 2010, building 3D radars and airspace software for drone and artillery detection. Won the Spanish MoD's RAPER persistent aircraft approach radar contract.

Aicox SolucionesMadrid, Spain · 11-50

Madrid-based defence SatCom integrator supplying X, Ka, and Ku band satellite terminals for vehicular, naval, and aeronautical military platforms. Also builds RF frequency inhibitors, tactical LTE demonstrators, and command and control systems.

AirsecCzech Republic · 11-50

Airsec designs and integrates counter-drone detection systems combining radar, RF scanning, EO/IR video analytics, command-and-control software and support services.

Micro-Doppler Radars

High-precision radar layer with AI processing for detecting and classifying drones.

RF Scanners

Radio-frequency sensing layer for detecting malicious or unauthorized drones through RF emissions.

EO/IR Video Detection

Electro-optical and infrared video detection using AI-driven software for optical detection, classification and tracking.

Multi-Layer Counter-Drone Protection

Combined radar, RF, optical and software architecture for building a fused airspace picture.

Alpine EagleMunich, Germany · 1-50

Builds airborne air-to-air counter-UAS systems that detect, track and intercept hostile drones using networked airborne sensors and interceptors.

Sentinel

Sentinel is an airborne counter-UAS platform that detects, tracks and intercepts hostile drones before they reach their target. It coordinates multiple airborne assets — Sentry sensor platforms, Sparrowhawk interceptors, and the Sentinel OS operating system — through a single unified software layer. Real-time sensor fusion from active and passive sensors enables threat detection and classification at range, with edge processing to minimise response latency. The architecture is modular and can be deployed as a complete capability or integrated with existing radar, C2 and ground-based air-defence systems.

AP-FLYERKielce, Poland · 11-50

Builds counter-drone detection and jamming systems under the MADDOS brand, combining passive RF sensors, 4D radar and jammers with own-manufactured VTOL observation drones. Active in the C-UAS market since 2015.

ArgonianCluj-Napoca, Romania · 11-50

Argonian develops European air-safety and UAS-management technology, including Drone Detection as a Service and the Flux U-space/UTM platform.

Argonian DOME

Drone Detection as a Service network for real-time visibility into UAS operations across controlled and uncontrolled airspace.

Argonian FLUX

U-space Service Provider and UTM platform implementing Network Identification, Geo-Awareness, Flight Authorization, Traffic Information and Conformance Monitoring.

Real-Time UAS Detection Network

Passive RF sensor deployment with live drone and pilot position, altitude and trajectory data, Remote ID readiness and multi-institutional access controls.

Flight Authorization Workflow

Digital approval workflows for UAS operations with automated routing to authorities and multi-stakeholder coordination.

ArmaTechKungsbacka, Sweden · 1-10

Nordic defence and law-enforcement systems supplier founded in 1996, now part of the Defensor Group. Operates its own ATX Training facility in Kungsbacka and builds and integrates C-UAS and tactical equipment for Nordic military and police customers.

Atlas Innovative TechnologiesLondon, United Kingdom · 1-10

London defence startup building Chimaera counter-UCAV autonomous defence system, Arachnet jam-resistant tactical mesh network, and QCER RF energy-harvesting module. Selected for NATO DIANA 2026 cohort in advanced communications.

AURYN AeroRome, Italy · 1-10

Rome-based aerospace startup founded in 2017 developing reusable aerial target drones for cost-efficient counter-UAS training. Its AY-44Q Zombie platform withstands 10+ engagements before full overhaul, addressing the cost of live-fire C-UAS exercises.

BHE Bonn Hungary ElectronicsBudapest, Hungary

Hungarian designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave systems for defence, aerospace and mobile industries. Products include wideband amplifiers, radar front-ends, jammers, drone detection modules and SDR platforms. Founded 1991, NATO DIANA test centre host.

BlueSpace TechnologyBragadiru, Romania · 51-200

Romanian defence company developing TEMPEST shielded electronics, drone jamming systems, and the VLAH 4x4 armoured combat vehicle. Only private TEMPEST producer in Eastern Europe certified by NATO.

BROSWARMVilnius, Lithuania · 1-10

Holographic radar technology for drone detection and landmine clearance. NATO Innovation Challenge winner.

Cambridge AerospaceCambridge, United Kingdom · 1-50

Interceptor missile systems including Skyhammer and Starhammer. Advanced missile defence and interception technology.

Copenhagen Sensor TechnologyHerlev, Denmark · 51-200

Privately held Danish electro-optics manufacturer founded in 2001. Builds rugged multi-spectral cameras for remote weapon stations, close-in weapon systems, fire control, and counter-UAS, with Thales among its customers.

CPM ElettronicaRome, Italy

Designs and manufactures RF jamming systems and counter-drone equipment for military, law enforcement and critical infrastructure protection worldwide.

CRFSCambridge, United Kingdom · 51-200

Cambridge Radio Frequency Systems designs RF sensors and spectrum-monitoring software for defence and national security, built around the RFeye Node sensor that covers up to 40 GHz. Over 4,600 sensors deployed across 319 organisations on six continents.

Crown Cyber DefenceHelsinki, Finland · 1-50

Delivers modular non-kinetic, AI-powered drone defence systems with real-time detection, signal control, and autonomous threat response. Their ONYKS™ Solution provides unified airspace security platform.

CRW Telesystem-MeskoLubiczow, Poland · 51-200

R&D centre specialising in optoelectronic and electronic components for portable anti-aircraft systems. Developed the Kusza system capable of launching Piorun, Grom and Stinger missiles from a single platform.

DAT-CONPolzela, Slovenia

Slovenian manufacturer of mobile, stationary and portable surveillance systems for border, perimeter and critical infrastructure protection. Founded 1992 in Polzela, technology deployed by Frontex in air, coastal and land border protection missions.

DefTechBanská Bystrica, Slovakia

DefTech is a Slovak defense company founded in 2014, developing unmanned aerial vehicles and ground-based military systems. The company produces the Wolf 25 AD air defense system equipped with AESA radar capable of tracking 150 targets simultaneously, along with tactical armored vehicles. DefTech is investing €42 million in a production facility near Banská Bystrica.

DilectroWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Supplies unmanned aircraft, anti-drone systems and integration software for business and public administration clients. One of the oldest B2B drone suppliers in Poland, operating since 2011.

Drone BandLondon, United Kingdom · 1-10

UK counter-drone company building the Crown, a sub-100-gram 3D-printed FPV drone attachment that physically captures rogue multirotor drones mid-air without jamming or pyrotechnics. Patents pending in the UK, Hong Kong, EU and US.

Drone Rescue SystemsGraz, Austria · 11-50

Autonomous parachute recovery systems for multicopter drones weighing 2-25 kg. Non-pyrotechnic deployment in seconds at low altitude, used in military and security UAS operations for payload protection and controlled landing.

DroneZoneItaly · 1-10

Italian counter-drone company that designed and manufactures the S.EN.T.IN.EL direction-finding system, covering 0-6 GHz and Wi-Fi 2.4/5.8 GHz bands to detect and classify commercial UAS. Has run C-UAS operations with the Italian Air Force, including protecting the Italy-Israel Nations League match.

EAGLE.ONEPrague, Czech Republic · 11-50

Autonomous counter-drone interceptor system that detects, tracks and neutralizes hostile drones using AI navigation and modular interception payloads including nets and rockets. Operates in GNSS-denied environments for airport, military and critical infrastructure protection.

Edinburgh Drone CompanyHaddington, United Kingdom · 1-10

Scottish UAS specialist that designs, manufactures and trains on drone and counter-drone systems, most recently launching the HAMMER fixed-wing attack drone with Aero Solutions for UK and allied forces. Operates a manufacturing and test facility in Haddington, East Lothian.

EGIDEParis, France · 1-10

Builds mass-deployable drone interceptors for counter-UAV and counter-USV missions. Founded in 2025 by former MBDA engineers, raised €8M seed from Eurazeo and Expeditions to develop AI-driven, low-cost effectors priced at a fraction of traditional air defence missiles.

ElevonXLesce, Slovenia

Slovenian manufacturer of long-endurance VTOL and fixed-wing UAVs for land and naval operations, including CBRN missions. Also develops drone detection and jamming systems and produces high-performance composite components.

ENS DynamicsZug, Switzerland · 1-10

Swiss counter-drone startup developing the WASP autonomous kinetic interceptor system to defeat Group 1-2 UAVs. Founded by former Rheinmetall Skyranger lead engineer, tested with Armasuisse in alpine conditions. HIVE launcher stacks 64 interceptors controlled by one operator.

EraserMarupe, Latvia · 11-50

Military drone manufacturer producing kamikaze, reconnaissance and interceptor UAVs on a modular platform. Spun out of BELSS in 2024, builds 1,500 drones per month for Latvia's MoD and the NATO Drone Coalition for Ukraine.

EVPÚ DefenceUherské Hradiště, Czech Republic · 51-200

Czech designer and manufacturer of electro-optical surveillance systems and pan-tilt positioners for long-range ISR, naval and ground platforms. Has delivered over 600 electro-optical systems to 40 countries and also markets the LAWAREC counter-UAS solution.

ExavisionMilhaud, France · 11-50

Optronic surveillance systems for defence and homeland security, including day/IR cameras, automated turrets, and an integrated C-UAV system combining radar, optronic sensors, and non-lethal effectors. Based in Milhaud near Nimes.

HADES Defense SystemsSofia, Bulgaria

Bulgarian maker of unmanned aerial systems, counter-UAS and ISR radars. Products include the NEM-600 jet-propelled kamikaze UAV, VTOL/quadcopter platforms, soft- and hard-kill counter-drone systems with a patented 57mm rocket, and scalable radars for C-RAM and early warning.

HiraiwaBrussels, Belgium · 1-10

European defence company that develops symmetric and low dependency systems against unmanned threats, focusing on AI-powered anti-drone solutions for military and civilian strategic installations.

HologardeParis, France

Hologarde is a French counter-drone specialist created by Groupe ADP to monitor low-altitude airspace and protect sensitive sites using drone detection and identification systems.

IES - Ingegneria Elettronica SistemiAnzio, Italy · 11-50

Anzio-based designer and integrator of telecommunications and surveillance systems for military air, land, naval, space and cyber domains, founded in 1990. Its catalogue includes day/night imaging systems and a C-UAS system, and it is upgrading the NATO VLF transmission station in Tavolara.

InflatechRoudnice nad Labem, Czech Republic · 11-50

Czech manufacturer of inflatable military decoys mimicking tanks, launchers, aircraft and naval targets with matching optical, radar and infrared signatures. Approved NATO supplier (NCAGE 6912G) founded in 2014 with a catalogue including T-90, Leopard 2A4, M142 HIMARS and F-16 replicas.

Tanks and IFV Decoys

Inflatable replicas of tanks and infantry fighting vehicles, including models such as Leopard, Abrams, T-series tanks, BMP and BTR platforms.

Launchers and Radar Decoys

Decoys for air-defence, launcher and radar systems such as HIMARS, MLRS, PATRIOT, PANTSIR and other high-value battlefield assets.

Military Truck Decoys

Inflatable truck and support-vehicle decoys for logistics, command, communications and battlefield deception scenarios.

Fighter Aircraft Decoys

Airfield deception products representing fighter aircraft and aviation assets, including visual signature replication for training and operational deception.

JISR InstitutePrague, Czech Republic · 11-50

Czech C4ISR and electronic warfare company developing ISRMAN, SYMON/LEMON COMINT-ELINT systems and the ANDROMEDA counter-drone suite. Combat-proven with the Czech Armed Forces and supplier to NATO customers.

LiveLink AerospaceUnited Kingdom · 11-50

UK counter-drone company building the Air Intelligence System with PDAR passive RF detection (70 MHz to 6 GHz), Hera long-range cameras, Apollo acoustic direction finding, and Orion autonomous drone defeat effectors. Clients include the British Royal Navy, MOD and Civil Aviation Authority.

LTMilTechVilkija, Lithuania · 1-10

Lithuanian manufacturer of combat-tested FPV drones and integrated defence solutions combining radar networks, perimeter sensors, anti-drone systems, and C4 command centers.

MBF GroupWarsaw, Poland · 51-200

Publicly listed defence technology consortium developing unmanned aerial systems and counter-UAS platforms. Leads the IRYDA PLUS programme, a reusable kinetic interceptor UAV designed to neutralise hostile drones and swarms.

MC2 TechnologiesVilleneuve-d'Ascq, France · 51-200

Develops anti-drone jamming systems and counter-RCIED solutions from its microwave and nanotechnology expertise. Its NEROD-RF rifle jammer is fielded by French armed forces, and the SPART intelligent jammer equips French Navy commandos.

MyDefenceNørresundby, Denmark · 51-200

Develops advanced Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems for drone detection, tracking, and mitigation. Provides comprehensive solutions to protect military and civilian operations.

Wingman 103/105

A 1.1 kg wearable RF drone detector with passive sensing across 200 MHz to 6 GHz, detecting drones at up to 6 km range in under 10 seconds with 14 hours battery life and ATAK integration.

Pitbull 101

A 1.3 kg wearable drone jammer that disrupts control, video, and GNSS signals at up to 1000 meters range, designed for dismounted troops with automatic activation triggered by the Wingman detector.

Dobermann 360

A 14.7 kg perimeter RF jammer providing 360-degree drone jamming coverage for fixed installations and forward operating bases, with collaborative jamming capability across networked units.

Nordic Radar SolutionsEgå, Denmark · 11-50

Danish Ka-band radar manufacturer specialising in weapon scoring, fragmentation analysis, and counter-UAS. Builds the ABISS battlefield scoring system, the WFMS warhead fragmentation measurement system, and contributes Ka-band tech to the E-CUAS counter-drone project.

NT ServiceKaunas, Lithuania · 51-200

Manufacturer of the EDM4S SkyWiper portable anti-drone system, deployed by Lithuanian, Ukrainian, Romanian, and Nigerian armed forces. Lightweight 6.5kg jammer with 3-5km range.

EDM4S SkyWiper

A 5.5 kg handheld counter-drone jammer that disrupts UAV communications and GPS navigation at ranges up to 5 km, deployed in thousands by the Ukrainian military.

MassAlert

Country-wide emergency warning system using Cell Broadcast technology to send alert messages to all mobile phones in a targeted area within minutes, compatible with 2G/3G/4G networks.

RENS

Remote-controlled explosive neutralization system with fully automated arms for safe disarming of IEDs, UXO, and CBRN devices, operable via wired or wireless control at safe distances.

Optoelectronica 2001Bucharest, Romania · 51-200

Romanian NATO-certified defence technology provider designing and integrating anti-drone systems, unmanned aerial and ground vehicles, PTH explosion igniters and laser processing systems for government and defence customers worldwide. Founded in 2001, the company runs its own R&D program and holds multiple patents.

OscilionKista, Sweden · 11-50

Electromagnetic warfare specialist developing the Astor IV airborne radar jammer and Eclipse counter-UAS systems for Swedish and allied forces. Subsidiary of Scandinavian Astor Group, based in Kista.

OVES EnterpriseCluj-Napoca, Romania

Romanian AI and defence software company developing autonomous drone systems, cruise missiles with Nemesis AI, and the SkyLock AI-based drone interception system.

Piranha TechDrohobych, Ukraine · 51-200

Ukrainian electronic warfare manufacturer producing portable and vehicle-mounted drone jamming systems since 2014. Produces up to 500 EW systems per month including the DF-M modular complex and AVD 360 armoured vehicle protection dome.

PKE PolskaWarsaw, Poland · 51-200

Defence security integrator holding NATO and EU classified information clearances. Provides perimeter security with radar, thermal imaging, CCTV analytics and counter-drone systems for military facilities and critical infrastructure across Poland.

Pro Patria ElectronicsBudapest, Hungary

Hungarian developer of FMCW ground surveillance radars and integrated sensor networks. PGSR-3i Beagle radar family is a leading NATO-deployed system, with the UK MoD ordering 90 units and Estonia procuring passive radars for border protection. Budapest-based with ~50 employees.

PZL DefenceSedziszow Malopolski, Poland · 11-50

Produces military UAVs, anti-drone systems and kamikaze drones. Joint venture between PZL Sedziszow, an energy company and Ukrainian drone specialists, founded in 2025.

QogniflyBucharest, Romania · 11-50

Romanian deep-tech defence company building AI-enabled autonomous UAV and counter-drone systems, including the STUD interceptor drone developed with US partner XDOWN. Raised €2M in 2025 to open a Bucharest production facility targeting 2,000-3,000 interceptors per month against Shahed-type threats.

QuellUnited Kingdom · 11-50

Scotland-based defence AI company with the Deep Truth machine learning framework, the SkySpyke 360-degree passive counter-drone detection system, the WiSAD passive RF surveillance detector and the MASC AI-generated adaptive camouflage pattern generator.

RantelonTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

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

RFenceLille, France · 1-10

Provides radiofrequency monitoring and security solutions for detecting, locating, and analyzing radio wave emitting devices to protect against drones, jamming, and data theft threats.

RISEPORT EuropeHamburg, Germany · 1-10

Develops the ARGOS APS passive counter-drone system using AI-assisted acoustic and optical sensor fusion instead of radar to avoid electronic detection. Designed by soldiers for soldiers with a target price under EUR 100,000 per unit for scalable frontline deployment.

Roark AerospaceLondon, United Kingdom

Provides drone detection services and autonomous defence solutions including counter-UAS systems, with global defence networks spanning 40+ countries.

SenhiveHasselt, Belgium · 1-10

Counter-drone detection company offering passive RF sensors for airspace security and management. Products include SEN-ID for cooperative drone tracking and SEN-ID+ for non-cooperative threat detection at critical infrastructure.

Skygaard Defense SolutionStockholm, Sweden · 11-50

Stockholm counter-drone company delivering detection, identification, tracking and response against unauthorised drones through a Counter-Drone Capability As a Service subscription. Operates a demonstration and training centre at Norrköping Airport.

SkylanceHürth, Germany · 1-10

Counter-drone startup developing the DroneHammer, a laser-guided interceptor missile that neutralises FPV drones at up to 2,000 metres for around EUR 2,500 per shot. Uses CO2-based fragmentation instead of explosives. Pre-series production planned for Q4 2026.

SpartaqsWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures military reconnaissance drones including the Spider Tube ultralight UAV that deploys from an 80mm tube in under 10 seconds. Actively supplies the Ukrainian Armed Forces and builds the XTerminator anti-drone system. Won the Leader of State Security 2018 award.

Sphere DefenseBrussels, Belgium · 1-10

Sovereign European counter-UAS company building jet-powered drone interceptors with AI-driven autonomous guidance. Launched at BEDEX 2026 with kinetic intercept systems designed for critical infrastructure point defence.

SquadronGdansk, Poland · 11-50

Gdansk-based drone and counter-drone company providing UAV training, reconnaissance services and the EGIDA anti-drone protection system. Part of ASEL-TECH consortium.

Squarehead TechnologyOslo, Norway · 51-200

Builds passive acoustic detection arrays for drone, rocket, artillery and mortar threats. Discovair G2 microphone array uses 128 microphones plus optical camera for real-time threat localisation; partner of OSL on Norway's NOK 938M counter-UAS contract.

SteelRock TechnologiesUnited Kingdom · 11-50

UK counter-UAV manufacturer producing the NightFighter family of portable and vehicle-mounted RF jammers, effective against UAVs at ranges beyond 5 km and certified to UK Defence Standards. Systems are in operational service with military and security forces across multiple jurisdictions.

TantalitWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Develops AI-enabled command-and-control software for counter-drone operations, providing sensor fusion, automated targeting and multi-interceptor coordination. Partnered with WB Group and Nordic Air Defence for C-UAS integration in 2025.

TBSSofia, Bulgaria

Bulgarian developer and integrator of defence technologies across land, air and space. Products span space defence systems, anti-drone and jamming solutions, and EOD equipment. BDIA associated member with 20 years of defence trading and production experience.

Terra HexenLodz, Poland · 11-50

Provides integrated drone detection, neutralisation and critical infrastructure audit systems for military and civilian clients. Developed the first proprietary system for auditing critical infrastructure against drone threats.

TigbisVilnius, Lithuania · 1-10

Develops electronic solutions for drone detection and neutralisation, GSM-LTE vehicle surveillance, mesh network monitoring and radio signal interception for government organisations.

TIMTEC DefenseVipava, Slovenia

Slovenian developer of area-denial and situational awareness systems for land, naval, air and space domains. Products include LUCANUS EO-IR stabilised gimbals, M-series gimbals and a 750kg optionally piloted dual-use aircraft for EW and counter-UAS swarm operations.

TRL DronesBrno, Czech Republic · 11-50

Brno-based builder of fully autonomous ISR and counter-UAS platforms including the MATES fixed-wing interceptor and MILADA long-range jet. Systems are GNSS-denied capable, NATO-interoperable and were unveiled at IDET 2025.

unival groupBonn, Germany · 11-50

Develops digital wideband RF jammers and counter-drone systems manufactured in Germany. The modular XWJ2 platform covers vehicle, portable and stationary jamming across 800+ security projects in 90+ countries since 2003.

URC SystemsProstějov, Czech Republic · 51-200

Czech electronic warfare R&D company producing RCIED jammers, counter-UAV systems and reconnaissance-jamming kits used by multiple NATO armed forces. Represents the Czech MoD in NATO EW expert groups.

ViaDrone SWARMWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures European-made drone electronics including flight controllers, motor controllers and GNSS modules, replacing Chinese components in military supply chains.

VirtuaLabsRome, Italy · 11-50

Italian designer and manufacturer of radar, electronic warfare, and counter-drone systems for naval, airborne, ground and space applications. Has delivered over 30 product lines to 23 worldwide customers across 28 years of operation.

VIZGARDLondon, United Kingdom · 1-50

AI computer vision for unmanned systems and counter-unmanned defence. Advanced surveillance and threat detection systems.

WARGdronesHamburg, Germany · 11-50

Autonomous drone systems for explosive ordnance disposal and counter-IED operations. PEREGRINE drone deploys LANCE disruptors from airborne or landed positions with AI-assisted target acquisition. Delivering to Ukrainian forces.

WeMPSRiga, Latvia · 11-50

Engineering firm developing kinetic counter-drone systems that combine computer vision with automated machine-gun interception. Holds an R&D contract with Latvia's Ministry of Defence as part of the country's EUR 10 million counter-drone initiative.

ZVOOKKyiv, Ukraine · 11-50

Builds passive acoustic sensor networks using AI/ML to detect low-altitude cruise missiles, drones, and FPV attacks. Deploys both fixed network sensors across Ukraine and portable tactical units with 150-450 metre detection range. NATO has expressed interest in the technology.