military
Innovation at Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr
The Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr brought warfighters and technologists together to test and demonstrate drone capabilities.
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industry
GA-ASI’s second Blue Magic Netherlands hub doubles European support impact
GA-ASI announced a second Blue Magic Netherlands capability on 18 November to double regional sustainment and support for unmanned systems in Europe.
industry
TEKEVER launches ATLARCTIC with ESA to overhaul maritime and Arctic surveillance
TEKEVER Space has launched the ESA-backed ATLARCTIC project to develop UAS, sensing and communications capabilities for enhanced maritime and Arctic surveillance, supporting European search-and-rescue, environmental monitoring and maritime security.
defense
Helsing equips Eurofighter with AI electronic warfare system
Helsing and Saab Germany will integrate Cirra AI into the Eurofighter Arexis EW suite to improve real-time emitter classification and fighter survivability.
innovation
Drones use thermal imaging to monitor dolphin health
Flinders University validated drone-based infrared thermography, using over 40,000 images and 14 dolphins, to non-invasively measure surface temperature and respiration rates as indicators of dolphin health.
industry
Avon Protection receives European order via NSPA for FM50 respirators
Avon Protection secured a European procurement via NATO’s NSPA to supply FM50 CBRN respirators to allied customers.
central-eastern-europe
Poland extends drone flight ban along Ukraine and Belarus borders
Poland has extended a temporary ban on civilian drone flights along its borders with Ukraine and Belarus to mitigate security risks and protect military and critical infrastructure.
nato
NATO DIANA Picks Record 150 Innovators for 2026 Programme
NATO DIANA has selected a record 150 innovators across ten challenge areas for its 2026 Challenge Programme.
eu
Commission signs grants to launch 62 EDF R&D projects for Defence Readiness 2030
The European Commission has begun signing grant agreements with industrial consortia to kickstart 62 collaborative R&D projects awarded under the 2024 European Defence Fund to advance Defence Readiness 2030 priorities.
war
Poland Expands Drone Ban Near Ukraine and Belarus Borders
Poland has announced an extension of its drone ban along its borders with Ukraine and Belarus, citing security concerns. This decision aims to enhance national security amid ongoing tensions in the region, particularly in light of the conflict in Ukraine.
Local Players
UK Begins Mass Production of SG-1 Fathom Naval Drones for Undersea Surveillance
The UK has initiated mass production of the SG-1 Fathom naval drones, aimed at enhancing the British Navy's undersea surveillance capabilities. These drones are expected to play a crucial role in modern naval operations, contributing to maritime security and intelligence gathering.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Germany Develops Advanced Interceptors for Small Drone Defense
Germany is advancing its defense capabilities against small drones by experimenting with faster and smarter interceptors. These developments aim to enhance the country's ability to counter threats posed by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in various operational environments.