DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-uncrewed systems (CUxS) technology, today announces it is significantly expanding its research and development (R&D) operations in the United States.
This move emphasizes DroneShield’s commitment to expand its R&D and testing capabilities and will result in more than doubling its workforce in the U.S. Over 30% of the new roles will be dedicated to software development and further strengthening its artificial intelligence (AI) team and capabilities.
As part of this strategic investment, DroneShield will be adding a second location to its U.S. headquarters in Virginia, reinforcing its dedication to breakthrough technology and better positioning the team to meet rapidly growing global demand for advanced CUxS solutions.
This U.S. expansion follows the company’s recent announcement of its expansion of production facilities in Australia and new office established in the European Union. DroneShield’s global strategic investments are part of a concerted effort to broaden its international footprint and establish a stronger physical presence near customers in key markets.
“As we continue to scale our operations globally, this expansion in the U.S. plays a crucial role in enhancing our ability to innovate and deliver advanced solutions for the evolving defense industrial base right here in the U.S.,” said Matt McCrann, CEO of DroneShield LLC. “We’re investing in the future of defense, and our growing footprint and impact in the U.S. market directly supports that effort.”
The expanded U.S. facility will enable DroneShield to accelerate its product development cycles and better service its growing customer base. The addition of key personnel to the R&D team will help drive forward-thinking technological advancements and ensure the company remains responsive to the needs of its customers.
“We’re not just expanding our operations, we’re doubling down on our commitment to providing best-in-class counter-drone solutions,” said Tom Branstetter, Vice President of Sales and Business Development, DroneShield LLC. “This investment enables us to be more responsive to the growing needs of our U.S. customers across the various sectors we serve.”
Combined with expanded R&D and planned U.S. production initiatives, the robust growth positions DroneShield to support U.S. Department of Defense’s push for fast, risk-embracing acquisition of cutting-edge counter-drone solutions.
“Expanding our U.S. technology team strengthens our ability to support critical programs and deliver advanced solutions with greater speed and precision. This investment ensures end users benefit from responsive, real-time support and the depth of expertise required for mission success,” said DroneShield’s Chief Product and Technology Officer, Angus Bean.
This expansion supports DroneShield’s bold strategy for global growth. With a commitment to innovation and leadership in counter-UxS technology, DroneShield is positioning itself to meet the increasing global demand for advancing security solutions. These strategic moves ensure that the company remains at the forefront of the industry, ready to address the evolving challenges of an interconnected and rapidly changing world.
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- Hon Pat Conroy, Minister for Defence Industry, has today announced the initial LAND 156 contract awards
- DroneShield has received approximately $5 million in orders, of $16.9 million total
DroneShield (ASX:DRO) is pleased to share the announcement by the Hon Pat Conroy MP, Minister for Defence Industry, regarding the award of a contract under Project LAND 156 to supply handheld counter-drone equipment to the Australian Defence Force.
DroneShield was awarded approximately $5 million of a $16.9 million in contracts (across 11 vendors, including 5 Australian Companies).
The contract involves the provision of portable drone detection and defeat systems designed to support ADF personnel in identifying and mitigating unmanned aerial threats. This procurement forms part of the Commonwealth’s broader initiative to accelerate the acquisition of counter-drone capabilities.
DroneShield will deliver equipment in accordance with the contract terms and project timelines.
In addition to this equipment delivery, DroneShield stands ready to support the ADF as Systems Integration Partner under the broader LAND 156 program. With deep expertise in sensor fusion, electronic warfare, and command-and-control integration, DroneShield is well positioned to contribute to the development of scalable, interoperable counter-drone architectures that meet Defence’s evolving operational requirements.
Hon Pat Conroy MP, Minister for Defence Industry, has commented, ”Australian industry is critical to delivering this technology, and they are demonstrating world leading innovation while creating Australian jobs.”
“We welcome the opportunity to support the Australian Defence Force through Project LAND 156. This contract reflects the growing operational need for portable counter-drone capabilities and DroneShield’s continued role in delivering solutions aligned with Defence requirements,” said DroneShield Chief Executive Oleg Vornik.
“DroneShield’s handheld systems are designed for rapid deployment and ease of use in complex operational environments, offering frontline personnel reliable tools to detect and neutralise hostile drones. The awarded contract builds on DroneShield’s track record of delivering counter-UAS solutions to military and law enforcement customers globally, including in Ukraine.”
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Indianapolis, IN and Warrenton, VA — Pierce Aerospace announced a partnership with C-UAS (Counter-UAS or Counterdrone) industry leader DroneShield, to integrate Pierce Aerospace’s Flight Portal ID, Remote ID technologies into DroneShield’s C-UAS and Command and Control systems, including DroneSentry-C2.
DroneShield, with offices in the United States and Australia, and presence in over 100 countries globally, is a leader in C-UAS technology with a recent recommendation from the U.S. DOD’s Joint C-sUAS Office (JCO) and numerous systems deployed worldwide. DroneShield customers range from the United States Air Force to Australian Defence Force and multiple European defense agencies. The two companies announced a partnership to integrate Pierce Aerospace’s Flight Portal ID, Remote ID technology suite, into DroneShield’s products to provide enhanced situational awareness to DroneShield end users. This integration gives end users advanced UAS identification capabilities that were previously not available. These joint capabilities will be available to customers in 2023.
“We’ve worked with DroneShield for a few years at private and DOD-sponsored C-UAS integration events,” said Aaron Pierce, CEO of Pierce Aerospace. “DroneShield has been a consistent advocate for our capabilities, and their technologies offer a great platform for integration. Their C-UAS systems are proven, and I’m excited to see end users work with an integrated solutions package that pairs radio frequency based detect and defeat, innovative command and control, and our Remote ID and Combat ID capabilities.”
Past Pierce Aerospace and DroneShield work has combined the company’s Remote ID and RF defeat technologies in dismounted, on-the-move, and fixed-site C-UAS experiments. The inclusion of Flight Portal ID’s Remote ID data feeds into DroneShield’s DroneSentry-C2 system enables end users to correlate and positively identify UAS, enhancing security operations by providing a holistic air picture with target discrimination.
“The integration of Flight Portal ID and DroneSentry-C2 provides users with the comprehensive picture needed to deconflict their airspace, maintain safe flight operations for both crewed and uncrewed aircrafts, while also having the real-time intelligence and means necessary to protect that airspace,” commented Matt McCrann, CEO of DroneShield LLC. “It’s a game changer – not only for security and Counter-UAS adoption, but this joint capability also addresses key requirements for effective Unmanned Traffic Management and serves as an enabler of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) initiatives.”
The combined technology has a wide range of end user applications, as Unmanned Traffic Management and C-UAS solutions continue to merge for a number of user segments, across civilian Government, military, and private use cases.
Flight Portal ID, Pierce Aerospace’s UAS Remote ID technology suite, consists of Remote ID receivers, broadcast modules, software, integration capabilities, and remote administration services. Flight Portal ID offers market-leading Remote ID solutions and has an integration service record with nearly a dozen commercial unmanned traffic management (UTM), detect and avoid (DAA), and DoD command and control (C2) and C-UAS systems. Commercial and government solutions are available for integration with C-UAS, UAS OEMs, and UTM providers.
About Pierce Aerospace Inc.
Pierce Aerospace, a Techstars-backed company, is a Remote ID service provider focused on practical and robust integration of Remote ID services into the UAS ecosystem. Pierce Aerospace serves on the Drone Safety Team, ASTM F38 Committee on Unmanned Aircraft Systems, and the FAA’s Remote ID Cohort as an industry leader. Funds from the US Air Force and the State of Indiana support Pierce Aerospace’s Remote ID technology – previously nominated as Indiana’s Innovation of the Year by Techpoint and awarded first place in Remote ID technology at AUVSI’s Xcellence Awards. Pierce Aerospace is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, The Racing Capital of the World. Visit www.pierceaerospace.net.
About DroneShield
DroneShield develops multi-mission, multi-domain Counter-UAS (C-UAS or C-UxS) solutions leveraging RF sensing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Sensor Fusion, and Electronic Warfare expertise.
DroneShield’s solutions provide situational awareness and protect our customers across defense, government, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure worldwide from the threats of unmanned and autonomous systems.
From offices in Sydney, Australia and Warrenton, Virginia and with its team of talented engineers, DroneShield offers both tailored and commercial-off-the-shelf solutions designed for flexible deployments and industry leading performance. To learn more, visithttps://www.droneshield.com/.