June 24th, 2026
Scientists at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory demonstrated a laser system that can both wirelessly transmit power and counter drone threats. The field test showed the system operating in adverse weather and rapidly switching between missions, highlighting its potential to support expeditionary military operations while reducing reliance on traditional fuel-based power sources.
Red Cat Holdings has introduced Hellcat, a new tactical drone built on its Black Widow platform and designed for defense and security customers worldwide. The system features GPS-denied navigation, modular architecture, extended flight endurance and configurable mission capabilities shaped by battlefield feedback and operational experience.
DroneShield has produced its first EU-manufactured counter-drone systems, marking a key step in expanding its European manufacturing footprint. The move supports regional defense industrial goals, strengthens supply-chain resilience and enables European customers to access locally produced versions of the company's AI-powered CUAS technology
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Aaronia AG launched the AARTOS Hawk T1 at Eurosatory 2026, an airborne drone detection and RF geolocation system that provides real-time tracking of drones and operators from the air, extending the capabilities of traditional ground-based surveillance systems.
Mach Industries has received a Defense Innovation Unit contract to develop Atlas, a runway-independent unmanned strike aircraft for naval and expeditionary operations. Developed with Whisper Aero, the hybrid-electric aircraft is designed to carry a 1,000-pound payload up to 1,400 nautical miles while operating from ships and austere locations with minimal infrastructure.
DroneShield and Defenture have signed a partnership agreement to develop mobile counter-drone defense systems. The collaboration combines DroneShield's counter-UAS technology with Defenture's tactical vehicle platforms to create deployable solutions for military and security customers facing increasing drone threats.
UAS Summit & Expo
October 13-14, 2026
ALERUS CENTER | GRAND FORKS,NORTH DAKOTA
The UAS industry is in the midst of an economic and technological evolution. The 20th annual UAS Summit and Expo—set in Grand Forks, North Dakota, near the heart of some of the most prominent U.S. UAS activity currently happening—is set to showcase and explain the evolution of UAVs while revealing the current state of the commercial UAS industry. It’s the original epicenter of drone research, earned its place as the Silicon Valley of Drones and as you’ll see from the commercial, government and military flight activity filling the sky of the Northern Plains and beyond every day, it has truly become America’s UAS proving grounds.View More
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