Eurosatory 2026: A week of innovation and partnerships. OpenWorks Engineering Ltd exhibited at Eurosatory 2026, one of the world's leading defence and security exhibitions, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives and technology innovators from across the globe. This year, its presence was bigger and bolder than ever. Throughout the event, OpenWorks Engineering Ltd welcomed customers, partners and industry peers to its stand, sharing insights into the latest developments underway at its headquarters in Northumberland, in the North East of England. Here are some of the highlights from a successful week in Paris. Key announcements. Supporting Australia's Land 156 Programme OpenWorks Engineering Ltd announced that OpenWorks has been contracted by Australia's Department of Defence to provide capability to counter small uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) as part of the fast-tracked Land 156 programme. Collaboration with HGH OpenWorks Engineering Ltd also announced a new operational collaboration with HGH, aimed at strengthening passive air surveillance and drone identification capabilities through the integration of complementary technologies. Expanding Its Special Projects Capability In response to increasing demand for complex systems engineering expertise, OpenWorks Engineering Ltd formally launched its Special Projects offering, bringing together specialist skills to develop and deliver novel solutions for unique customer challenges. Equipment partnerships. Collaboration remains central to how OpenWorks Engineering Ltd deliver advanced counter-UAS capability. Throughout Eurosatory 2026 its technology was showcased across several partner stands. Vision Flex was integrated with DroneShield's DroneSentry-C2 platform, providing enhanced visual tracking within a unified, real-time counter-drone operating picture. The system was also featured on the Walaris stand, integrated with their AirScout AI. Meanwhile, Vision Guard was showcased alongside Echodyne's multi-mission radar technology, demonstrating the benefits of combining advanced sensing and visual identification capabilities within layered counter-UAS solutions. OpenWorks Engineering Ltd would like to thank its customers, partners and everyone who took the time to visit its stand during Eurosatory 2026. The conversations and collaborations throughout the week highlighted the continued pace of innovation across the defence sector. OpenWorks Engineering Ltd look forward to returning to Eurosatory in 2028. Follow its updates on LinkedIn.

OpenWorks Engineering secures Bronze in Armed Forces Covenant. OpenWorks has achieved Bronze in the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), recognising its commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The Employer Recognition Scheme highlights organisations that actively support members of the Armed Forces community through their policies, culture, and employment practices. Achieving the Bronze Award demonstrates OpenWorks' pledge to upholding the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Armed Forces Covenant represents a promise across the UK: that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, along with their families, should be treated fairly and with respect in civilian life. Employers play a vital role in this commitment by recognising the unique skills and resilience that service personnel, reservists, and veterans bring to the workforce. At OpenWorks, OpenWorks Engineering Ltd value the experience and mindset developed through military service. The ability to operate under pressure, collaborate effectively, and deliver with precision mirrors the approach OpenWorks Engineering Ltd take in engineering its dynamic products every day. Receiving the Bronze Award marks an important milestone and reflects its intention to actively support the Armed Forces community as part of its wider commitment to responsible and inclusive employment. OpenWorks Engineering proudly supporting those who serve.

DroneShield expands C2 interoperability through partnership with OpenWorks Engineering optical sensors. 24 March 2026 - DroneShield, a global leader in counter-unmanned systems (CUxS) solutions, today announced interoperability between DroneSentry-C2 command-and-control (C2) software, and optical sensing technologies from OpenWorks Engineering. The partnership strengthens DroneShield's ability to unify multi-domain sensor inputs within a single operational C2 environment, delivering enhanced detection, tracking, and decision superiority for end users. OpenWorks Engineering is a UK-based technology company specializing in advanced optical sensor systems and imaging solutions for defense, security, and industrial applications. With a heritage rooted in delivering modular, high-resolution optical sensing for challenging environments, OpenWorks remains focused on precision detection, identification, and continuous tracking of airborne objects. Interoperability with OpenWorks Engineering optical sensors adds another high-value option to DroneShield's ecosystem, enabling customers to enhance visual detection, tracking, and identification capabilities within a single, cohesive command-and-control environment. DroneSentry-C2 as the operational anchor. While additional sensors enhance coverage, operational advantage is achieved at the command-and-control layer. DroneSentry-C2 serves as the authoritative decision engine that combines and prioritizes inputs across RF, optical, and other supported modalities. Within the DroneSentry-C2 platform, powered by its SensorFusion engine sits DroneShield's proprietary DroneOptID, an AI-driven machine vision capability designed to deliver autonomous visual detection, validation, and tracking of drone threats using optical sensors such as OpenWorks. DroneOptID enhances the common operating picture by providing real-time visual confirmation once a drone is detected and cued by the broader sensor network. DroneOptID automatically slews the camera to the target, validates the threat, and maintainspersistent tracking using advanced machine learning, without requiring manual or continuous operator input. DroneOptID also assists in assessing payload indicators, modifications, and countermeasure effectiveness, while securely storing video for post-event review and forensic analysis, strengthening layered airspace security across the DroneSentry-C2 ecosystem. Rather than presenting operators with parallel systems or fragmented dashboards, DroneSentry-C2 provides a unified operational interface where sensor data is fused, contextualized, and prioritized in real time, with DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise enabling coordinated oversight across geographically dispersed and enterprise-scale deployments. "Operators need clarity, not complexity," said Angus Bean, DroneShield's Chief Product Officer. "Expanding our ecosystem with additional optical sensing technologies from OpenWorks Engineering gives customers more options to tailor their deployments, while SensorFusionAI ensures all inputs are combined into a clear, operational picture." "Collaboration with DroneShield enhances channels through which intelligent and autonomous vision systems from OpenWorks can be deployed. We share DroneShield's approach to modularity, creating configurable ecosystems of technology that are interoperable with end-users' existing systems. We look forward to further strengthening our relationship with DroneShield throughout 2026," stated James Cross, Chief Commercial Officer for OpenWorks. A growing marketplace for airspace security. DroneShield's expanding ecosystem reflects a broader vision: creating a marketplace of interoperable technologies that empowers operators to configure, evolve, and scale their CUxS capabilities over time. By prioritizing open architecture, interoperability, and AI-driven intelligence, DroneShield is positioning its platform as the foundation for layered, multi-sensor airspace security strategies, without constraining customers to a single hardware pathway. This ecosystem model supports procurement flexibility, accelerates deployment timelines, and aligns with the realities faced by defense, security, and public safety organizations operating in rapidly changing threat environments. Mission-Aligned innovation in action. The evolving threat landscape requires more than policy - it demands action. Explore how DroneShield technology supports operational readiness and trusted defense outcomes. Date Mar 24