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Robin Radar triples its operational capacity with the announcement of its 9,000sqm Delft HQ. * The research, engineering and operations hub expands Robin Radar's capacity for product development, prototyping and industrialisation as the Dutch firm scales rapidly to meet growing demand from global allies. September 28, Delft, Netherlands: Robin Radar Systems officially announces its highly anticipated Delft HQ, a 9,000sqm manufacturing, research, engineering and operations facility in Delft, tripling the company's previous operational capacity and creating one of Europe's largest facilities dedicated to radar development and production just two weeks after the opening of its new operational facility in North Virginia. Three times larger than Robin Radar's previous headquarters, the Delft HQ represents a major expansion of Europe's sovereign defence industrial base at a time when demand for counter-UAS technology is accelerating at an unprecedented rate. Following three consecutive years of 60% year-on-year growth and an installed global base of more than 800 radar systems, Robin Radar is expanding its operational footprint to meet increasing demand from defence organisations, government agencies and critical infrastructure operators across Europe, the Middle East, North America and allied nations. The facility announcement comes as global conflicts and sustained geopolitical instability continue to reshape defence and homeland security priorities. From protecting military bases and critical infrastructure to securing major public events such as the FIFA World Cup, governments are increasingly turning to proven, off-the-shelf counter-UAS systems that can be delivered rapidly and continuously improved as threats evolve. The increased capacity at the Delft HQ will allow Robin Radar to accelerate the development and industrialisation of existing and future radar systems, with expanded capabilities for prototyping, specialised production, system integration, testing and servicing. Designed to support Robin Radar's next phase of growth, the facility will provide greater capacity to develop new product lines and customer-specific solutions, while working alongside manufacturing partners to scale series production in line with growing global demand. Operational feedback from live deployments in Ukraine, the EU, and the Gulf have already driven major software innovations, including IRIS Long Range Mode, which extended the system's instrumented range from five to twelve kilometres, and Robin Radar's new maritime capability, enabling IRIS to operate aboard large vessels. With the HQ now operational, the company expects to accelerate this innovation cycle while substantially increasing manufacturing output to meet growing global demand. The new headquarters has also been designed to support Robin Radar's long-term growth. By the end of the year, the company expects to employ more than 300 people, with capacity for continued expansion in the years ahead. Its customer support and service facilities have increased fourfold to support Robin Radar's rapidly growing global installed base, while its location adjacent to Delft University of Technology strengthens access to world-class engineering talent and reinforces the company's long-term innovation pipeline. Beyond production, the HQ represents a significant investment in European technological sovereignty. As NATO members seek trusted regional suppliers capable of delivering critical defence technologies at scale, the ability to manufacture, develop and continuously improve radar systems entirely within Europe has become strategically important. The new facility strengthens both the resilience of Robin Radar's supply chain and Europe's wider counter-UAS industrial ecosystem. Siete Hamminga, CEO of Robin Radar Systems, said: "Drones have changed the economics of the battlefield, where high-value assets can be taken out by low-cost drones that are mass-produced, while the countermeasures can cost many times more than the threat they address. There is an urgent need for counter-drone systems, not just in defence, but also to protect high-profile events and critical infrastructure across its societies. That requires a new breed of companies that can deliver fast, shorten innovation cycles and are willing to work together to combine individual solutions into crucial capabilities. Robin Radar is Europe's new breed of radar company, adaptive to change. Aviation & Defence Universe bring military-grade capabilities at a price-performance ratio that meets urgent and growing demand, both within and beyond defence."

KONGSBERG selects Echodyne radar for counter-drone weapon systems. Image source: Echodyne September 9, 2026 BY Echodyne KONGSBERG has selected Echodyne's MESA radar platform for a range of air and surface applications, including integration with the PROTECTOR RS4 and RS6 remote weapon stations for counter-unmanned aircraft system missions. The companies said the integration combines KONGSBERG's remote weapon-station technology and Collaborative Fire Control capabilities with Echodyne's compact, solid-state radar. The system is designed to provide high-fidelity detection and tracking data while avoiding the size, weight and power requirements traditionally associated with larger electronically scanned array radars. Echodyne CEO Eben Frankenberg said the radar is intended to provide the PROTECTOR family with persistent and precise tracks that can cue fire-control systems and maintain target lock against fast-moving drone threats. The MESA radar provides range, range-rate, bearing and other kinematic data that can be used by the weapon station's fire-control system. According to the companies, the radar can also stabilize and cue optical sensors, potentially shortening the time between detection and engagement. The capability is particularly relevant when PROTECTOR systems use programmable airburst ammunition, where accurate measurements of a target's range and rate of movement can help determine the appropriate timing for the munition. The companies described the system as supporting a search-cue-track-engage approach in networked operations. A separate search radar or sensor can identify a potential threat and pass its track to a radar-equipped remote weapon station, where the MESA radar can refine and maintain the track for fire-control purposes. Echodyne and KONGSBERG said they have spent several years integrating, testing and demonstrating the radar-enabled capability as part of a field-development program. The companies are also examining additional applications for Echodyne's radar technology across KONGSBERG's air and surface systems. The collaboration comes as militaries increasingly seek counter-drone systems capable of detecting and engaging small, low-signature and maneuverable unmanned aircraft. Compact sensors that can be integrated onto existing platforms are intended to expand protection without requiring major changes to the host system. KONGSBERG and Echodyne are continuing technical work focused on resilient sensing, networked fire control and scalable counter-UAS capabilities. The companies are exhibiting at the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition, or MSPO, in Kielce, Poland, from Sept. 8-11, 2026. 6 hours ago AeroVironment has received a $464.8 million U.S. Army contract to produce dozens of LOCUST X3 high-energy laser systems under the Enduring-High Energy Laser program. The award moves the Army's laser counter-drone capability from prototyping into production, with systems intended to defend against Group 1-3 unmanned aircraft systems. 7 hours ago South Korean aerospace and defense startup Airbility has raised KRW 6.5 billion ($4.7 million) in Series A funding led by Sazze Partners, bringing its total funding to KRW 10.5 billion. The company plans to use the investment to commercialize its high-speed eVTOL counter-UAS portfolio, expand production and pursue international markets. August 31, 2026 Dutch radar maker Robin Radar Systems has expanded its U.S. operations with a larger facility in Northern Virginia, adding capacity and 20 planned positions as demand grows for counter-drone and airspace security technology. August 31, 2026 Japan-based Terra Drone Corp. has entered a strategic collaboration with Malaysian defense company DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies to expand drone-based defense and security solutions in Malaysia and use the country as a hub for growth across Southeast Asia. August 27, 2026 GA-ASI and Fujitsu have signed an MOU to explore domestic maintenance and operational support for Japan's MQ-9B aircraft. The companies will examine capabilities including avionics maintenance, training, parts management and field support, while also exploring future technical collaboration and systems integration. 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

Robin opens new larger US operations center as global C-UAS demand accelerates. August 31, 2026 Robin Radar Systems is expanding its U.S. operations following rapid growth across global and North American markets, investing in a larger facility in Northern Virginia to expand its local team and meet increasing customer demand. Marked by an official opening on August 26, its new Northern Virginia facility represents a key milestone in its continued U.S. expansion. The space will support 20 additional roles and provide increased capacity for its growing North American operations. To celebrate the launch, Military Leak welcomed government and industry representatives, including H.E. Birgitta Tazelaar, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United States, and Ben Wenger, CRO of Dedrone by Axon, to explore the site firsthand. As demand for drone detection skyrockets across government, defense, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure sectors worldwide, Military Leak is seeing remarkable traction. Over the past three years alone, Military Leak has grown 60% year over year - with no sign of slowing down. Momentum in the U.S. has been particularly strong. Compared with H1 2025, Military Leak sold 75% more IRIS drone radars in H1 2026. This growth is reflected in the signing of its largest U.S. deal to date with a close partner and proven C-UAS integrator, supporting both Federal and State, Local, Territorial, and Tribal (SLTT) customers. Military technology blog "We want to become part of the American security ecosystem. That means being here, hiring here, supporting our customers here, working with American companies and ultimately building more of our capability here. We want to be close to our customers and have the people and infrastructure in place to support them. This new facility is an important step in strengthening our presence in North America and building Robin Radar's future in the United States." said Siete Hamminga, CEO, Robin Radar Systems. "Robin Radar builds world-class Dutch technology, and we are proud to see that technology growing here. This new expansion is a tangible investment in the US, in partnerships, and in the transatlantic relationship. Alliances are not only signed in capitals. They are strengthened through investments like this one, bringing Dutch engineering and American talent together." said H.E. Birgitta Tazelaar, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United States. Recently, more than 30 IRIS radars were deployed across North America in support of security operations during the FIFA World Cup 2026, providing airspace awareness for the U.S. Government and SLTT customers. The deployment marked one of the largest operational uses of IRIS to date and demonstrated its ability to deliver reliable, persistent airspace surveillance at a major international event. This trajectory reflects an evolving U.S. market for counter-UAS and airspace security technology. Operational experience from recent conflicts, including Ukraine, is informing procurement requirements and increasing the focus on systems that can reliably detect, track, and classify diverse targets in complex operational environments. Northern Virginia was selected as the site for its new operations center thanks to its strategic position, established defense ecosystem, and alignment with its long-term investment plan for the U.S. The new facility will provide a base for Military Leak to work more closely with customers and partners across the government, defense, and national security ecosystem. Above all, this investment reflects its growing commitment to the U.S. market and its customers. As deployments increase and U.S. requirements continue to evolve, Military Leak is expanding its local presence to provide greater support throughout the customer lifecycle, from evaluation and deployment to ongoing operations. Post Views: 703