Drone disruptions at major European airports, including Munich and Frankfurt, have once again grounded flights in recent weeks. Cancellations and diversions are piling up, with heavy economic fallout.
The incidents are pushing NATO and European policymakers to speed up anti-drone plans. Measures originally set for rollout in 2026 are now being brought forward. Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken said there is “no more time to lose” and announced that steps will be taken this year.
Rapid Solutions Under Review
Authorities are looking at technologies that can be deployed right away: from detection and jamming systems to mobile counter-drone weapons, including shoulder-fired devices sometimes described as “bazookas.”
Industry Impact
The shift is good news for companies in the counter-drone market:
- Demand spike: Ready-to-use systems are more likely to win early contracts.
- $DRO (-4,05 %) already secured a $60M+ European deal for delivery in 2025. With the current urgency, new opportunities could emerge even sooner.
- Innovation race: Faster rollouts mean tougher competition and accelerated product development across the sector.
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