DroneShield wins new order for counter-drone work - APDR
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DroneShield has been awarded a $24.9 million contract from the US Department of Defense's JIATF-401 to supply counter-drone (C-UAS) solutions. The contract, valued at $19.3 million initially with a potential $5.6 million option, includes both hardware and integrated third-party systems, with deliveries scheduled for 2026-2027. DroneShield anticipates at least $10 million in committed revenue for FY2026 from this contract.
Key Takeaways
- Contract Value: $24.9 million (initial $19.3 million, $5.6 million options).
- Customer: US Department of Defense’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401).
- Solutions: Mobile and fixed-site C-UAS systems, hardware, subscriptions, warranties, and services.
- Integration: DroneShield will integrate third-party interoperable C-UAS solutions.
- Timeline: Deliveries and revenue recognition expected H2 2026 - H1 2027.
Why It Matters
This contract demonstrates the continued US DoD investment in C-UAS capabilities and validates DroneShield as a key provider in this rapidly growing market. The focus on both mobile and fixed solutions suggests a need for layered defense against drone threats across diverse operational environments. JIATF-401's involvement highlights the US commitment to rapidly deploying C-UAS technology to allies and partners.
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Home Air & Space DroneShield wins new order for counter-drone work
DroneShield announced it has received a $24.9 million contract supporting the mission of the US Department of Defense’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401). The contract has an initial value of $19.3 million, with an additional $5.6 million in options of the end-user over a 5-year period. The contract is for the supply of mobile and fixed site counter-drone solutions, comprising hardware, subscriptions, warranties and services. DroneShield hardware is available from existing planned production, with a series of deliveries in 2026 and 2027.
Alongside DroneShield’s products, the contract requires DroneShield to purchase and install third party interoperable solutions. Payments will be received for the initial value from second half of 2026 through the first half of 2027. This contract’s initial value of $19.3 million, of which at least $10 million is anticipated to be Committed Revenue1 for FY2026, with the balance for recognition in FY2027.
DroneShield CEO, Angus Bean, said: “This contract demonstrates the growing requirement for counter-drone capabilities across complex operational environments. Customers are increasingly seeking solutions that combine rapid deployment with persistent airspace security, and DroneShield is well positioned to support these requirements through its range of mobile and fixed-site systems. The award builds on DroneShield’s continued momentum in the US market and reinforces the Company’s role in supporting organisations tasked with protecting personnel, assets, infrastructure, and operations against emerging aerial threats.”
JIATF-401 is the US Department of War’s premier organisation to synchronise C-UAS efforts across the Joint Force, helping allies and partners rapidly acquire state-of-the-art C-UAS capability to respond to the evolving threat of drones.
DroneShield US President Ray Fitzgerald said: “This contract represents another important milestone in DroneShield’s growth within the United States and demonstrates continued confidence in our ability to deliver operationally relevant counter-drone capabilities at scale.”
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