Eurosatory 2026: Updated S-KAPS ready to neutralise drone threat | Shephard
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The French SMEs Lacroix, Bertin Technologies, and MC2 Technologies have unveiled an updated S-KAPS counter-UAS system at Eurosatory 2026. This new iteration features a modular design, enhanced computing with protection algorithms, and integration of AI for improved detection. The system combines laser, acoustic, and passive detection methods for 360-degree coverage and utilizes Galix munitions for neutralization.
Key Takeaways
- S-KAPS is a soft-kill counter-UAS system developed by French companies Lacroix, Bertin Technologies, and MC2 Technologies.
- The updated system incorporates a modular design and a new-generation computing unit with protection algorithms.
- AI is being integrated into the detection process to enhance performance.
- The system utilizes a multi-sensor approach including laser, acoustic (Metravib’s Pilar), and passive detection.
- S-KAPS is designed to counter small UAVs with lethal top-attack capabilities and is in the final testing phase.
Why It Matters
The development of S-KAPS highlights the increasing focus on counter-drone technology as a critical component of modern battlefield defense. Its modularity and AI integration suggest a move towards adaptable and intelligent C-UAS solutions, potentially influencing procurement decisions within France and NATO. The system's ability to address top-attack drones is particularly relevant given evolving drone warfare tactics.
Eurosatory 2026: Updated S-KAPS ready to neutralise drone threat | Shephard
Author: Christopher F Foss Published: 2026-06-12T15:15:07+01:00 Source: shephardmedia.com (shephardmedia.com) Language: en
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Eurosatory 2026: Updated S-KAPS ready to neutralise drone threat | Shephard
Eurosatory 2026: Updated S-KAPS ready to neutralise drone threat
An artist's impression of the latest S-KAPS counter-drone system installed on a wheeled armoured vehicle with the Lacroix dischargers on top of the platform at the rear. (Image: Lacroix)
Launched at EuroSatory 2026, the revamped Soft-Kill Advanced Protection System (S-KAPS) counter-UAS package has been developed by three French SMEs, Lacroix, Bertin Technologies and MC2 Technologies as a private venture.
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The latest S-KAPS is an evolution of a previously announced system but optimised for the increasing threat on the battlefield from small uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) which can carry a lethal top-attack warhead.
The original S-KAPS, also known as AOS, linked four lasers on the platform to provide coverage through 360 degrees and was connected to a series of Lacroix dischargers launching Galix munitions via a dedicated control module inside the platform.
This version has been demonstrated to French and NATO delegations since it was first revealed in 2024.
The next-generation S-KAPS, shown at Eurosatory 2026 for the first time, is of more modular design and includes a new-generation generic computing unit incorporating protection algorithms.
Depending on the end user’s requirements, different sensors can be incorporated with the S-KAPS Counter Drone fit being the one shown in Paris. In a statement Lacroix said: “It is in the final testing phase and integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the detection process.”
This set-up is claimed to provide coverage through 360 degrees and its open architecture allows for further growth in future as the threat evolves.
Detector array
In addition to the laser detectors and Metravib’s Pilar acoustic system (already deployed by the French Army on its latest generation of wheeled armoured vehicles, including Jaguar) this version of S-KAPS includes a pole-mounted passive detection syste