Leading technology companies Rohde & Schwarz and TRUMPF SE & Co. KG today announced a strategic partnership to develop and offer a comprehensive, domestically-produced counter-drone solution.
This collaboration combines the cutting-edge counter-drone solution from Rohde & Schwarz, radar sensing, and TRUMPF’s advanced laser technology, enabling powerful detection, tracking, and defense against the growing threat of unauthorized drones on diverse platforms.
“We are proud to partner with TRUMPF to offer a truly sovereign solution for drone defense.
This collaboration leverages the strengths of both companies to address critical security needs. Investing in European defense, and specifically counter-drone technology, is of utmost importance.”
Dr. Alexander Orellano, Head of Division Technology Systems, Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz will integrate TRUMPF’s high-energy laser system into a comprehensive drone defense ecosystem, providing the ability to effectively detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones.
“Our laser technology, our expertise in beam guidance and shaping, and our internally anchored supply chain of system-critical subcomponents offer a highly innovative solution for drone defense.
Combined with Rohde & Schwarz’ drone defense expertise, we can deliver a truly effective and integrated solution for protecting critical infrastructure and securing sensitive areas.”
Dr. Hagen Zimer, TRUMPF Executive Board member responsible for laser technology
Both companies understand the need to deploy their technologies solely for defense against emerging security threats, and they now jointly accept that responsibility.
Source: Rohde & Schwarz news release
