Sydney-based DroneShield has secured a follow-on contract valued at 5.2 million Australian dollars (approximately $3.3 million) to provide handheld counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) and associated accessories to a military client in Europe. The transaction will be processed through a European reseller, with all necessary hardware ready for delivery and cash payment anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2025.
This agreement is a continuation of DroneShield’s three-year collaboration with the local distributor, which has successfully executed 12 prior contracts totaling over 70 million Australian dollars (equivalent to about $45.4 million), not including the latest order. The company has clarified that the identity of the reseller and the end-user does not significantly affect the valuation of its securities, and it has disclosed all pertinent information regarding the contract’s implications.
DroneShield specializes in developing portable C-UAS systems, sensors, and integrated solutions aimed at identifying and managing airborne autonomous threats. Its marquee product, the DroneGun, is a rifle-like device equipped with directional antennas that emit jamming signals, effectively neutralizing long-range drones.
Following the announcement of this contract, DroneShield saw a rise in its stock shares, indicating positive market sentiment among investors. The company has also expressed its intention to elevate its contract disclosure threshold from 5 million to 20 million Australian dollars (roughly $3.2 million to $12.9 million) in 2026, a move that reflects its growth trajectory and historical revenue performance.
In addition to this recent contract, DroneShield has been actively expanding its footprint in Europe, which includes plans to establish a manufacturing and assembly site in the region—marking its first facility outside of Australia. The company is also enhancing its systems by integrating aviation-surveillance data and investing in a new research and development center located in Adelaide. This strategic focus aims to bolster its capabilities in counter-unmanned aerial systems on a larger scale.
