Integrated Anti-Drone and Electronic Countermeasure Systems in Europe: Current State and Prospects
The intensification of drone warfare in recent conflicts has radically transformed the strategic calculus for European defence and security. As low-cost, commercially available drones prove capable of disrupting conventional operations and threatening critical infrastructure, European governments and armed forces have shifted priorities toward the rapid development and deployment of integrated counter-UAS (C-UAS) systems. This evolving landscape presents a unique window of opportunity for investors focused on high-impact dual-use technologies. Startups and specialized firms are combining advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, directional jamming and modular architectures to deliver scalable, deployable, and increasingly autonomous solutions. With growing institutional demand, robust public funding, and the clear convergence of civil and military use cases, the European C-UAS sector is emerging as one of the most strategically relevant and technologically dynamic segments of the defence innovation market.
The following report provides a detailed analysis of this rapidly evolving sector. It examines the strategic and tactical relevance of C-UAS capabilities in the European context, the key technological approaches currently being developed, the most promising companies active in the field, and the institutional frameworks supporting their growth at both national and European levels.