Europe’s private drone industry sees opportunity as NATO strengthens defence

European counter-drone companies are experiencing a surge in business following unprecedented drone incursions into NATO airspace in September 2025. Danish firms MyDefence and Weibel Scientific report increased inquiries from police forces and critical infrastructure operators. Denmark, Poland and Romania are deploying the US-made Merops counter-drone system, whilst NATO’s eastern flank strengthens defences against hybrid warfare threats.

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Original source: Euronews

Retrieved: 2025-11-17 | Language: EN | Reading time: 4 min read