The Australian Defence Force (ADF) will receive handheld counter-drone kits as part of its efforts to build a layered defense against the growing threat of unmanned aerial systems.
U.S.-based DZYNE Technologies announced it has secured a multi-million-dollar contract to supply its Dronebuster DTIM (Detect, Track, Identify, Mitigate) Kits in partnership with Australian defense supplier HIFraser. The deal falls under LAND 156 Phase 1, a program aimed at providing scalable and integrated counter-drone systems for deployed forces.
The contract was formally announced by Pat Conroy, Australia’s Minister for Defence Industry.
According to DZYNE, the Dronebuster DTIM is a handheld and wearable system designed to detect, track, identify, and disrupt small drones without the use of kinetic weapons. It can be operated independently or integrated into wider defense networks.
The system is reportedly capable of omnidirectional detection across a wide frequency range, with options for electronic disruption such as jamming and interference with drones’ navigation signals.
The technology has already been fielded by the U.S. military and allied forces, with thousands of units reportedly in use globally.
HIFraser will act as DZYNE’s local partner in delivering the capability, strengthening industrial ties as Australia continues to invest in counter-drone technologies.
LAND 156 is one of several programs the ADF has launched in recent years in an effort to enhance the Australian Military’s counter drone capabilities.
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