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Terra Drone Advancing C-UAS Technology for Critical Infrastructure

In light of increasing drone threats that extend beyond military installations, Terra Drone Corporation has officially announced the commencement of its development of a Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS). This advanced system is designed to protect vital infrastructures, including oil and gas facilities, power plants, transmission lines, airports, ports, and logistics centers from malicious drone intrusions or attacks.

The C-UAS solution, built upon technologies utilized in defense applications such as intercepting drones, autonomous flight, AI targeting, sensor integration, and command and control systems, aims to optimize safety, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness specifically for civilian critical infrastructure.

Background of the Threat

The threat posed by drones has escalated and is no longer confined to military crises. The advent of low-cost, high-performance drones has made them a real potential risk to essential infrastructures supporting our societal and economic activities. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has exemplified these risks; incidents involving drones crossing borders or crashing near strategic sites have been reported in neighboring countries. For instance, Moldova faced disruptions to its power supply lines following Russian attacks, which necessitated the recovery of drone debris in restoration efforts. Additionally, Romania's Constanța port experienced incidents involving explosive-laden waterborne drones.

These developments underscore the urgent need for proactive measures to safeguard critical infrastructure against drone threats, signaling that counter-drone capabilities should be implemented as a constant readiness system rather than as a reactive measure during crises.

The European Commission has also recognized this growing risk. In February 2026, it introduced a comprehensive “Drone and Counter-Drone Security Action Plan” aimed at addressing the expansion of risks associated with airspace violations, airport disruptions, and threats to critical infrastructure across the EU.

Overview of the C-UAS System

The C-UAS system is an integrated solution designed to detect, identify, and track suspicious drones encroaching on low-altitude areas surrounding critical infrastructure and, when necessary, neutralize them using intercepting drones or other measures. Key components of the development include:

• - Detection, identification, and tracking of suspicious drones through synergies with radar, RF, and EO/IR systems.
• - A command and control (C2) function that integrates sensor data to facilitate threat assessment and response decisions.
• - High-speed, autonomous intercepting drones with AI tracking capabilities.
• - A multi-layered defense strategy combining soft-kill measures, like electronic jamming, with hard-kill methods, such as intercepting drones.
• - Tailored system designs based on specific geographical, safety, and operational requirements for each facility.
• - Utilizing Terra Drone's expertise in Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) for effective airspace management.

Unlike military facilities, critical infrastructure locations typically have employees, residents, vehicles, aircraft, and vessels in proximity, highlighting the necessity for the system to emphasize not only interception performance but also safety, misfire prevention, reduced operational burden, compatibility with existing security systems, and ease of maintenance.

Significance of Terra Drone's Initiative

Terra Drone has been at the forefront of developing industrial drones, infrastructure inspections, and UTM while also launching intercepting drones tailored for defense purposes on a global scale. The company recognizes that C-UAS applications for critical infrastructure must not simply focus on individual interceptors but require a seamless design integrating detection, judgment, response, and operational management.

Combining defense expertise with advancements in civilian drone operations, safety management, inspection activities, and UTM, Terra Drone aims to create a low-altitude protection platform that safeguards critical infrastructure consistently, even in peacetime.

The C-UAS market is poised for significant expansion beyond military and governmental applications, driven by the protection demands of airports, ports, energy facilities, public spaces, and essential private establishments. According to MarketsandMarkets, the global C-UAS market is projected to grow from $6.64 billion in 2025 to $20.31 billion by 2030, reflecting a remarkable CAGR of 25.1%.

Future Outlook

Moving forward, Terra Drone will continue to enhance intercepting drone technologies within the defense sector and foster collaborations with critical infrastructure operators, sensor and radar companies, security firms, and governmental and regulatory bodies. The company targets several key industries including oil and gas, electric power, airports and ports, telecommunications, logistics, and data centers. Ultimately, Terra Drone aspires to develop a globally deployed low-altitude defense platform that routinely protects vital infrastructures.

While this initiative is expected to have a minimal immediate impact on the current consolidated earnings, Terra Drone will promptly communicate any further insights that emerge.

This development exemplifies the company's strategy of leveraging defense technologies to address adjacent market needs in critical infrastructure protection, which is anticipated to contribute to long-term growth in both its defense and drone solution sectors.

For inquiries regarding this development, visit: Terra Drone Defense or contact:

• - UAV Contact: Morita
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: +81-80-4329-7881

Terra Drone Corporation, committing to the mission of 'Unlocking “X” Dimensions', aims to foster a prosperous future through the development and provision of drone solutions. The company is also focused on creating Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems to ensure safe and efficient drone operations, contributing broadly to various industries and societal challenges.