Belgium is building a domestic counter-drone capability through a consortium that includes US-based Anduril and local companies COBBS BELUX and Nokia Belgium.
Anduril brings expertise in software-defined defense and autonomous systems, offering counter-uncrewed aerial solutions (C-UAS) such as the Anvil kinetic interceptor, the Roadrunner autonomous air vehicle, and Pulsar sensors. COBBS handles marketing and distribution of defense materiel to European military and security organizations, while Nokia Belgium provides secure communications infrastructure, software platforms, and networking technology.
Together, the consortium aims to field fully domestic C-UAS systems to safeguard Belgium’s military bases and critical infrastructure.
System Overview
The solution is modular, scalable, and software-first, featuring a command-and-control intelligence layer that serves as the system’s central hub. It fuses information from radar, optical, RF, and acoustic sensors into a real-time operational picture, with autonomous threat classification.
A single operator can monitor multiple counter-drone units at once while retaining control over key engagement decisions.
Drone Threat Context
Since last year, Belgium has experienced multiple unauthorized drone incursions in sensitive areas, highlighting gaps in its C-UAS coverage. Soldiers have been authorized to neutralize suspicious drones as long as collateral damage is avoided.
The government has also explored other counter-drone solutions, including a September 2025 partnership between FN Herstal and HENSOLDT, in addition to the ongoing Anduril-COBBS-Nokia consortium effort.
