German defense companies HENSOLDT and TYTAN Technologies have formalized a cooperation agreement to jointly develop and field advanced counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) capabilities. The partnership aims to deliver an integrated solution capable of detecting, identifying, and neutralizing hostile drones threatening both civilian and military infrastructure.
Under the agreement, TYTAN’s high-speed interceptor drones will be integrated with HENSOLDT’s multi-sensor portfolio and the Elysion Mission Core command-and-control software. The combined system is designed to fuse data from radar, electro-optical and infrared sensors, radio-frequency detectors, and acoustic systems, enabling accurate detection, classification, and prioritization of drone threats in real time.
The interceptor drone is engineered for rapid response operations, capable of launching within seconds and autonomously navigating toward the target’s location. Using computer vision-based tracking, the platform engages hostile drones through a direct kinetic interception. TYTAN’s interceptor reportedly reaches speeds exceeding 250 kilometers per hour, with an operational range of more than 15 kilometers and a total system weight of approximately 5 kilograms, making it suitable for flexible deployment.
System integration and production are planned in Bavaria, southeastern Germany, supporting domestic industrial capabilities. Beyond drone interception, the cooperation also addresses critical infrastructure protection, including surveillance, threat analysis, and coordinated response planning with federal and state authorities. The collaboration further extends to international defense programs, supporting NATO air defense requirements and European initiatives providing operational support to Ukraine.
