Ukrainian company Phantom Defense developing comprehensive counter-drone ecosystem
A company representative responsible for development and sales told Ukrinform about the initiative during the SAHA 2026 defense exhibition in Istanbul.
“There are more drones, they are becoming more sophisticated, and their control logic is getting increasingly complex. That is why our vision is to build a comprehensive counter-UAV ecosystem,” Phantom Defense said.
The company is currently developing its own radar designed to detect Shahed-type drones.
Phantom Defense develops drone detection systems, “soft kill” solutions – electronic warfare systems designed to counter FPV drones and other radio-controlled UAVs – as well as “hard kill” solutions, including interceptor drones, net-launching systems, and turrets.
The company was founded around two years ago in response to the needs of the military during operations in Krynky in the Kherson region, when Ukrainian units faced a shortage of compact and effective EW systems.
Alongside engineers, the company employs former military personnel with combat experience. Phantom Defense says that the combination of engineering expertise and frontline experience allows the company to improve existing developments and create new solutions.
The company’s products undergo several stages of testing, ranging from laboratory evaluations to field trials and testing directly by military units. Afterward, the systems go through codification procedures, including checks for frost resistance, moisture resistance, and compliance with combat performance requirements. Continuous feedback from the front line enables further improvements to the EW systems.
Most of the company’s systems have already been codified, while newer developments are currently undergoing certification.
The company acknowledges the high level of international competition, while emphasizing that the key advantage of Ukrainian solutions is their proven effectiveness in real combat conditions.
As reported by Ukrinform, a joint national stand organized by the Ukrainian Council of Gunsmiths was presented at the SAHA 2026 international defense exhibition held in Istanbul from May 5 to 9. The stand featured 13 exhibiting companies, with two additional firms participating in a business-visit format.
