Terma and MyDefence have signed a letter of intent for expanded technical and industrial cooperation. Initially, the companies will integrate their systems for detecting and countering drones.
"The modern drone threat cannot be managed with a single sensor or technology. The value emerges when RF, radar and other sensors work together," says Dan Hermansen, CEO of MyDefence.
The first step will be taken during 2026, when Terma's radar technology SCANTER Sphera will be integrated with MyDefence's radio frequency based sensors, jammers and the IRIS C2 command and control system. According to a press release from Terma, the systems will form a joint solution for detecting, identifying and assessing drone threats.
MyDefence's RF sensors can detect and identify radio signals from drones and their operators. SCANTER Sphera will complement this by detecting airborne vehicles in flight, including autonomous drones and systems that lack a conventional radio link.
Information from the sensors will be compiled in IRIS C2 to give the operator a shared situational picture. According to the companies, the combination will provide more comprehensive protection against different types of drones and methods of use.
The letter of intent also covers development and joint marketing of the systems. At the same time, it serves as a roadmap for broader technical and industrial cooperation between the companies.
In addition to counter-drone systems, Terma and MyDefence will explore joint solutions for naval platforms. In the longer term, the cooperation could also be expanded to space and satellite technology, as well as Danish, European and international defence and security programmes.