In the defence technology segment, where effectiveness is now measured not only by firepower but above all by the speed of data analysis at the edge of the network (edge computing), the Polish Defence.Hub is making a strategic move towards full system autonomy.
The NewConnect-listed company announced the signing of two letters of intent – with Lithuania’s AI for Vision Technologies (AIVT) and Ukraine’s Drone Fight Group (DFG). These are partnerships that go beyond mere declarations of cooperation, aiming to close the ‘detect-to-defeat’ chain within the proprietary MACS system.
The key to Defence.Hub’ s advantage is expected to be sensor fusion. Integration with Lithuania’s AIVT brings an advanced AI-based computer vision layer to the system that operates directly on the device, without the need for cloud connectivity. In a modern battlefield or critical infrastructure protection environment, where signal interference is the norm, independence from the internet becomes a critical condition.
Precise differentiation of threats in the infrared and visible light bands is today the ‘holy grail’ of anti-drone systems, allowing false alarms to be eliminated while operating in complete discretion (passive detection).
While the Lithuanians provide ‘eyes’ and ‘brains’, Ukraine’s Drone Fight Group brings invaluable currency: combat experience. DFG is not a theoretician; the company designs and deploys drones and interceptor systems in real-world conflict conditions.
For Defence.Hub, this means access to real-world combat datasets that will be used to train AI models and create simulators for the uniformed services. This collaboration allows for the creation of a complete and, most importantly, low-cost neutralisation system, which is crucial with the massive scale of threats from low-cost FPV drones.
From a business perspective, Defence.Hub is positioning itself as a regional integrator that cleverly exploits its geographical and technological proximity to NATO’s eastern flank. Building such a consortium with partners from Lithuania and Ukraine is not only an operational advantage, but also a strong asset in the race for European defence funding from programmes such as EDF or EDIP.
