WASHINGTON DC – On 3rd of July, the US Army expanded modular drone defense as MyDefence secures historic $26 million C-UAS contract, marking a decisive push to equip soldiers with wearable counter-drone systems on a global scale.
As reported by MyDefense Company, this milestone agreement comes amid escalating drone threats and reflects Washington’s commitment to protect troops operating in increasingly contested airspace. The Danish firm’s breakthrough deal not only strengthens transatlantic defense ties but also underscores the growing role of agile counter-UAS solutions in modern warfare.
The US Army’s investment in wearable, scalable counter-drone solutions signals a fundamental adaptation to the modern battlefield (Picture source: MyDefense)
The newly contracted defense product, MyDefence’s Soldier-Kit, integrates the lightweight “Wingman” drone detector and “Pitbull” jammer into a 1.3-kilogram wearable system that can be discreetly attached to tactical gear. Engineered for mobility and real-time situational awareness, the Soldier-Kit enables troops to detect, track, and neutralize hostile unmanned aerial systems (UAS) while maintaining operational freedom across complex environments. Recent field trials by US European Command highlighted its adaptability during joint exercises in Germany.
Originally developed to address a gap in front-line counter-drone protection, the Soldier-Kit represents years of iterative design and extensive battlefield testing. MyDefence, known for its modular approach, has progressively refined the system to counter a broad spectrum of drone threats, from commercial quadcopters to weaponized UAVs. Compared to legacy fixed-site jamming stations, its wearable form factor and frequency agility deliver a tactical advantage, reflecting lessons learned from earlier static C-UAS platforms deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Unlike conventional drone defense setups, the Soldier-Kit’s compact modularity offers unique advantages in asymmetric warfare. While comparable solutions from US and Israeli suppliers provide vehicle-mounted or base-centric protection, few have matched the Danish system’s blend of mobility and targeted jamming. This positions MyDefence as a key player in a rapidly expanding market where defense forces seek scalable, soldier-level countermeasures against evolving drone swarms and electronic warfare tactics.
Strategically, the contract signals a shift in the US Army’s posture toward decentralized force protection. By equipping soldiers with wearable C-UAS systems, Washington acknowledges the inevitability of drone threats on dispersed battlefields. This raises critical questions about the Army’s preparedness for future conflict scenarios in which UAVs will likely saturate the skies, challenging traditional air defense assets. The move also reflects broader geopolitical realities: from Eastern Europe to the Indo-Pacific, flexible counter-drone technologies will be integral to maintaining deterrence and safeguarding troops amid rapid proliferation of commercial drones turned weapons.
Financially, the $26 million deal is MyDefence’s largest to date, covering the delivery of 485 Soldier-Kit systems, with initial deployments already underway in EUCOM. The agreement not only validates MyDefence’s technology but also opens the door for future orders and deeper industrial collaboration with US defense partners. While details of previous contracts remain limited, this landmark award represents a clear vote of confidence that could position the Danish firm to compete alongside American and NATO-aligned C-UAS providers in the years ahead.
This latest order underlines a clear message: the US Army’s investment in wearable, scalable counter-drone solutions signals a fundamental adaptation to the modern battlefield. As drone warfare becomes a ubiquitous threat, tactical innovations like the Soldier-Kit ensure that soldiers retain the upper hand when confronted by unmanned aerial adversaries, wherever they operate.
