Malaysia's Birdie-X Develops Laser-Based Counter-UAS System, Potentially Saving Millions in Defence Costs
Malaysian drone defence company Birdie-X has developed a laser directed-energy weapon counter-UAS system in collaboration with the Royal Malaysian Air Force, the Science and Technology Research Institute for Defence (Stride), and Benua Defence Sdn Bhd. Designed for low-cost aerial defence, the domestically produced system can be maintained, repaired, and upgraded locally without reliance on foreign contractors, potentially saving Malaysia millions in defence expenditure.
Highlights
- Malaysian company Birdie-X has developed a laser directed-energy weapon C-UAS system in partnership with the Royal Malaysian Air Force, Stride, and Benua Defence Sdn Bhd.
- The domestically produced system eliminates dependence on foreign contractors for all maintenance, repair, and upgrade operations.
- The Birdie-X C-UAS system is projected to save Malaysia millions in defence spending, according to the New Straits Times.
- The system is designed to provide low-cost aerial defence capabilities, addressing the rapidly growing global demand for counter-drone solutions.
Malaysia's Birdie-X Develops Laser-Based Counter-UAS System
Malaysian drone defence company Birdie-X has successfully developed a laser directed-energy weapon counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) system, according to a report by Malaysia's New Straits Times.
Three-Way Collaboration
The directed-energy weapon system was developed through a partnership involving three organisations:
- Royal Malaysian Air Force
- Science and Technology Research Institute for Defence (Stride)
- Benua Defence Sdn Bhd
Low-Cost, Domestically Maintained Design
This domestically manufactured counter-drone system is designed to deliver affordable aerial defence capabilities. Because the system is produced locally, all maintenance, repair, and upgrade operations can be carried out within Malaysia, eliminating dependence on foreign contractors and significantly reducing long-term operating costs.
According to the New Straits Times, the Birdie-X system has the potential to save Malaysia millions in defence spending, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the country's defence self-sufficiency.
Growing Demand for Counter-Drone Solutions
As drone technology continues to proliferate rapidly, effectively countering potential threats has become a pressing priority for governments and militaries worldwide. Malaysia's development of a homegrown laser-based counter-drone system not only demonstrates a commitment to technological independence but also responds to the urgent security demands of the regional environment.
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