Eurosatory 2026: Ecliptic Defence and Space Showcases ANTIGONI High-Power Microwave Counter-UAS System
Cyprus-based defence and space technology company Ecliptic Defence and Space unveiled its ANTIGONI C-UAS system at Eurosatory 2026. The high-power microwave (HPM) directed-energy weapon is being integrated with the SOVEREIGN EYE 3D radar and SIGNAL CHASER 3D direction-finding system. Initial testing has yielded encouraging results, with expanded trials planned for larger drone platforms and more complex operational scenarios.
Highlights
- Ecliptic Defence and Space, headquartered in Cyprus, debuted the ANTIGONI C-UAS high-power microwave directed-energy counter-drone system at Eurosatory 2026.
- ANTIGONI C-UAS is being integrated with the SOVEREIGN EYE 3D radar and SIGNAL CHASER 3D direction-finding system to form a complete detect-to-defeat kill chain.
- Initial testing of the ANTIGONI system has been completed with encouraging results, according to Business Development Director Maria Konstantinou.
- The next development phase will target larger drone platforms, more complex operational scenarios, and extended engagement ranges.
- HPM directed-energy weapons are gaining traction globally as a cost-effective, reusable solution for countering drone swarms and low, slow, small aerial threats.
Eurosatory 2026: Ecliptic Defence and Space Showcases ANTIGONI High-Power Microwave Counter-UAS System
Cyprus-based defence and space technology company Ecliptic Defence and Space presented its indigenously developed ANTIGONI C-UAS system at Eurosatory 2026. The system is a high-power microwave (HPM) directed-energy weapon designed specifically to counter drone threats.
System Integration Progress
The ANTIGONI C-UAS is currently being integrated with two complementary systems:
- SOVEREIGN EYE 3D Radar: Provides three-dimensional airspace detection capability
- SIGNAL CHASER 3D Direction-Finding System: Tracks and locks onto target drones via radio frequency signals
This integrated architecture aims to establish a complete counter-UAS kill chain — from detection and identification through to interdiction.
Development Team: Encouraging Test Results
Ecliptic Defence and Space Business Development Director Maria Konstantinou stated in a LinkedIn post:
"From an ambitious vision to a rapidly evolving operational capability, the results we continue to achieve through testing and integration are truly encouraging. This journey is far from over! The next phase will focus on expanding operational evaluations — covering larger drone platforms, more complex operational scenarios, and greater engagement ranges — as we continue to advance the ANTIGONI C-UAS ecosystem."
Background: Global Counter-UAS Market Continues to Expand
As drone threats grow increasingly sophisticated, governments and defence procurement agencies around the world are intensifying demand for effective counter-UAS solutions. High-power microwave directed-energy weapons are widely regarded as a promising option for countering drone swarms and low, slow, small (LSS) targets, owing to their reusability and low cost-per-engagement.
Ecliptic Defence and Space's appearance at Eurosatory 2026 signals that European defence technology companies are actively entering the counter-UAS market, using major exhibition platforms to pursue international partnerships and procurement opportunities.
Image credit: Ecliptic Defence and Space
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