New Baltic Drone Wall Deploys AI to Counter UAV Threats

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Baltic Drone Wall Launches as AI-Powered Shield Against Aerial Threats

This cooperation is a direct response to the increasing scale and complexity of aerial threats in the region, especially along Europe's eastern border. The Baltic Drone Wall concept has been launched by Defsecintel Solutions and the Defence Estonia Cluster with partners from other Baltic States.

Defsecintel Solutions brings advanced long-range detection, electronic warfare (EW) capabilities, and multi-layer sensor fusion - refined through active deployments in Ukraine. On the other hand, Origin Robotics contributes its autonomous drone interceptor, Blaze, a man-portable, operator-supervised platform that can track, identify, and destroy high-speed aerial targets using onboard artificial intelligence and computer vision. Blaze has been engineered to counter drones that evade conventional air defense systems. It ensures precise and effective threat elimination, even in contested environments.

"The need for a system like Blaze is immediate; it's driven by real-world operational demands that are unfolding right now. It delivers fast-launch interception at a fraction of the cost. No theory - this is already in the hands of real users," said Agris Šipurs, co-founder and CEO of Origin Robotics.

Together, the companies offer a system providing long-range radar and signal disruption with autonomous aerial interceptors to deliver a fast, modular, and scalable defence against unmanned threats. The system is specifically designed to counter loitering munitions, fixed-wing reconnaissance UAVs and swarming drone tactics. It is fully operational, built on combat-proven platforms, and designed to adapt to fast-changing threat environments.

"Politicians have called for a Drone Wall. We are ready to build it. This is not a concept. This is a live, integrated system that's ready today and already protecting Europe's eastern flank. This is not a roadmap or a PowerPoint. We offer European end-users a turnkey C-UAS solution with the best available combat-proven effectors in the Baltic region against low-flying hostile drones," said Jaanus Tamm, CEO of Defsecintel Solutions.

Defsecintel Solutions, drawing on operational insights from Ukraine, has developed and manufactures the Eirshield system - a modular, turn-key C-UAS platform that integrates advanced technologies from leading European companies with combat-proven performance.

Develops next-generation technologies for modern warfare

Earlier this year, Origin Robotics launched Blaze, an autonomous C-UAS interceptor designed to neutralize fast-moving aerial threats with precision and speed. The interceptor is aimed to strengthen the defence capabilities of European countries amid rising threats and geopolitical uncertainty.

Origin Robotics has already demonstrated its expertise in autonomous aerial combat systems with its flagship drone, Beak, which is currently deployed by both the Ukrainian and Armed Forces of two NATO countries in Europe. The company continues to focus on developing next-generation defence technologies that address evolving battlefield threats and support Europe's security efforts.

Thanks to Beak's rapid deployment and proven capabilities, Origin Robotics has quickly earned recognition for its technology and built trust in its autonomous aerial systems - reflected in an R&D contract from the Latvian Ministry of Defence and a grant from the European Defence Fund. "As unmanned aerial vehicles reshape modern warfare, effective countermeasures are critical. This contract reflects the Ministry's confidence in our expertise in autonomous combat aerial systems and validates the capabilities we've demonstrated with our deployed solutions. The Latvian Ministry of Defence has entrusted us with developing a crucial C-UAS capability, and we appreciate the opportunity to take on this challenge and contribute to strengthening Latvia's defence," previously said A. Šipurs.

Investment helps to expand

Last year Origin Robotics announced that it closed a €4 million financing round. The funding comprised €2.4 million in venture capital and €1.6 million in EU grants and support from the Latvian Ministry of Defence. Company said in the statement that this funding will accelerate product development and enable Origin Robotics to expand its team with key engineering and sales hires.

Also, Origin Robotics has received the European Commission's approval for €4.5 million from the European Defense Fund to develop an unmanned technology-based targeting capability, significantly expanding the use of precision-guided munitions.