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DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO)

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Current share price for DRO : $2.330 -0.77 (-24.84%)+
Announcement
Release
2 Jun 2026 9:51AM
Price at Release
$3.100
Full Release
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Summary
DroneShield Limited has secured a $24.9 million contract with the US Department of War's Joint Interagency Task Force 401, focusing on delivering mobile and fixed-site counter-drone solutions. This contract, which includes a $5.6 million end-user option over five years, reinforces DroneShield's position in the US market and leverages its existing production capabilities for deliveries in 2026 and 2027. The company is experiencing increasing demand across various sectors due to rising awareness of drone threats, underpinning its strategic growth and operational expansion in the counter-drone space.
Key Points
  • DroneShield Limited received a $24.9 million contract from the US Department of War's Joint Interagency Task Force 401.
  • The contract consists of an initial value of $19.3 million with a $5.6 million end-user option over five years.
  • Deliveries will occur in 2026 and 2027, with a significant portion of revenue recognized in FY2026 and FY2027.
  • The contract encompasses mobile and fixed-site counter-drone solutions, requiring third-party interoperable solutions.
  • DroneShield sees growing demand for counter-drone capabilities in military, government, and critical infrastructure sectors.
  • The contract enhances DroneShield's presence and growth trajectory in the US market.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.