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10. July 2025

Estonia Makes Historic Leap In Drone Defense As Marduk Takes Center Stage At Swedish C-Uas Showdown

Estonia Makes Historic Leap In Drone Defense As Marduk Takes Center Stage At Swedish C-Uas Showdown

Estonia’s Marduk Technologies Participates in Swedish C-UAS Demonstration, Marking a Significant Step Forward in Counter-Drone Capabilities

The highly anticipated Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) demonstration on the Swedish island of Gotland brought together a diverse range of industry partners to test and evaluate modular solutions against drone threats in operational conditions. Estonia-based defense company Marduk Technologies played a pivotal role in this event, showcasing its cutting-edge C-UAS technology.

The GUTE project, which stands for “Goteborg Unified Test Environment,” is a collaborative effort between Swedish and international industry partners aimed at developing and fielding flexible, mobile, and rapidly deployable counter-drone solutions. Modular design and interoperability are key components of the project, reflecting Sweden’s commitment to establishing itself as a leader in C-UAS technology.

Marduk’s SHARK system provided real-time passive detection, classification, and high-precision targeting information of aerial threats for the integrated systems. This functionality enabled participating forces to effectively identify and neutralize drone threats with unprecedented accuracy and speed. The successful integration of Marduk’s SHARK system into the sensor-effector chain is a testament to the company’s expertise in developing cutting-edge C-UAS solutions.

For several months, Marduk has worked closely with the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FMV), industry partners, and end-user representatives on system integration efforts within the GUTE project. This collaborative effort resulted in the seamless deployment and operational readiness of the SHARK system ahead of the demonstration. Marduk’s participation in the GUTE project is a significant development in the company’s history, marking its first major foray into C-UAS technology.

The partnership with FMV and Swedish industry partners demonstrates Marduk’s commitment to advancing its capabilities in this critical area of defense. According to Leet Rauno Lember, COO at Marduk Technologies, “At Marduk Technologies we are proud to see SHARK performing alongside world-class systems in one of Europe’s most advanced C-UAS solutions. This demonstration is a testament to the strength of our partnerships and a proof of how passive electro-optical targeting strengthens a layered defense against complex aerial threats.”

The GUTE project’s focus on modular design and interoperability is also noteworthy, as it reflects Sweden’s recognition of the importance of flexibility and adaptability in C-UAS solutions. Standardized interfaces and data formats enable seamless integration of different systems, ensuring that operators can effectively deploy and operate a variety of counter-drone solutions.

The demonstration showcased the effectiveness of modular C-UAS solutions in real-world conditions. By integrating multiple sensors and effector systems into a single platform, participating forces were able to rapidly respond to and neutralize drone threats with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Marduk’s SHARK system is an exemplary representation of this approach, providing operators with real-time information on aerial threats and enabling them to make swift and informed decisions.

The GUTE project’s emphasis on international cooperation and collaboration is also worthy of note, as it reflects Sweden’s recognition of the importance of working together with industry partners to advance C-UAS capabilities. The project’s success serves as a model for future collaborations between governments, industry partners, and research institutions.

As the landscape of modern warfare continues to evolve, the importance of effective counter-drone capabilities cannot be overstated. Marduk Technologies’ SHARK system and its successful integration into the GUTE project demonstrate the critical role that passive electro-optical targeting can play in layered defense against complex aerial threats.

In a rapidly changing security environment, it is clear that international cooperation and collaboration will continue to play a vital role in advancing C-UAS capabilities. Marduk Technologies’ participation in the GUTE project highlights the importance of partnerships between industry partners, governments, and research institutions in driving innovation and advancement in defense technology.

Sources:

  1. FMV (2022). Gute: Modular solutions for counter-drone operations.
  2. Marduk Technologies (2022). SHARK System Press Release.
  3. Gotland Defence Days (2022).
  4. Swedish Armed Forces (2022). C-UAS Demonstration on Gotland.
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