US firm secures $22.3m deal to protect Middle East energy sites from drones
Power U.S. has signed a $22.3 million contract to supply anti-drone systems for oil and gas infrastructure protection in the Middle East.
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AIUS-based Power U.S., a manufacturer of drones and radar systems, announced on Thursday it has signed a commercial contract worth approximately $22.3 million to supply anti-drone technologies aimed at protecting oil and gas infrastructure in the Middle East.
The company said the new system will enable detection, tracking, and identification of drone threats, providing the client's central control system with the necessary information and giving operators a comprehensive overview of aerial activity in the area.
Power U.S. did not disclose the identity of the client or the specific deployment locations. The contract reflects growing commercial demand for counter-drone defense systems in the Middle East, particularly following attacks on oil and gas facilities during the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
According to the company, the agreement covers hardware, software, site activation, installation, and a 24-month maintenance program. Power U.S. also designed the system for future integration with the Guardian drone interception platform, allowing for expanded defensive capabilities as threats evolve.
In this context, Brett Velicovich, the company's co-founder and president, said the contract highlights the increasing trend toward integrated and connected protection of critical oil and gas infrastructure. Power U.S. produces autonomous defense and infrastructure protection systems, including heavy-lift platforms, unmanned aerial and maritime systems, and mission support technology.