Netherlands
Drone news in the Netherlands: regulations, industry updates, innovative uses, events, and the impact on businesses and communities in Holland.
NATO’s Major Anti-Drone Exercise: Ukraine Joins the Fight
NATO recently wrapped up a significant anti-drone exercise in the Netherlands, with Ukraine participating for the first time. The 11-day drills, involving over 20 countries and 50 companies, tested advanced systems to detect and counter drones, highlighting the critical role…
Netherlands to Donate 51 Advanced Mobile Drone Detection Radars to Ukraine
The Netherlands Ministry of Defense has announced plans to bolster Ukraine’s air defense capabilities with a donation of 51 state-of-the-art mobile radar systems later this year. These systems, specifically designed to detect small drones, will play a crucial role in…
MQ-9 Reaper Drones Get Stealth Upgrade with New Electronic Warfare Pod
The U.S. Marine Corps has enhanced its MQ-9 Reaper drones with a cutting-edge electronic warfare pod, significantly boosting their stealth capabilities. This upgrade marks a major advancement in drone technology, potentially changing the landscape of aerial surveillance and combat operations.…
Drone Racing Tests Neural Network AI for Future Space Missions
ESA and TU Delft Collaborate on Autonomous Spacecraft Control The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Advanced Concepts Team and the Micro Air Vehicle Laboratory (MAVLab) at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) have joined forces to test neural-network-based AI control systems…
Netherlands to Invest $58.8 Million in Drones to Support Ukraine
Dutch Government’s Major Investment in Drone Production The Dutch Defense Ministry is allocating €54 million ($58.8 million) to increase drone production, supporting both Ukraine and the Dutch military. State Secretary of Defense Christophe van der Maat announced this initiative, emphasizing…
New Neural Tech Could Power Insect-Sized Intelligent Flying Robots
Researchers at Delft University of Technology have developed a groundbreaking neuromorphic vision-to-control system that enables autonomous drone flights. This new technology, which mimics the brain’s biological processing, could pave the way for creating intelligent flying robots as small as insects.…
Breakthrough in Drone Technology: Neuromorphic Image Processing for Autonomous Flight
Researchers Develop Revolutionary Drone A team from Delft University of Technology in The Netherlands has unveiled a groundbreaking drone that mimics animal brain function to fly autonomously using neuromorphic image processing. This innovative approach reportedly dramatically enhances data processing speed…
Canada and Allies Bolster Ukraine’s Drone Capabilities Amidst Ongoing War
As the war in Ukraine continues, Canada and its allies are stepping up their efforts to provide the country with advanced drone technology to aid in its defense against Russian aggression. The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has announced that Canada will…
AirHub Secures €1M to Revolutionize Drone Operations in Critical Situations
Dutch Startup Aims to Enhance Safety and Efficiency with Innovative Platform AirHub, a Dutch startup, has raised €1 million in funding for its cutting-edge Drone Operations Center, a platform designed to streamline the management of drone fleets in security, critical…
HoverAir X1 Definitive Review: Tool, Toy, or Trash?
There are countless influencer and sponsored reviews of the HoverAir X1 drone. This is not one of them. I’m going to tell you what’s awesome about this drone, and what sucks about this drone and everything in between. I bought…
Australia Soars into the Drone Coalition: A Boost for Ukraine’s Defense
Australia has formally joined the Drone Coalition, a partnership between Latvia and the United Kingdom that aims to improve Ukraine’s defense capabilities through cutting-edge drone technology. Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles and UK Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps…
Dutch Support Fuels Ukraine’s Fight: F-16 Ammo and Advanced Drones on the Way
In a significant move bolstering Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression, the Netherlands has announced a hefty aid package earmarked for military support. Dutch Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren, during a notable visit to Kyiv, unveiled plans to allocate 350 million euros…