Kuwait just spent €432 million on British counter-drone systems—proof Gulf states see Europe as a credible C-UAS supplier, not just a NATO customer.
Top story
UK firm MARSS wins £370 million contract for nationwide counter-drone defence in Kuwait. MARSS, an EOS company based in the UK, secured a £370 million (€432 million) contract to deliver a nationwide counter-drone defence system for Kuwait. The AI-enabled system will create approximately 100 jobs in the UK. The contract represents one of the largest counter-UAS procurements in the Gulf region. Why it matters: A Gulf state just spent half a billion euros on UK counter-drone tech—validation that European C-UAS firms can compete for Replicator-sized money outside NATO. (Corroborated) EDR Magazine → · Army Technology →
The rundown
DRONES — BAE Systems revealed two counter-drone solutions at AUSA: a truck-mounted Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon System (MDACS) using a 155mm gun for air defense and ground strikes, and a high-power microwave system for mass drone swarms. The MDACS prototype was shown publicly for the first time. Both systems address the growing threat of coordinated drone attacks. (Corroborated) Army Technology → · Defence Industry Europe →
INDUSTRY — General Dynamics Land Systems displayed a 1/8 scale model of its Wolf XM30 infantry fighting vehicle at AUSA 2026, the company’s candidate to replace the M2 Bradley. The Army is testing the first full-scale prototype. GDLS also showcased new counter-drone systems. Wolf competes against American Rheinmetall’s Lynx XM30 in the Army’s competition. (Corroborated) Defense News → · Defence Industry Europe →
INDUSTRY — American Rheinmetall delivered its Lynx XM30 prototype to the U.S. Army in September, and soldiers are now conducting hands-on testing. The German-designed vehicle competes with General Dynamics’ Wolf for the Bradley replacement contract. Rheinmetall is positioning the Lynx as a proven NATO platform already in service with Hungary. (Single source) Defense News →
INDUSTRY — Textron displayed an upgraded Commando Select 4×4 vehicle at AUSA with improvements to the powerpack and suspension. The first of 65 vehicles for Ukraine is expected to be delivered in early 2027. Textron is positioning the vehicle for additional export sales beyond the Ukraine order. (Single source) Shephard Media →
By the numbers
5 events in this issue · 3/5 corroborated · €432m in stated deal values · 4/5 European · busiest beat: procurement
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