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Switzerland’s plan to build a military drone battalion by 2028 reflects the wider European push to expand defence capabilities. The article should examine the proposed capability, its strategic rationale and the political debate over rearmament.
2 days ago · 1 source
Swiss army
The Swiss army is establishing a centre of excellence for unmanned systems, alongside a new drone battalion and recruit school. The initiative reflects the growing role of drones in modern and hybrid warfare, as well as increased sightings over Swiss military and critical infrastructure.
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technology
A new 'Firedrone' developed by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) can withstand temperatures up to 200°C, allowing it to fly into burning buildings and provide live images to help locate hazards and protect emergency services personnel.
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defense
Switzerland is investing in new semi-mobile defense systems to detect and counter minidrones, with a CHF108 million budget allocated for protecting military infrastructure and supporting civil authorities.
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security
Military leadership warns of increasing drone surveillance risks to critical infrastructure, announces upcoming counter-drone defense systems
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technology
Government announces introduction of 'U-Space' airspace regulation for drones, with first implementation planned for Zurich area to manage over 90,000 drone pilots.
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