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UK Seeks £20M Laser Weapons to Fight Drones

6/16/2025

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The UK Ministry of Defence is on the hunt for innovative vehicle-mounted laser weapons to combat drone threats from over a kilometer away. With a budget of up to £20 million, this initiative seeks to explore the potential of Laser Directed Energy Weapon technology, with contracts expected to be awarded between August 2025 and March 2026.

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The UK Ministry of Defence is on the hunt for innovative vehicle-mounted laser weapons to combat drone threats from over a kilometer away. With a budget of up to £20 million, this initiative seeks to explore the potential of Laser Directed Energy Weapon technology, with contracts expected to be awarded between August 2025 and March 2026.