Denmark-based counter-uncrewed aerial system (C-UAS) provider MyDefence announced the establishment of a UK branch on 13 August 2025.
MyDefence, which delivers modular, portable and vehicle-mounted C-UAS systems, has supplied its solutions to the armed forces of Ukraine, the United States, Australia and other allied countries.
The company said that its investment in the British market reinforces UK–EU alignment through trusted and advanced European technology and deepens co-operation with Nordic defence programmes. Combined with fully NATO-interoperable systems, these pillars enable MyDefence to deliver immediate battle-proven capability to British armed forces while supporting the priorities of the UK government’s Strategic Defence Review, the company asserted.
“Our technology has been tested in real combat conditions to protect frontline troops, critical infrastructure and coalition forces,” Dan D S Hermansen, CEO of MyDefence, was quoted as saying in a company press release. “The UK remains a key NATO partner, and our presence here ensures we can deliver battle-proven, field-ready capabilities rapidly to meet evolving drone threats.”
To lead the UK programme and customer engagement MyDefence has appointed former British Army officer Liam Hutcheson, whose operational and procurement experience spans urgent capability acquisition supporting the war in Ukraine to most recently advising on the UK Ministry of Defence’s (MoD’s) Defence Supply Chain Capability Programme.
“Drones have transformed modern conflict, and the requirement for the UK to strengthen its C-UAS capability is clear,” said Hutcheson. “It is a really exciting time for the UK MoD; the momentum from the Strategic Defence Review and the anticipation of the Defence Investment Plan means the timing is perfect for MyDefence to enter the UK market. MyDefence has demonstrated that it can field proven systems at speed on NATO operations: a capability I am enormously proud to bring to the UK.”
Retired British Army lieutenant general Sir Chris Tickell, who is a member of the Board of Directors at MyDefence Group, added: “The proliferation of uncrewed systems poses a strategic challenge to all NATO forces. MyDefence brings a battle-proven, interoperable solution set that strengthens our collective defence posture. By establishing a UK presence, we are not only reinforcing our commitment to British industry and defence, but ensuring that our armed forces have immediate access to the tools they need to counter the threats of today and tomorrow.”
MyDefence’s global expansion and innovation is supported by existing investment partner Bridgepoint, which became the company’s majority shareholder in 2024.
