Commodities
Powerus Secures $22.3 Million Deal for Counter-Drone System in Middle East
A US-based autonomous systems firm, Powerus, has secured a $22.3 million contract to deploy a counter-drone detection and tracking system at an undisclosed Middle Eastern energy facility.
The deal is one of the largest commercial contracts for aerial threat protection at oil and gas infrastructure in the region.
The agreement covers hardware, software, installation, and a 24-month maintenance program, indicating a comprehensive deployment to protect critical infrastructure from drone threats.
Rising drone threats to oil and gas sites have pushed energy companies to rethink security measures, with counter-drone systems becoming a priority in the region.