Qatar’s anti-drone solution aims to make sport events safer
The Peninsula
Doha: Qatar’s pioneering anti-drone solution, which is being developed by Rheinmetall Barzan Advanced Technologies (RBAT) to counter the ever-evolving threats in the defence sector, is also currently being groomed to be deployed during major sporting events in the country including the upcoming World Cup.
The anti-drone system which features a tailored layered defense solution against drone threats is among the latest defence technologies at RBAT, a joint venture between Qatar’s Barzan Holdings and German technology firm Rheinmetall. Speaking to The Peninsula on the sidelines of the opening of Milipol Qatar 2021 yesterday, RBAT’s Business Development Director Miles Lalor, said the company has already undertaken a number of proof of concept demonstrations and deployments for the Qatari anti-drone solution, particularly during National Day celebration and the recent sporting events in Qatar.More Related News