MaXon begins combat trials of air-to-air anti-Shahed defence system
Verified eventMaXon SystemsAug 15, 2025
Evidence notes
- Ukrainian reporting said MaXon's new air-to-air anti-Shahed defence system had begun combat trials
- The company said the system was designed to protect large areas using interceptor drones and aerostat-supported architecture
- The programme was framed as a practical alternative to expensive traditional air-defence missiles
Company context
Ukrainian defence technology company developing an autonomous counter-UAS platform designed to defend large areas against mass drone attacks. The company combines interceptor drones, detection/tracking, algorithms, and balloon-supported deployment architecture into an integrated air-defence system.