As drones continue to pose threats to NATO and European Nation member states, Israeli tech innovator ThirdEye Systems Ltd. has secured a new $800,000 order from two NATO-affiliated customers for its cutting-edge drone detection systems.
The deal marks the second major NATO-related contract for the company in 2025, following a $620,000 order earlier this year, solidifying ThirdEye’s growing reputation as a key player in international security technology.
Headquartered in Netanya, ThirdEye confirmed that part of the newly signed order will be deployed immediately, with one system slated for integration into active operations. The remaining units are expected to be delivered by Q1 2026, aligning with the company’s broader revenue forecast. Prior to this deal, ThirdEye projected revenue recognition of approximately NIS 17 million from its existing backlog, with an additional NIS 12 million in anticipated orders expected to be recognized in the first half of 2026.
“We continue to deepen the penetration of the company’s drone detection systems in overseas markets, whether through suppliers of security systems from NATO countries or direct collaborations with security apparatuses of NATO countries,”” said CEO Lior Segal.
The drone detection systems, developed over five years with substantial investment, leverage ThirdEye’s proprietary electro-optical and AI-based imaging technology. These systems are designed to operate in real time, under any conditions, and are already setting new standards for mobile, 24/7 surveillance in the field.
Russian Threat
The deal comes as Poland shot down Russian drones that had infiltrated into its airspace early Wednesday morning.
Poland's Operational Command of the Armed Forces said in a Facebook post on Wednesday that there had been an "unprecedented violation of Polish airspace by drone-type objects" as a result of a Russian attack on Ukraine.
"It's an act of aggression that has created a real threat to the safety of our citizens," the armed forces said in the post.
Russia has been launching drones at Ukraine since their invasion began and in a post on X, Mykhailo Podolyak. Adviser to the Head of the Office of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, warned that Russia is testing the responses of the West to the expansion of the war.
“Russia deliberately, thoughtfully, and with specific intentions attacked Poland with drones. This is, without a doubt, a completely conscious strategy. To test the "system of possible Western responses" and prove that it does not exist. To shock Ukraine's European partners, frighten them, and remove them from support algorithms. To expand and scale the war on European territory. To accustom them to the idea of the possibility and necessity of war,” he said. “As has been said repeatedly, Russia will never voluntarily exit the war. Therefore, living in the illusion that it is possible to appease the aggressor (Russia) by making compromises in its favor means only an inevitable massive tragedy for many European countries very soon…”
Global Reach
Founded in 2010, ThirdEye Systems has built a reputation for pioneering thermal and visual imaging solutions tailored for defense and security and has secured contracts across the globe . Their AI-powered edge computing platforms enable rapid image processing and situational awareness, making them indispensable in high-stakes environments. With a focus on reliability, mobility, and continuous operation, ThirdEye’s solutions are increasingly sought after by global defense entities.
In January, EDGE Group, the Abu Dhabi-based defense conglomerate, announced a $22 million deal that includes a direct equity investment and the formation of a new joint venture.
The joint venture aims to leverage Thirdeye Systems' intellectual property to develop and market advanced electro-optical object recognition systems, particularly focusing on unmanned aerial vehicle detection. This collaboration comes at a time when drone detection and defense capabilities are becoming increasingly crucial in modern warfare scenarios.
As Russia continues to threaten Europe, ThirdEye’s expansion into NATO markets signals a growing demand for intelligent, responsive drone detection systems.