DFT & Powerus Form Alliance for Kinetic Counter-UAS Solutions

Digital Force Technologies and Powerus are partnering to develop a fully integrated Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) capability designed to intercept Group 1–3 drone threats.

The collaboration merges Powerus’ autonomous interceptor drone technology with Digital Force Technologies’ (DFT) Seraphim command-and-control (C2) platform. By unifying detection, tracking, and kinetic defeat into a single operational stack, the companies aim to increase response speeds and reduce the cognitive burden on operators working in contested environments. This modular system is engineered to address the increasing complexity of one-way attack drones and loitering munitions.

The initial rollout focuses on a rapidly deployable system that allows for immediate operational use. Future iterations of the technology will incorporate higher levels of autonomy to improve engagement efficiency and support scalable operations across diverse mission sets. As a defense technology firm specializing in advanced sensing systems, DFT provides the underlying framework through Seraphim, which fuses sensor data and tracking into a single interface.

Justin MacLaurin, President and CEO of Digital Force Technologies, said, “A highly successful counter-UAS defeat chain relies on adaptable kinetic solutions matched with command and control software that work together to be part of an evolving system. Cheap, disposable weapons allow enemies in today’s conflict to continuously shift attack strategies. Allies need a system that is designed to physically and technologically match and surpass enemy fighters while quickly adapting to emerging threats. That’s what our partnership with Powerus brings to the table.”

Powerus, a U.S.-based company focused on drone infrastructure for defense and critical infrastructure, developed the interceptor hardware specifically for speed and scale in combat conditions. The partnership was informed by direct discussions with military operators and U.S. Department of War stakeholders regarding current gaps in counter-drone capabilities.

Brett Velicovich, Powerus Co-Founder, added, “While others are adapting to yesterday’s threats, we’re already building for tomorrow’s fight. Discussions with military operators and U.S. Department of War stakeholders directly informed the immediate need for development of this capability and exposed a clear gap today’s counter-drone solutions, which aren’t keeping pace with how quickly threats are evolving. Powerus is developing mission-ready interceptor systems built for speed, scale, and real-world combat conditions. Our partnership with Digital Force Technologies looks to bring together sensors and interceptors into a single operational framework, positioning America one step ahead of adversaries and ready for the next phase of drone warfare.”