Spotlight: IPG Defense

Why It Matters

The launch positions IPG to capture emerging defense and infrastructure protection demand in Asia-Pacific by repurposing established laser technology into a cost-effective counter-UAS solution, potentially reshaping procurement options for short-range drone defense. Increased competition and new capabilities could accelerate adoption of directed-energy systems in commercial and military deployments.

Summary

IPG Defense, a new defense arm of IPG Photonics, debuted at the Singapore Airshow to showcase laser-based counter-drone systems aimed at military, critical infrastructure and commercial customers across the Indo-Pacific. The company leveraged 35 years of laser manufacturing expertise to introduce its first product, the Crossbow Mini, a compact, standalone or networkable system designed to track and defeat unmanned aerial threats. The appearance marks IPG Defense’s first exhibition at the Singapore Airshow and signals the firm’s push to translate industrial laser capabilities into the counter-UAS market. Executives said the move targets growing drone threats in the region and provides regional customers a direct look at the company’s defense offerings.

Original Description

IPG Defense was at the Singapore Airshow to introduce its counter-drone capabilities to the APAC region. Dr Ben Allison, Vice President of the Defense arm of the company, tells Paul Burton about how those capabilities are expanding.