What D-Fend Solutions does

D-Fend Solutions, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Ra'anana, Israel, develops counter-drone (C-UAS) technology built on its proprietary RF Cyber Takeover method. The company's systems detect, locate, identify, and take control of unauthorized commercial drones by intervening in the radio-frequency communications between the pilot's remote controller and the drone, then redirecting the aircraft to a safe, predefined landing zone. Core products include the EnforceAir and EnforceAir2 platforms, the multilayer EnforceAir PLUS system (RF cyber-takeover plus radar, advanced drone identification, and optional smart jamming), the MSC2 multi-sensor command-and-control platform, the EnforceAir UX operations interface, and EnforceAir Analytics, supported by deployment kits for tactical, vehicular, stationary, backpack, long-range directional, and maritime configurations. The technology runs on proprietary software-defined radio hardware with patent-pending high-performance MIMO antennas and is AI-enhanced for drone classification and autonomous operation.

D-Fend sells primarily to government, military, law enforcement, and critical-infrastructure operators across more than 30 countries, with named reference deployments at US DOD, DHS, and DOJ; Five Eyes, G7, and NATO member-state agencies; the University of Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium; the 55th Annual JUNO Awards; and major international airports. Revenue is generated principally through one-time hardware sales of EnforceAir, EnforceAir2, and EnforceAir PLUS systems, with complementary professional services for training and 24/7/365 technical support; pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed. The company operates regional offices in Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, Japan, and South Korea, sells through direct enterprise field engagement with demonstration-driven evaluation, and maintains a Partner Program for integrators and resellers.

D-Fend was acquired by Motorola Solutions for $1.5 billion in a definitive agreement announced June 1, 2026 (expected to close Q4 2026), at approximately 8x its projected 2026 revenue of $185 million. Prior to the acquisition the company had raised roughly $67 million across venture rounds, with its most recent disclosed round — a $31 million raise in December 2024 led by Israel Growth Partners — implying a pre-money valuation of approximately $250 million. The acquisition positions D-Fend to leverage the Safer Skies Act expanding counter-drone authority to state and local law enforcement, and to combine its RF cyber-takeover capability with Motorola's broader public-safety and radio-frequency ecosystem.

Name

D-Fend Solutions

Legal name

D-Fend Solutions AD Ltd.

Website

http://www.d-fendsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

D-Fend Solutions (Israel, founded 2016) develops RF cyber-takeover counter-drone systems (EnforceAir, EnforceAir2, EnforceAir PLUS) that detect, identify, and safely redirect unauthorized drones for government, military, law enforcement, and critical-infrastructure operators across 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Counter-Drone Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Systems & Drone Defense (IMABAIAG)

Keywords

• Counter-drone systems
• RF cyber takeover
• C-UAS technology
• Drone detection mitigation
• Anti-drone hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Ra'anana

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Counter-Drone Hardware Systems (EnforceAir, EnforceAir2, EnforceAir PLUS): D-Fend Solutions generates revenue primarily through the sale of its counter-drone hardware systems (EnforceAir, EnforceAir2, EnforceAir PLUS) along with associated software and deployment kits. The company also generates revenue from professional services including training and 24/7/365 technical support. Systems are sold directly to government agencies, law enforcement, military, and critical infrastructure operators globally. The company reported approximately $100 million in revenue in 2025 with projected $185 million for 2026, representing over 50% annual revenue growth.
2. Professional Services (Training and Support): Annual revenue growth exceeding 50% over three years, with systems deployed across more than 30 countries and thousands of deployments. Professional services including training and 24/7 technical support are offered as recurring revenue complement to hardware sales.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

D-Fend Solutions develops and sells counter-drone (C-UAS) hardware systems that detect, locate, identify, and take control of unauthorized drones using proprietary RF Cyber Takeover technology. The EnforceAir product family uses software-defined radio hardware to intervene in drone-pilot RF communications and safely land rogue drones in predefined zones. The company also sells deployment kits (tactical, vehicular, maritime, backpack, stationary) and offers professional services including training and 24/7 support.

Product overview

D-Fend Solutions is a counter-drone technology company offering a comprehensive product portfolio centered on RF cyber-takeover technology. The core offering consists of EnforceAir and EnforceAir2 systems - both high-performance, non-kinetic, AI-enhanced counter-drone platforms that detect, identify, and take control of rogue drones through RF cyber-takeover, safely landing them in predefined zones. EnforceAir PLUS extends the platform with cyber-driven multilayer C-UAS protection combining RF takeover with radar and smart jamming. Supporting modules include EnforceAir UX (intuitive user interface), EnforceAir Analytics (reporting), and MSC2 (Multi-Sensor Command Control). The portfolio spans multiple deployment configurations including Tactical, Vehicular, Covert Vehicle, Military Vehicle, Maritime, Stationary, Long-Range Directional, and Backpack kits, enabling deployment across diverse sectors including defense, government, law enforcement, airports, critical infrastructure, and public events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EnforceAir: High-performance anti-drone system delivering cyber-driven, non-kinetic, AI-enhanced counter-drone capabilities powered by RF cyber takeover technology.
• EnforceAir PLUS
• EnforceAir2
• EnforceAir UX
• MSC2

Products and services

• EnforceAir High-performance, non-kinetic counter-drone system that detects, locates, identifies, and takes control of unauthorized drones via RF cyber takeover, safely landing them in predefined zones. Designed for defense, government, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure customers.
• EnforceAir2 Next-generation RF-cyber counter-drone system with up to 4.5 km detection range, 1.2–4 km typical mitigation range, 360-degree omni coverage, and best-in-class SWaP. Purpose-built C-UAS Cyber-SDR hardware with multiple receivers/transmitters, high-performance MIMO antennas, and real-time processing. Designed for defense, government, law enforcement, airports, and critical infrastructure.
• EnforceAir PLUS Cyber-driven multilayer counter-drone system combining RF cyber-takeover with radar, advanced drone identification, and smart RF-effector jamming in a compact integrated platform. Designed for environments requiring layered detection and escalation.
• EnforceAir UX Operations Interface Graphical user interface and command center for EnforceAir systems running on a ruggedized multi-touch tablet. Simplifies airspace management with mission planning, real-time map views, automatic or manual modes, and drone ticketing providing model, takeoff point, and pilot location.
• EnforceAir Analytics Analytics module for the EnforceAir system providing data insights and reporting on drone incidents, threat patterns, and system performance.
• MSC2 (Multi-Sensor Command and Control) Centralized anti-drone management system providing multi-sensor command and control capabilities for EnforceAir systems, orchestrating detection and mitigation across multiple sensor inputs.
• EnforceAir2 Maritime Version Ruggedized maritime counter-UAS platform designed for naval vessels and port facilities using RF-cyber technology to address unique RF propagation challenges in maritime environments.
• Professional Services (Training and 24/7 Support) Training and 24/7/365 technical support services offered to EnforceAir customers as a recurring complement to hardware system sales.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50% annual revenue growth for three consecutive years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments14 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Motorola SolutionsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Motorola Solutions agreed to acquire D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 billion in a definitive agreement announced June 1, 2026, expected to close in Q4 2026 pending regulatory approvals. The acquisition positions Motorola to capitalize on the Safer Skies Act expanding drone detection and mitigation authority to local law enforcement. D-Fend's RF cyber-based counter-drone solutions complement Motorola's existing radio frequency and public safety technology ecosystem. The acquisition is part of Motorola's broader strategy following its $4.4 billion Silvus acquisition, extending Motorola's capabilities in both drone technology and counter-drone solutions.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Dedrone: U.S.-based counter-drone detection specialist using RF, radar, and sensor fusion for airspace security. Direct peer to D-Fend in the C-UAS detection layer, frequently competing in government, airport, and critical infrastructure tenders.
• DroneShield: Australian-listed C-UAS vendor offering DroneSentry and DroneGun counter-drone solutions. Most directly comparable publicly traded peer to D-Fend, competing in RF detection and mitigation for defense, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure buyers globally.
• Liteye Systems: Colorado-based C-UAS integrator offering multi-sensor detection and defeat solutions (Anti-UAS Defense System / AUDS). Direct peer competing in U.S. military and critical infrastructure counter-drone programs alongside D-Fend.
• Fortem Technologies: U.S. counter-drone company offering DroneHunter (autonomous interceptor) and SkyDome airspace management. Direct competitor in the C-UAS mitigation category, focused on military, airports, and stadiums — overlapping with several D-Fend verticals.
• Blighter Surveillance Systems: U.K.-based radar specialist whose C-UAS offering (A400 series, integrated with Chess Dynamics effectors) competes in the layered C-UAS segment. Direct peer in defense and airport counter-drone deployments across Five Eyes and NATO markets.
• Department 13 (now SRC Inc. / Reveal Technology): Pioneer in RF-cyber drone takeover (MESMER / SENTINEL platform) — the closest technology analog to D-Fend's RF cyber approach. Competes head-to-head in government and defense C-UAS RF-cyber use cases.

Broad incumbents

• Anduril Industries: U.S. defense technology prime with the Lattice C-UAS family (Roadrunner, Anvil) spanning detection and kinetic mitigation. Broader incumbent with diversified autonomy and weapons portfolio, increasingly competing for the same large defense and homeland security counter-drone contracts as D-Fend.
• Rheinmetall: German defense prime with growing C-UAS capabilities (Oerlikon Skynex, drone-shooter Skyranger) and recent acquisitions in the counter-drone space. Regional incumbent in D-Fend's home European defense market, especially relevant given Bundeswehr and NATO tenders.
• Thales Group: European defense and aerospace prime with C-UAS offerings (EagleShield, GameKeeper) integrated into broader air defense and HENSOLDT radar portfolios. Broad incumbent competing for the same multinational defense and homeland security contracts as D-Fend.
• Lockheed Martin (C-UAS portfolio): U.S. defense prime with multiple C-UAS offerings including MORFIUS, ICARUS, and integrated air defense solutions. Broad incumbent competing for high-end defense counter-drone programs, frequently bundled with broader missile and air defense portfolios.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DFendSolutions
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/DFendSolutions
• Facebookfacebook.com/DFendSolutions
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/d-fend-solutions

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors4 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about D-Fend Solutions