Robin Radar Systems

What Robin Radar Systems does

Robin Radar Systems is a Netherlands-based defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and services specialized micro-Doppler radar systems for detecting and classifying small aerial objects — primarily drones and birds. The company's product portfolio is anchored by two flagship systems: IRIS, a 3D drone detection radar providing 360° azimuth and up to 60° elevation coverage with deep neural network classification in a 29 kg package deployable in under 15 minutes, and MAX, a 3D avian radar for bird strike prevention and wildlife monitoring at airports and wind farms. Software upgrades such as IRIS Long-Range Mode (extending range to 12km) and IRIS OTM at Sea (maritime-adapted variant) are field-upgradable across the installed base. A wholly-owned subsidiary, Scarecrow, adds 40 years of bio-acoustic bird control technology with over 1,000 airport systems deployed.

The company sells almost exclusively through enterprise direct sales and defense OEM partnerships (Boeing, Thales, Saab, Diehl Defence, Moog) to defense ministries, military branches, airports, ports, critical infrastructure operators, and wind farm developers across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Ukraine. Revenue derives from one-time hardware purchases (radar systems) bundled with multi-year service and support contracts, plus software upgrades monetizing the installed base. Key customers include the Dutch Ministry of Defence (151 IRIS radars ordered in 2024-2025), the US Department of Homeland Security (FIFA World Cup 2026 deployment across 16 cities), Boeing, Thales, Saab, Diehl Defence, Royal Air Force, Amsterdam Schiphol, Equinor, Ecowende, and Gulf state governments.

Robin Radar is privately held under Netherlands-based private equity firm Parcom, which acquired the company in October 2024 to support global expansion and accelerated product development. Production capacity has scaled from 20 radars per year to 8 per week to fulfill the Dutch MoD contract, the company holds 35+ patents and 25+ documented C2/sensor integrations, and is headquartered in The Hague with regional offices in Sterling, Virginia and Maresfield, UK.

Name

Robin Radar Systems

Legal name

Robin Radar Systems B.V.

Website

https://robinradar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Robin Radar Systems is a Dutch defense technology company that designs micro-Doppler radar systems for detecting and classifying small aerial objects including drones and birds, serving defense ministries, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and wind farm developers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Counter-UAS Radar 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 Detection Sensors & Integrated Sensor Suites (IMABAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Radar Systems & Subsystems (Airborne, Ground, Naval) (IMABAGAA)

Keywords

• Counter-UAS radar systems
• Drone detection radar
• Bird detection radar
• Avian radar systems
• Micro-Doppler radar

Headquarters

HQ city

The Hague

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Radar Hardware Sales: Sale of radar systems including IRIS (drone detection) and MAX (avian detection). Revenue is primarily one-time hardware purchase, with the IRIS and MAX products forming the core product portfolio. Service agreements, training, and support packages are bundled post-sale.
2. Professional Services & Support: Installation, configuration, project management, onboarding, training, and ongoing service agreements including 24/7 monitoring and maintenance. Service agreements and support contracts provide recurring service revenue on top of initial hardware sales.
3. Software Upgrades: Software-only upgrades delivered to existing deployed systems (e.g., IRIS Long-Range Mode). All existing IRIS units can be field-upgraded, providing additional revenue opportunities from the installed base without hardware replacement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Robin Radar Systems designs, manufactures, and sells specialized 360° 3D radar systems that detect, track, and classify small aerial objects in real time. Its two flagship products are IRIS, a counter-UAS drone detection radar using micro-Doppler and deep neural network classification, and MAX, a 3D avian radar for bird strike avoidance at airports and environmental monitoring at wind farms. The company also offers bio-acoustic bird control solutions through its Scarecrow subsidiary and provides installation, training, and ongoing service agreements for all deployed systems.

Product overview

Robin Radar Systems is a Dutch defense technology company providing specialized radar systems for small object detection, primarily focused on bird and drone detection. The product portfolio centers on two flagship radar systems: IRIS (drone detection) and MAX (avian/bird detection), both offering 360-degree 3D coverage. IRIS is a counter-UAS micro-Doppler radar that detects, tracks, and classifies drones using deep neural network technology, available in variants including the standard 3D model and IRIS OTM at Sea for maritime applications. MAX is a 3D avian radar for bird strike avoidance at airports and wildlife monitoring at wind farms. The company also offers the SCARECROW line of bio-acoustic bird control solutions (a Robin company acquired in 2021) and software upgrades like the Long-Range Mode (LRM) for extended detection capabilities. Products integrate via API and partner platforms including DroneShield's SensorFusionAI ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Scarecrow: Bio-acoustic bird control technology company specializing in humane bird dispersal and data logging systems for airports and wildlife management.
• IRIS
• MAX

Products and services

• IRIS 3D Drone Detection Radar IRIS is Robin Radar's flagship 3D drone detection radar providing 360° azimuth and 60° elevation coverage in a compact 29 kg package. It uses micro-Doppler and deep neural network (DNN) technology to detect, track, and classify drones in real time, distinguishing them from birds and other objects. Designed for defense, security, and critical infrastructure operators.
• MAX 3D Avian Radar

Quantifiable outcome

• Detection range up to 12km for fixed-wing drones and loitering munitions via software-only Long-Range Mode upgrade
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• TNO (Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2026Robin Radar and TNO signed an agreement to develop airborne radar for ground and sea surveillance and imaging. The collaboration leverages Robin's radar expertise and TNO's research capabilities in defense technology. The partnership was announced at Robin Radar HQ in June 2026 and supports the Dutch Strategy for Industry and Innovation 2025-2029. This follows Boeing, Insitu, and TNO's Multi-function Radar ISR (MRaISR) project, where Robin participates.
• DroneShieldcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 March 2026DroneShield partnered with Robin Radar to integrate Robin's IRIS 3D radar technology into DroneShield's counter-UAS sensor marketplace and DroneSentry-C2 platform. The combined offering is powered by DroneShield's SensorFusionAI, which fuses data from multiple sensor types including Robin's radar for layered airspace protection. The partnership expands radar options for customers in defense, critical infrastructure, and public safety sectors seeking customized multi-sensor architectures.
• ESG / GUARDIONminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 July 2023Robin attended C-UAS testing events with GUARDION counter-UAS family of solutions partners. ESG's ELYSION command-and-control software integrates with Robin Radar systems as part of multi-layered C-UAS architectures for defense and public safety deployments.
• ThalesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 June 2023Thales and Robin Radar signed a multi-year global framework agreement for incorporating Robin's drone and bird detection radars into Thales' defense and security solutions portfolio worldwide. The partnership consolidates Robin's radar capability into Thales' systems offering, providing critical support for Thales' domestic and overseas defense customers.
• Saab ABmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 June 2022Saab AB and Robin Radar signed a global purchase framework agreement providing Saab access to Robin's complete portfolio of drone and bird detection radar systems for resale to international clients in aviation and security sectors. The partnership assures product supply for purchase by companies within the Saab Group and supports global defense and civil security operations.
• Moog, Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 June 2022Robin Radar Systems and Moog, Inc. signed a distribution agreement providing Moog access to Robin's radar portfolio for distribution to Moog's customer base. The agreement supports Robin's US market expansion through Moog's established defense supply chain and customer relationships.
• BoeingmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 November 2021Robin Radar entered a deal with Boeing for US market entry, with Boeing integrating Robin Radar technology into its defense and security offerings. The partnership is referenced as a milestone in Robin's international expansion strategy, leveraging Boeing's defense market position.
• Diehl DefencemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 April 2021Diehl Defence placed a multi-year order for an undisclosed number of IRIS systems — Robin's largest counter-drone radar contract at the time. Diehl integrates Robin's IRIS into its C-UAS defense system solutions for global defense customers, with focus on ground-based air defense (GBAD) and guided missile systems.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Dedrone: U.S.-based counter-UAS detection company offering RF, radar, and camera fusion via DedroneTracker.AI. Direct peer competing for layered airspace protection contracts alongside Robin Radar at airports, prisons, and stadiums (recently referenced together in Reuters coverage of the C-UAS market).
• Fortem Technologies: U.S. counter-UAS company offering DroneHunter radar-guided interceptor drones plus SkyDome radar detection. Co-deployed alongside Robin Radar IRIS by DHS for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making it a direct peer for event-security contracts.
• DroneShield: Australian-listed counter-UAS company providing RF, radar, and camera-based drone detection integrated into DroneSentry-C2. Direct peer because Robin Radar's IRIS is now integrated into DroneShield's sensor ecosystem, competing for the same defense, infrastructure, and event-security contracts.
• Blighter Surveillance Systems: UK-based radar company specializing in ground-based electronic-scanning radars for counter-UAS, perimeter security, and border surveillance. Direct peer offering competing radar-only detection products for defense and critical infrastructure customers.
• Echodyne: U.S. radar company building metamaterial-based electronically scanned array (ESA) radars for counter-UAS, autonomous systems, and airspace management. Direct peer in the small-object detection radar category with comparable defense and security customers.
• DeTect: U.S. company offering avian radar (BirdAlert), drone detection radar (DroneWatcher), and HARRIER air surveillance radars. Direct peer specifically in the bird-detection-at-airports and wind-farm environmental monitoring segment where Robin's MAX competes.
• D-Fend Solutions: Israeli counter-drone cyber-takeover specialist offering detection and mitigation across airports, prisons, and event venues. Direct peer in the layered C-UAS space, often bundled with radar partners for end-to-end solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Saab: Swedish defense and aerospace prime with global framework agreement to resell Robin Radar systems to international aviation and security clients. Functions as channel partner while also being a broad-incumbent competitor in air defense and counter-UAS solutions.
• Thales: Global defense and aerospace prime with multi-year framework agreement to integrate Robin Radar systems into its defense portfolio. Acts both as channel partner and broad-incumbent competitor with in-house radar, EW, and counter-drone capabilities across larger programs.
• HENSOLDT: European defense electronics prime offering radar, electronic warfare, and C-UAS solutions including bird-strike and drone-detection radars. Currently partners with Robin Radar at King Shaka Airport but is a broad incumbent competitor in the wider C-UAS and airspace-monitoring market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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