Kentaurus

What Kentaurus does

Kentaurus is a Madrid-based Spanish company founded in 2017 that designs, develops, rents, and installs anti-drone defense systems. The company sells directly to government, military, police, airport operators, and critical infrastructure operators through a sales-led motion, with a flexible rental channel for events and short-term deployments. Kentaurus is privately held with 100% Spanish capital and is led by founder and CEO David M.

The company's offering centers on the Kentaurus System, an integrated counter-UAS platform that combines detection sensors (radar, cameras, RF detection) with countermeasures (GPS spoofing/jamming, RF jamming) in a modular architecture deployable as permanent installations or temporary setups. The product portfolio spans handheld portable devices (G1V, G1V2, G3V), stationary defense systems (Armor Box 1 through Armor Box 4) providing 360-degree protection with ranges up to 36km, vehicle-mounted mobile systems (MOBILE Box, MOBILE Box II), dedicated detection systems (Precision Box with 8km range and 70MHz-6,000MHz frequency coverage, AD6 Detect Dual with claimed 99.9% detection rates, and the Black Box GPS spoofing radar), specialized countermeasures against Russian-manufactured UAVs (Interceptor AD4), VTOL reconnaissance/strike platforms (V3 ECO 300km, V2 Hybrid 1,000km), the K-101 loitering munition, and an integrated Airport Surveillance & Anti Drone System solution.

Kentaurus generates revenue through hardware sales, equipment rental, and system integration services. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; advanced products (VTOL V3 ECO, VTOL V2 Hybrid) are handled through encrypted communications channels. The company has no disclosed revenue, no disclosed funding rounds, and no named customers in the source material. The team of 11-50 employees is described as diversified across engineering, systems, technology, operations, and commercial functions. The corporate website includes an investor inquiry form, suggesting the company is open to external capital, while multi-language support (English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish) signals an international commercial ambition from a Spain-headquartered base.

Name

Kentaurus

Legal name

Kentaurus

Website

https://kentaurus.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kentaurus is a Madrid-based Spanish anti-drone defense company founded in 2017 that designs, rents, and installs integrated counter-UAS systems—including handheld jammers, stationary and mobile platforms, detection sensors, VTOL reconnaissance UAVs, and loitering munitions—for military, government, airport, and critical infrastructure customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Anti-drone defense systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Counter-UAS Detection Sensors & Integrated Sensor Suites (IMABAGAK), Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms (IMABAMAC), VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC), Autonomy Software, AI & Mission Management (UAS/UXV) (IMABAIAH), Radar Systems & Subsystems (Airborne, Ground, Naval) (IMABAGAA), Aerial Robotics (Drones & UAV Autonomy) (HDAAAIAG), Autonomous Flight Control & Guidance Systems (UAS/Urban Air Mobility) (IMABAFAO)

Keywords

• Anti-drone defense systems
• Drone detection sensors
• RF jamming equipment
• GPS spoofing systems
• Counter-UAV hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Anti-Drone Hardware Sales: Sale of proprietary anti-drone defense devices including handheld systems (G1V, G3V), stationary units (Armor Box series), mobile solutions (Mobile Box), and detection systems (Precision Box, AD6 Detect Dual)
2. Equipment Rental: Flexible rental option for all devices allowing rapid deployment for temporary security needs at events, emergencies, or short-term protection scenarios
3. Integrated Security Solutions: Complete anti-drone system integration combining radar, sensors, cameras, and countermeasures into unified security platforms for airports, critical infrastructure, and government facilities

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Kentaurus designs, develops, rents, and installs proprietary anti-drone defense hardware combining radar, electro-optical sensors, dual-sensor RF detectors, GPS spoofing modules, and RF jamming countermeasures into modular systems for military, government, airport, critical infrastructure, and security customers. The portfolio includes handheld, stationary, vehicle-mounted, and UAV-based platforms supported by detection, countermeasure, and integration services.

Product overview

Kentaurus offers a comprehensive anti-drone defense ecosystem built around its core Kentaurus System platform, which integrates radar, sensors (Kentaurus EyE), countermeasure devices (G3V), cameras, and specialized sensors into a unified architecture. The portfolio spans handheld portable devices (G1V, G1V2, G3V) for mobile individual operators, stationary defense systems (Armor Box series from Armor Box to Armor Box 4) providing fixed protection installations, mobile vehicle-mounted solutions (MOBILE Box, MOBILE Box II) for convoy and mobile asset protection, detection systems (Precision Box, AD6 Detect Dual, Black Box radar) for surveillance and satellite navigation deception, specialized countermeasure systems for Russian UAVs (Interceptor AD4, MOBILE Box II), VTOL UAV platforms (V3 ECO 300km, V2 Hybrid 1000km) for offensive and reconnaissance missions, and the K-101 loitering munition for precision strikes. The system is modular and configurable for both permanent and temporary deployments across military, government, critical infrastructure, prison, airport, commercial, and private security applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kentaurus G1V 100% autonomous, portable handheld anti-drone device with dual GPS spoofing and RF jamming functionality that forces drones to return to origin or descend for capture. Operable by a single individual.
• Kentaurus G3V Handheld pistol-type anti-drone device with multiband transmitter antenna that generates UAV flight control interference and GNSS interference signals to force drones to return or land. Powered by NATO BB2590 battery.
• Kentaurus G1V2 Updated version of the G1V handheld anti-drone device featuring proprietary patented technology, 100% autonomous and portable operation, and immediate action capability for controlling unmanned aircraft.
• Kentaurus Armor Box Stationary 100% autonomous and portable outdoor anti-drone device using digital interference technology to create a 360-degree protection dome with 2km height and up to 18km range, blocking drone guidance and radio communication systems.
• Kentaurus Armor Box 2 Enhanced stationary anti-drone defense system extending coverage to up to 36km, creating a 360-degree protection dome with 2km height coverage.
• Kentaurus Armor Box 3 Stationary anti-drone defense system with 3–5km detection range, 100% autonomous and portable, effective against a wide range of drone models.
• Kentaurus Armor Box 4 Latest generation stationary anti-drone defense system, 100% autonomous and portable, with immediate action capability for locating and neutralizing drones.
• Kentaurus MOBILE Box Vehicle-mounted anti-drone system with autonomous continuous operation, designed to protect specific areas, vehicles, VIP convoys, and ammunition convoys, with range up to 2km.
• Kentaurus MOBILE Box II Mobile anti-drone system specifically designed to block Russian-manufactured drones, creating a 360-degree sphere with 3km radius for protecting military convoys, bases, nuclear power plants, critical buildings, and airports.
• Kentaurus Precision Box High-sensitivity UAV detection system with up to 8km range, including a database of all civilian drone flight control data with extensible frequencies from 70 MHz to 6,000 MHz.
• Kentaurus Interceptor UAV AD4 Countermeasure system protecting airspace from latest Russian UAV models. The AD-4000 features full frequency band suppression covering most military and civilian UAVs with a directional RF antenna providing 120-degree horizontal and 90-degree vertical coverage.
• Kentaurus Black Box Innovative anti-drone radar system with satellite navigation deception (SD-01). Includes satellite signal simulator, ephemeris receiver, power configurator, and signal transmitter for GPS spoofing that makes drones land, deviate, or refuse to fly.
• Kentaurus AD6 Detect Dual 24/7 dual sensor detection system capable of detecting 99.9% of commercial, DIY, and FPV drones. High-precision detection technology minimizes missed alarms and false alarms with real-time display of drone direction and quantity.
• Kentaurus VTOL V3 ECO Multi-task VTOL UAV with 300km range, used for day/night reconnaissance, search and rescue, air attack, artillery correction, fire control, ground attack combat robot, anti-poaching, and counter-UAV operations.
• Kentaurus VTOL V2 Hybrid Extended range VTOL UAV with 1,000km range. Multi-task unmanned aerial system for military, police, and civil applications including reconnaissance, search and rescue, and combat operations.
• Kentaurus K-101 Drone Suicida Loitering munition (suicide drone) system combining weapons and aerial surveillance. Features extended hover time over target area, selective target engagement, and cylindrical design with foldable rotors and optoelectronic smart capsules.
• Airport Surveillance & Anti Drone System Integrated airport security solution combining detection and recognition systems with panoramic video monitoring, intelligent video algorithms for aircraft/people/vehicle behavior analysis, and automated early warning alarms for restricted areas.
• Kentaurus Equipment Rental Program Flexible rental option for all Kentaurus anti-drone devices, allowing rapid deployment for temporary security needs at events, emergencies, or short-term protection scenarios.
• Kentaurus System Integration Services Complete anti-drone system integration service combining radar, sensors, cameras, and countermeasures into unified security platforms for airports, critical infrastructure, and government facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% detection rate for commercial drones, DIY drones, and FPV drones
• +3 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Anduril Industries: US defense-tech prime offering Lattice software and Roadrunner C-UAS effector. Overlaps Kentaurus in detection-and-defeat capability but operates at significantly larger scale with established DoD contracts and capital.
• Leonardo: Italian defense prime offering the Falcon Shield C-UAS system covering detection and defeat. Comparable in European defense customer access and integrated C-UAS architecture, with greater scale and incumbency.
• Thales: European defense prime with integrated C-UAS solutions for airspace protection. Comparable on the airport and military segments where Kentaurus competes, but Thales brings broader portfolio depth and NATO-codified systems.

Direct peers

• DroneShield: Australian-listed C-UAS specialist offering DroneGun handheld jammers, DroneSentry integrated systems, and detection sensors. Closest direct comparable in product scope (handheld jammers + fixed-site detection) and target customer mix (military, airports, critical infrastructure).
• Dedrone: US-headquartered counter-UAS vendor focused on multi-sensor detection (radio, radar, camera) and soft-kill integration. Directly comparable on the detection-and-soft-kill portion of Kentaurus's stack and on the airport/critical-infrastructure buyer segment.
• SRC Inc. US non-profit defense contractor offering Silent Archer counter-UAS suite combining radar, EO/IR, and jamming. Comparable on integrated C-UAS architecture for fixed and mobile military applications.
• Blighter Surveillance Systems: UK-based radar specialist whose A400/A800 series radars are widely integrated into C-UAS solutions. Comparable as a sensor supplier feeding into detection architectures similar to Kentaurus's Precision Box and AD6 Detect Dual.
• D-Fend Solutions: Israeli C-UAS provider of EnforceAir, a cyber-takeover system for rogue drones. Comparable in counter-UAS niche with emphasis on non-kinetic disruption methods, addressing similar military, airport, and prison use cases as Kentaurus.
• Liteye Systems: US counter-UAS integrator offering the SHIELD system combining radar, EO/IR, and RF jamming. Comparable as a full-stack C-UAS provider serving military and critical-infrastructure customers with bundled detection-and-defeat solutions.

Emerging players

• Fortem Technologies: US C-UAS specialist offering DroneHunter interceptor UAVs alongside TrueView radar. Comparable in combining detection with kinetic UAV effectors, though currently focused on the US market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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