Countering Illegal Use of UAS Around Prisons and Sensitive Sites

This grant funds solutions to stop illegal drones around prisons and sensitive sites. You need to develop technology that can counter hostile drones without causing damage to other systems. The focus is on stopping drones used for smuggling contraband or surveillance. Innovate UK Business Connect is running this competition. The deadline is 31 March 2026. No funding amounts are specified in the available information. You will need to create low-collateral solutions that can safely disable or redirect unwanted drones.

This grant is for technology companies and security specialists who can develop anti-drone systems. You should have experience in aerospace, defence, or security technology. It is not suitable for general businesses without technical expertise in drone countermeasures.

Seeking low-collateral solutions to counter hostile Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS), used for contraband delivery, surveillance near prisons and sensitive sites