New acoustic and electronic warfare systems have entered field evaluations in Poland as part of the country’s East Shield border fortification initiative.
Leading the effort are seven acoustic reconnaissance platforms designed to detect and track incoming drones in real time using sound signatures.
By analyzing these sound patterns, the systems can identify potential aerial threats and track their movement.
A separate round of testing involved eight new electronic warfare (EW) tools, assessing their ability to detect and disrupt signals.
According to the Polish Armed Forces, artificial intelligence has been integrated into the systems, potentially to improve how data is processed and enable faster responses to drone threats.
Manufacturers have also reportedly declared the systems ready for direct integration into Polish military command networks.
Next Steps
Once the current phase concludes, a report will be submitted to Poland’s Minister of National Defense, along with expert recommendations on potential deployment pathways.
Preparations for the next round of testing are already underway, with 17 companies invited to participate in upcoming evaluations.
These trials will take place during the 16th Mechanized Division’s exercise as part of the “AMBER DEFENDER 26” federation in June.
East Shield Program
The East Shield program aims to strengthen national security through a mix of infrastructure upgrades and the deployment of modern defense technologies.
It brings together multiple government agencies and industry partners, while also seeking to raise public awareness of defense initiatives.
The effort is designed to deter emerging threats, protect both military personnel and civilians, and enhance Poland’s defense capabilities in coordination with allied partners.
