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Big news for UK defence innovation
The DragonFire laser programme has just secured its next major step, and it’s a real sign of how quickly directed-energy tech is moving from concept to reality in the UK.
A few things that stood out to me:
- Recent trials showed it can bring down fast-moving drones with impressive accuracy.
- It does this at a tiny fraction of the cost of traditional intercepts — a real shift in how we think about air defence.
- The system is planned to go on Type 45 destroyers from 2027, which is sooner than many expected.
- It’s also a solid boost for UK industry, supporting skilled jobs and keeping key technologies sovereign.
-And importantly, it’s come together through genuine collaboration across MBDA, QinetiQ, Leonardo and Dstl.
This is one of those projects that quietly marks a turning point. It’s not just new kit — it’s a sign of where future capability is heading.




