NATO to procure six portable kits to jam GPS and drone signals

What the kits will do

The kits will be capable of jamming the four major satellite navigation systems—GPS (US), GLONASS (Russia), Galileo (EU), and BeiDou (China)—as well as drone control links at 400–500 MHz and 2–3 GHz, and video links in the 5–6 GHz band. The jamming radius is adjustable, ranging from 500 meters to 11 kilometers.

Each kit must be portable enough for one or two people to carry, deployable within 30 minutes, and operable for four hours on battery power. Remote control will be possible via encrypted satellite links, and the interface must be simple enough for non-specialists to use.

Why NATO is procuring these kits

The procurement is a direct response to years of GPS interference over the Baltic Sea and Eastern Europe, which NATO has attributed to Russia. A notable incident in 2025 involved the jamming of a European Commission aircraft over Bulgaria, suspected to be caused by Russian interference.

While the primary purpose of the kits is to expose NATO ships, aircrews, and drone operators to realistic electronic warfare conditions during training exercises, the notice suggests they could also be deployed in operational scenarios.

Procurement timeline

NATO plans to issue a request for proposals on October 26, 2026, with vendor bids due by November 30. The contract is expected to be awarded by December 11, 2026.

What this means

Lazyfounder analysis — our interpretation, not reported fact.

NATO’s investment in portable jamming technology reflects the escalating role of electronic warfare in modern conflict. For startups and operators in the defense and aerospace sectors, this procurement underscores the growing demand for resilient navigation and communication systems. Commercial drone operators, particularly those in logistics or surveillance, should also take note: the kits’ ability to disrupt drone control and video links signals heightened risks in regions with active electronic warfare. While the kits are framed as training tools, their potential operational use suggests NATO is preparing for scenarios where GPS and drone communications are actively contested.

Key takeaways

• Defense technology startups in electronic warfare and satellite navigation resilience may find new market opportunities as NATO modernizes its capabilities.
• Founders developing anti-jamming or resilient navigation systems could see increased demand from both military and commercial sectors.
• The procurement timeline signals near-term opportunities for vendors specializing in portable, multi-band jamming systems.
• The focus on drone jamming highlights risks for drone operators, including commercial and logistics providers, particularly in contested regions.

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