DroneShield renews sponsorship of ADF Drone Racing Team for 2026

DroneShield, a global leader in counter-drone technology, has confirmed its continued sponsorship of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Drone Racing Team for 2026, reinforcing the collaboration between commercial tech expertise and military innovation.

The renewed partnership extends beyond traditional sponsorship, focusing on knowledge exchange, skill development, and fostering advanced drone operations. DroneShield pilots will actively engage with the ADF Drone Racing Team to promote testing, learning, and operational innovation ahead of the Military International Drone Racing Tournament in Sydney, where the team will defend its world title for a sixth time in March 2026.

Oleg Vornik, Chief Executive of DroneShield, said: “The ADF Drone Racing Team continues to set the benchmark for advanced drone operations, and we’re proud to support their journey in 2026. This collaboration is about more than racing. It’s about building the skills and technologies that will define the next generation of Defence capability.”

Wing Commander Keirin Joyce, President of the ADF Drone Racing Team, added: “Our partnership with DroneShield helps drive innovation across Defence. By combining the expertise of pilots from the ADF drone racing team with cutting-edge counter-drone technology, we create a unique environment for testing, learning, and advancing Australia’s operational edge.”

For sponsorship and defence professionals, the agreement demonstrates how private sector technology partners can enhance operational capabilities, create measurable skills development outcomes, and generate visibility for innovation-driven defence initiatives. DroneShield’s support underlines the growing role of strategic sponsorships in advancing technical excellence within military contexts.

Explore the full details of DroneShield’s 2026 ADF Drone Racing Team sponsorship in the original article.

(Photo credits to DroneShield’s official website)