The Estonian government has unveiled a new drone roadmap focused on expanding counter-drone capabilities, easing testing regulations, and accelerating drone adoption across defense and economic sectors. A bill approved in April expands the authority of the Estonian Defense Forces, police, and critical infrastructure operators to detect and counter suspicious drones during peacetime, including use of shotguns and electronic countermeasures under regulatory oversight. Industry players note that existing Estonian regulations still restrict broader drone testing and deployment, contrasting with more permissive environments in Latvia and Ukraine. Estonian companies such as DefSecIntel Solutions and Kraftworks are engaged in producing radar and interceptor drone systems, with DefSecIntel having tested successfully during NATO exercises and supplying internationally. Estonia's testing ranges are heavily used, limiting capacity. The roadmap aims to address regulatory gaps and enhance counter-drone development.

The Estonian government has unveiled a new drone roadmap focused on expanding counter-drone capabilities, easing testing regulations, and accelerating drone adoption across defense and economic sectors. A bill approved in April expands the authority of the Estonian Defense Forces, police, and critical infrastructure operators to detect and counter suspicious drones during peacetime, including use of shotguns and electronic countermeasures under regulatory oversight. Industry players note that existing Estonian regulations still restrict broader drone testing and deployment, contrasting with more permissive environments in Latvia and Ukraine. Estonian companies such as DefSecIntel Solutions and Kraftworks are engaged in producing radar and interceptor drone systems, with DefSecIntel having tested successfully during NATO exercises and supplying internationally. Estonia's testing ranges are heavily used, limiting capacity. The roadmap aims to address regulatory gaps and enhance counter-drone development.