Company: D-Fend Solutions, Ra'anana, Israel
Nomination Submitted by: Relativity Ventures
Company Description: D-Fend Solutions is the leading counter-drone takeover technology provider, enabling full control, safety, and continuity during rogue drone incidents across complex and sensitive environments, to overcome current and emerging drone threats. D-Fend Solutions’ technology has been chosen as best-in-class and is deployed by multiple top-tier governmental agencies.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Company of the Year - Aerospace & Defense - Medium-size
 Nomination Title: D-Fend Solutions
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- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this first question: Briefly describe the nominated organization: its history and past performance (up to 200 words):
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D-Fend Solutions is the leading RF cyber-based counter-drone takeover technology provider, enabling full control, safety, and continuity during rogue drone incidents across complex and sensitive environments to overcome both current and emerging drone threats. EnforceAir, its core offering, focuses on the most dangerous drone threats across military, public safety, airports, prisons, major events, and critical infrastructure. Employing non-jamming, non-kinetic technology, EnforceAir is deployed at major international airports worldwide and top-tier U.S. government agencies including the military, federal law enforcement, and homeland security. EnforceAir delivers comprehensive end-to-end detection and mitigation for situational awareness, operational continuity, and safe controlled outcomes.
The U.S. Army’s counter-drone office recently recommended D-Fend as one of the top organizations providing defense against rogue drones, transforming the future of airspace safety and consistently standing out as a provider of distinctive technology that provides innovative solutions. With hundreds of deployments worldwide, D-Fend’s proven track record of safeguarding high-profile leaders, gatherings, and organizations, underscores their transformative impact on security operations, elevating standards of safety and resilience.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this second question: Outline the organization's achievements since the beginning of 2022 that you wish to bring to the judges' attention (up to 250 words):
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In 2022, EnforceAir was seamlessly integrated into SAIC's Valkyrie C2 system following a recommendation from the U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office. This integration underscores D-Fend's strategic partnerships and recognition by key governmental bodies. Moreover, collaborations with Securiton Germany and Resource Industries have expanded D-Fend’s global footprint, making them the exclusive C-UAS solutions supplier for Securiton Germany and supplying advanced C-UAS technology security agencies in the United Arab Emirates.
In 3Q2022, D-Fend Solutions achieved over $3 million in EnforceAir sales to various U.S. federal security agencies. They were also selected for the FAA's Airport UAS Detection and Mitigation Research Program, marking a significant milestone as the first RF-cyber-based full takeover UAS detection and mitigation system in the program.
In 2023 D-Fend demonstrated its commitment to innovation and continuous improvement with the introduction of their next-generation product, EnforceAir2. Building upon the foundation of excellence established by EnforceAir, EnforceAir2 delivers enhanced power, performance, portability, and range, setting a new standard for counter-drone technology.
D-Fend also collaborates with Syzygy Integration to integrate EnforceAir C-UAS with Syzygy’s SNAP, integrates EnforceAir with Liteye Systems’ SHIELD for a Multi-Domain Defense System known as SHIELD-Cyber, and partners with All Secure Group to distribute EnforceAir2 to law enforcement agencies and specific sectors, enhancing product reach and distribution.
Additionally, D-Fend bolstered its leadership team in 2023, appointing a CFO and expanding its U.S. team with key executives. These strategic moves reflect D-Fend’s focus on driving sustained growth and expansion in key markets.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this third question: Explain why the achievements you have highlighted are unique or significant. If possible compare the achievements to the performance of other players in your industry and/or to the organization's past performance (up to 250 words):
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D-Fend's achievements are particularly notable due to their innovative approach to counter-drone technology and strategic collaborations. EnforceAir2’s non-jamming, non-kinetic RF Cyber technology enables users to remotely take control of potential threats without disrupting frequencies or using kinetic projectiles, minimizing collateral damage and disturbances. Additionally, the introduction of EnforceAir2’s man-portable covert backpack deployment represents a breakthrough in on-the-move, full-capability protection proving invaluable for military, law enforcement, and security agencies during tactical and stealth operations, particularly in challenging - terrains.
D-Fend Solutions' 3Q2022 achievements in sales not only bolster the company but also safeguard sensitive sites and environments from potential drone threats or attacks. Collaboration with the FAA and recognition by DoD's Joint Counter Small Unmanned Systems Office (JCO) signify product reliability and expand deployment opportunities across various US federal agencies. Progression to testing at a second airport marks a significant milestone, supporting further evaluation.
D-Fend's expansion in the U.S. market and strategic leadership hires signal growth and market penetration. Collaboration with reputable organizations like the FAA, Syzygy, Liteye, and the All Secure Group demonstrates a commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions and addressing evolving threats effectively.
The Syzygy integration enhances support for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) across DHS, DOD, DOJ, and first responders, addressing rogue drone activity at sensitive sites and events. D-Fend Solutions’ collaboration with Liteye enhances detection and response to C-UAS threats while the All Secure Group partnership emphasizes the importance of EnforceAir's non-jamming, non-kinetic technology in protecting urban and sensitive environments, enabling safer airspace and community continuity.
- You have the option to answer this final question: Reference any attachments of supporting materials throughout this nomination and how they provide evidence of the claims you have made in this nomination (up to 250 words):
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The EnforceAir Overview & Introduction Video is a premier representation of how D-Fend Solutions constantly develops new capabilities to always stay a new drone threat ahead, giving a visual representation of their technology and how it works.
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