Investment of $2.6 million granted to ApolloShield in seed round financing
ApolloShield: A Promising Player in Counter-Drone Security
ApolloShield, a Y Combinator-backed startup, is making waves in the counter-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) market, specializing in drone detection and mitigation technologies for security-critical environments. Despite a lack of comprehensive data on its market position, the company has garnered attention for its innovative approach to drone security.
Based in the heart of the counter-drone ecosystem, ApolloShield is recognized for its role in protecting sensitive or high-risk sites. The startup, founded by former Israeli Defence Force engineers, has raised a total of $2.62M USD, including a seed investment of $2.5M led by Partech and AltaIR Capital, and a smaller grant from a startup competition or accelerator in August 2016.
ApolloShield's focus lies in civilian, enterprise, and infrastructure use cases where speed, legality, and modularity are paramount. Its flagship product, the Omni RF Sensor, delivers rapid drone detection via RF signature analysis. The system, designed for easy deployment at stadiums, government facilities, airports, and private estates, can intercept incoming drone signals and trigger automatic safe return command protocols. Setup takes just three minutes, and minimal training is required.
Jacob Stoner, CEO of Flyeye.io, a respected figure within the drone community, shares a keen interest in the societal impact of drone technology advancements. ApolloShield's mission aligns with Stoner's vision, offering a legal, reliable alternative to kinetic or signal-based drone disruption, safeguarding sensitive sites from unauthorized drones.
With active airspace protection at events and critical infrastructure in over 25 countries, ApolloShield stands out as a field-proven provider of counter-UAS technology. The company is positioning itself as the go-to provider for managed airspace defense, envisioning widespread deployment of systems that detect, track, and safely return intruding drones.
However, detailed public information about ApolloShield's market share, recent funding rounds beyond YC, or competitive standing relative to other drone security firms remains limited or not widely reported. As the demand for counter-drone solutions continues to grow in the wake of increasing drone security concerns, the exact market position of ApolloShield within the broader counter-drone ecosystem remains unclear.
[[1] ApolloShield Website: https://www.apolloshield.co/] [[2] Crunchbase Profile: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/apollo-shield] [[3] TechCrunch Article: https://techcrunch.com/2016/08/26/apollo-shield-raises-2-5m-to-make-drones-safer-from-terrorist-attacks/]
- ApolloShield's focus on drone detection and mitigation technologies, especially in the realm of counter-UAS, is a testament to the significant role technology plays in the company's strategies for security-critical environments.
- As ApolloShield raises funds to expand its counter-drone technology, the company highlights the crucial role technology will continue to play in safeguarding sensitive sites and offering a legal, reliable alternative to drone disruption.
