Landmark acquisition by U.S. Department of War task force affirms Fortem’s interceptor as a proven, deployable counter-drone solution and establishes a pathway for scaled deployment

Fortem Technologies, the global leader in airspace security and counter-drone solutions, today welcomed the U.S. Department of War’s announcement that Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) has selected the company’s DroneHunter® interceptor as the first purchase under Replicator 2, a fast-track effort designed to move deployable counter-drone systems into operational use quickly.

“This selection is a powerful vote of confidence in DroneHunter’s operational readiness,” said CEO Jon Gruen. “Being chosen for the first Replicator 2 purchase reinforces that DroneHunter is not a concept, pilot, or experiment – it’s a deployable, AI-driven interceptor that’s already protecting critical assets and teams around the world in environments where safety, precision, and restraint matter most.”

Replicator 2 is a fast-track effort designed to accelerate the Department of War’s ability to field counter-drone capabilities by prioritizing systems that are ready for real-world deployment. JIATF-401 leads the Department’s efforts to counter the growing threat posed by small, low-cost drones to military installations, critical infrastructure, and personnel.

Gruen said that by moving first with DroneHunter, JIATF-401 has created a pathway for broader adoption of Fortem’s interceptor across additional sites and missions as counter-drone requirements continue to expand.

“Replicator 2 is explicitly designed to move from an initial operational decision to broader deployment without restarting the acquisition process,” Gruen said. “Being selected first establishes a clear pathway for scaling proven capabilities as needs evolve.”

DroneHunter is a reusable interceptor that integrates onboard autonomy and advanced radar with Fortem’s command-and-control technologies to safely intercept small drones, particularly in settings where minimizing collateral damage is paramount. Once it spots a potential threat, DroneHunter can capture it with a tethered net instead of destroying it in midair, allowing it to be safely towed to a designated location for forensic analysis.

About Fortem Technologies

Fortem Technologies is the global leader in airspace security, delivering advanced solutions that protect against today’s autonomous aerial threats while ensuring the safety of tomorrow’s advanced air mobility. Fortem’s AI-powered SkyDome® Family of Systems combines TrueView™ sensors, command-and-control software, and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors to defend military, government, and commercial operations worldwide from hostile or unauthorized drones. Fortem is the only company authorized to deploy a drone-on-drone kinetic interceptor in U.S. airspace, and its technology has been validated in operational deployments in Ukraine, the Middle East, and East Asia. Headquartered in Lindon, Utah, Fortem is privately held and backed by Lockheed Martin, DCVC, Toshiba, AE Industrial Partners, AIM13, Signia Venture Partners, and others. To learn more, visit https://fortemtech.com.

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As the first Replicator 2 purchase, Fortem's DroneHunter is validated as operationally ready and positioned for scaled deployment under the Department of War’s fast-track framework.