In a significant milestone for international defense technology cooperation, Ukrainian drone warfare specialist First Contact Ltd., together with its long-term German partner, has completed the delivery of an entire fleet of mobile electronic warfare (EW) systems to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

A total of 70 mobile electronic reconnaissance, direction-finding, and jamming systems — FC.K, FC.KP, and FC.MP — have been delivered and fully deployed. Designed specifically to counter unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other radio-electronic threats, these systems strengthen Ukraine’s ability to operate effectively in a highly contested electromagnetic battlefield.

The delivery was executed within the framework of international technological cooperation with a leading German company specializing in cryptographic protection. Importantly, the systems have successfully undergone codification and certification in accordance with NATO standards — reinforcing interoperability and compliance with Western defense frameworks.

Tactical Mobility Meets Electronic Dominance

The FC.K system represents a tactical mobile solution engineered to detect, analyze, and suppress UAV remote control channels, as well as video and telemetry data transmission between UAVs and ground control stations. Mounted on the KOZAK-5 armored vehicle chassis, the system offers mobility and battlefield survivability while maintaining full operational capability.

A key feature of the FC.K platform is its ability to operate via a remote workstation, allowing missions to be conducted from a safe distance. The system integrates multiple suppression modes, a modern command-and-control architecture, and advanced software equipped with cryptographic protection functions. In addition to counter-UAV capabilities, it includes detection and geolocation tools for mobile communication base stations.

Building on this platform, the FC.KP (also based on the KOZAK-5) and the FC.MP (mounted on a Mercedes Unimog chassis) extend operational flexibility and coverage. These systems are capable of detecting and identifying radio emissions from UAV onboard systems, locating ground-based remote control stations, and analyzing a broad spectrum of enemy radio signals.

Operating across a wide frequency range — from 20 MHz to 6 GHz — the systems can detect and respond to diverse electronic threats at distances of several tens of kilometers. This broad-spectrum capability is critical in modern warfare, where electronic dominance increasingly determines tactical advantage.

Built for Harsh Conditions and Continuous Operation

Designed for round-the-clock autonomous operation, the systems function reliably in extreme temperature environments ranging from –30°C to +55°C. This durability ensures operational continuity in varied battlefield conditions.

Each complex is equipped with three integrated electronic support sensors and cryptographically protected communication channels for secure voice and data transmission. These secure communication capabilities were developed in cooperation with the German partner, underscoring the technological depth of the partnership.

Additionally, the systems are complemented by the OSA-R reconnaissance drone, also manufactured by First Contact, enhancing real-time situational awareness and operational integration between air and ground electronic systems.

Strategic Implications

The completion of this fleet delivery signals more than just equipment transfer — it reflects the maturation of a Ukrainian-European defense technology ecosystem. The partnership demonstrates how rapid innovation, NATO-aligned certification processes, and secure communications expertise can converge to deliver operationally ready systems in active conflict conditions.

In modern warfare, the electromagnetic spectrum has become a decisive battlefield domain. By deploying advanced, mobile, and cryptographically protected EW systems, Ukraine significantly enhances its capacity to counter UAV threats, disrupt adversary communications, and protect its forces on the ground.

The successful delivery of these 70 systems marks a tangible step toward strengthening electronic resilience and tactical autonomy — underscoring the strategic value of cross-border technological collaboration in times of conflict.

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