• Rheinmetall partnered with Praetorian Aeronautics to deliver a prototype containerized counter-drone system branded AERIE.
• Prototype moved from concept to demonstrator within 12 months under a joint Australian R&D program.
• AERIE fits a 20-foot ISO container, houses more than 20 interceptors, targets rapid deployment, reload, mobility.
• Demonstrator integrates Praetorian’s Arrow interceptor, Hadrian AI-enabled command-and-control for autonomous effectors across air, land, maritime domains.
• Full operator demonstrations are scheduled for Q4 2026.

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