Ondas' Sentrycs Secures German State Police Contract to Enhance Airspace Protection

Rhea-AI Summary

Ondas (NASDAQ:ONDS) subsidiary Sentrycs delivered and deployed its protocol‑based C‑UAS system to a German State Police office and will debut a new man‑carried product, Sentrycs Scout, at Enforce Tac on February 17, 2026.

Sentrycs' non‑jamming Cyber over RF approach enables detection, identification, and safe takeover of unauthorized drones. Ondas cites a $9.8 billion five‑year TAM for handheld counter‑UAS systems, highlighting commercial opportunity.

Positive

• Deployment to German State Police for operational C‑UAS support
• Launch of Sentrycs Scout man‑carried counter‑UAS product at Enforce Tac
• $9.8B five‑year TAM estimate for handheld counter‑UAS systems

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – ONDS

+7.95%

53 alerts

+7.95% News Effect

+14.8% Peak in 24 hr 32 min

+$347M Valuation Impact

$4.71B Market Cap

0.8x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, ONDS gained 7.95%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +14.8% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 53 alerts that day, indicating high trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $347M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $4.71B at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Handheld C-UAS TAM: $9.8 billion Suspicious drone flights: more than 1,000 flights Booth location: Hall 10, Booth 404 +1 more

4 metrics

Handheld C-UAS TAM $9.8 billion Ondas estimate of five-year global total addressable market for handheld counter-UAS

Suspicious drone flights more than 1,000 flights Reported suspicious drone activity in Germany in 2025

Booth location Hall 10, Booth 404 Enforce Tac exhibition placement for Sentrycs Scout launch

Market horizon 2030 Handheld C-UAS segment projected to triple by 2030

Market Reality Check

Price: $9.60 Vol: Volume 56,678,583 is abou...

low vol

$9.60 Last Close

Volume Volume 56,678,583 is about 0.58x the 20-day average of 97,039,968, indicating no outsized trading surge ahead of this news. low

Technical Shares trade above the 200-day MA, with price at 9.31 versus the 200-day MA of 5.89, reflecting an established uptrend into this contract announcement.

Peers on Argus

ONDS gained 3.79% while peers were mixed: EXTR up 0.98%, VSAT up 2.91%, VIAV, CO...

ONDS gained 3.79% while peers were mixed: EXTR up 0.98%, VSAT up 2.91%, VIAV, COMM, and BDC down modestly. No coordinated sector move is indicated, pointing to stock-specific drivers around Ondas’ counter‑UAS contracts and product launch.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 13 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 13	European C-UAS order	Positive	+3.8%	New multi-million dollar European Iron Drone Raider order for civil infrastructure.
Feb 09	Demining contract win	Positive	+6.7%	>$30 million multi-year smart demining program award in Israel.
Feb 03	APAC defense contract	Positive	+7.0%	Strategic defense contract in Asia-Pacific for autonomous aerial capabilities.
Feb 02	Rotron Aero acquisition	Positive	+2.7%	Definitive agreement to acquire Rotron Aero and expand long-range UAV tech.
Jan 30	Defense offering launch	Positive	-8.1%	Launch of Ondas Defense and Security offering and 2026 product roadmap.

Pattern Detected

Recent defense and security wins have generally produced positive price reactions, though one product/branding launch saw a notable negative move.

Recent Company History

Over the last few weeks, Ondas reported multiple defense and security milestones. On Jan 30, it previewed its Ondas Defense and Security offering for Singapore Airshow 2026, which coincided with a -8.07% move. This was followed by acquisition agreements for Rotron Aero/Rotron Aerospace on Feb 2 and a strategic Asia‑Pacific defense contract on Feb 3, with positive reactions up to 6.95%. In early February, Ondas also announced a >$30 million demining program in Israel and a multi‑million‑dollar European Iron Drone Raider order, both met with gains. Today’s German State Police contract and Scout launch extend that defense and counter‑UAS momentum.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Active S-3 Shelf

Shelf Active

Active S-3 Shelf Registration 2025-09-09

Ondas has an effective S-3ASR shelf registration filed on 2025-09-09, allowing it to offer various securities, including equity, debt, warrants and units. The shelf has seen multiple recent uses via 424B5 and 424B7 filings, indicating active utilization for registered resales or offerings.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved +8.0% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with Ond...

Analysis

The stock moved +8.0% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with Ondas’ pattern of gains following defense and counter‑UAS wins, where prior contracts saw moves up to 6.95%. Investors could weigh this German State Police deployment and Sentrycs Scout launch against existing backlogs and recent multi‑million‑dollar awards. However, the effective S-3ASR shelf and active 424B usage, along with prior insider net selling, may represent supply overhang risks that could cap or reverse sharp upside moves.

Key Terms

c-uas, counter-uas, protocol manipulation, cyber over rf

4 terms

c-uas technical

"High-growth handheld C-UAS segment projected to triple by 2030"

c‑UAS (counter‑unmanned aircraft system) are integrated tools and procedures used to detect, track, and stop unauthorized drones—like a security system that sees and disables an intruder in the sky. Investors watch c‑UAS because rising drone use and tighter rules create demand for hardware, software, and services, which can drive sales growth and affect regulatory risk for companies in defense, airports, utilities, and event security.

counter-uas technical

"creating a significant new revenue vertical within Ondas' counter-drone portfolio"

Counter-UAS (counter-unmanned aircraft systems) are tools and tactics used to detect, track, and disable or divert drones that pose a threat to people, property, or operations. Think of them as a combination of a security camera, alarm system, and net that can find an unwanted flying device and stop it before it causes harm. Investors care because demand, regulation, and deployment of these systems affect revenue, contract opportunities, legal risk, and the valuation of companies that build or use them.

protocol manipulation technical

"technology based on Protocol Manipulation, also known as Cyber over RF"

Protocol manipulation is the deliberate changing or bending of a clinical trial or regulatory plan—such as who can join the study, what measurements count, how data are collected, or how results are analyzed—to influence outcomes or timelines. For investors it matters because it can make trial results unreliable, raise safety and regulatory risk, and trigger delays, fines or loss of trust; think of it like changing the rules mid-game so the final score no longer reflects true performance.

cyber over rf technical

"technology based on Protocol Manipulation, also known as Cyber over RF"

Cyber over RF describes carrying digital attacks, commands, or data over radio-frequency channels—for example through Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, satellite links, drones, or other wireless signals—rather than through wired networks. It matters to investors because many products and services depend on wireless links; a successful RF-based intrusion or disruption can cause service outages, data theft, regulatory fines, or unexpected costs for security upgrades, all of which can affect a company’s operations and stock value.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Sentrycs will launch its new portable solution, Sentrycs Scout, at the Enforce Tac exhibition in Germany

High-growth handheld C-UAS segment projected to triple by 2030, creating a significant new revenue vertical within Ondas' counter-drone portfolio

WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 17, 2026 / Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) ("Ondas" or the "Company"), a leading provider of autonomous aerial and ground robot intelligence through its Ondas Autonomous Systems (OAS) business unit and private wireless solutions through Ondas Networks, today announced its subsidiary Sentrycs, a global leader in counter-drone (C-UAS) technology based on Protocol Manipulation, also known as Cyber over RF, has successfully delivered and deployed its C-UAS solutions to a German State Police office. This milestone reflects both Sentrycs' growing role in European law enforcement and the rising demand for lawful, non-disruptive drone mitigation. The announcement coincides with Sentrycs' upcoming launch of its new man-carried system, Sentrycs Scout, at the Enforce Tac exhibition in Germany, marking the Company's entry into a new multi-billion-dollar segment of the rapidly expanding counter-UAS market.

Designed to detect, identify, and take control of unauthorized drones without jamming or kinetic engagement, Sentrycs' field-proven system is actively supporting Germany's State Police units in securing large-scale events and sensitive missions - ensuring public safety without collateral disruption. Engineered for the demands of modern policing, the system provides precision mitigation by safely taking control of unauthorized drones and guiding them to predefined landing zones. It also identifies drone serial numbers and operator locations in real time, enabling a comprehensive, intelligence-driven response. Unlike traditional jamming, Sentrycs' protocol-based approach operates without interfering with communication networks - making it ideal for dense urban environments.

"We're proud to support law enforcement agencies with operationally proven solutions that reflect the realities of today's security landscape," said Tal Cohen, CEO of Sentrycs. "Our deployment with the German State Police demonstrates the immediate impact of lawful, precise drone mitigation. With the launch of our new man-carried solution, Sentrycs Scout, we're extending that capability to tactical units that require mobility without compromising performance."

This deployment comes amid heightened concern over drone activity in Germany, with more than 1,000 suspicious flights reported by the federal criminal police (BKA) in 2025 - including incidents near military facilities, airports, and sensitive government zones. These events exposed a critical operational gap: detection alone left authorities without compliant means to neutralize threats effectively.

At Enforce Tac (Hall 10, Booth 404), Sentrycs will present its Cyber over RF technology and officially debut its new portable product - Sentrycs Scout.

Scout is a compact, battery-powered Counter-UAS system designed for law enforcement and tactical forces. It enables rapid deployment of passive detection, tracking, identification, and cyber-based mitigation in a lightweight, man-portable format - without reliance on fixed infrastructure. Delivering real-time situational awareness and rapid, precise mitigation in any environment, Scout supports safe operations in sensitive areas while minimizing regulatory and operational risk. It is ideal for tactical force protection, convoy security, VIP safeguarding, border enforcement, and infrastructure patrols.

Building on the same core technology trusted in Sentrycs' fixed deployments, Scout is ruggedized for field use in challenging operational conditions. It offers tactical teams autonomous airspace control capabilities wherever they're needed.

Based on market research from Grand View Research, Ondas estimates the five-year total addressable market for handheld counter-UAS systems to be approximately $9.8 billion globally, underscoring the strong commercial opportunity for compact, field-deployable counter-drone solutions across defense, law enforcement, and homeland security markets.

About Sentrycs
Founded in 2017 and acquired by Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) in 2025, Sentrycs is a technology leader in counter-drone solutions, supported by innovative Protocol Manipulation, often referred to as Cyber over RF technology. Sentrycs' simple, effective, and field-proven solutions are designed to passively detect, track, identify, and, where necessary, mitigate unauthorized drones. It is custom-built for military and homeland environments, including airports, borders, prisons, critical infrastructure, and mass events. Sentrycs has offices in Israel and the US, serving customers worldwide. By combining its innovative technology and expertise in active airspace defense, Sentrycs is leading the way toward a safer, more secure drone-driven future. For further information, visit www.sentrycs.com

About Ondas Inc.
Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) is a leading provider of autonomous systems and private wireless solutions through its business units Ondas Autonomous Systems (OAS), Ondas Capital and Ondas Networks. Ondas' technologies offer a powerful combination of aerial intelligence and next-generation connectivity to enhance security, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making across essential industries.

Ondas Autonomous Systems ("OAS") delivers a portfolio of AI-powered defense and security platforms deployed globally to protect sensitive sites, populations, and critical infrastructure. Through its operating companies-American Robotics, Airobotics, Apeiro Motion, Roboteam Ltd., and Sentrycs-OAS provides an integrated suite of autonomous aerial, ground, and counter-UAS solutions. These include the Optimus System, the first FAA-certified small UAS for fully automated aerial security and data capture; Iron Drone Raider, an autonomous counter-UAS interception platform; Roboteam's combat-proven tactical ground robotic systems for military and special operations forces; Apeiro Motion's advanced ground robotics and tethered UAV systems with proprietary navigation and communications technologies; and Sentrycs' Cyber-over-RF (CoRF) and protocol-manipulation counter-UAS solutions.

Ondas Capital plans to combine advisory services and strategic investment management services to accelerate the rapid scaling and global deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems to Allied defense and security markets.

Ondas Networks provides software-defined wireless broadband technology through its FullMAX platform, based on the IEEE 802.16t standard. This standards-based system delivers high-performance connectivity for mission-critical IoT applications in markets such as rail, utilities, oil and gas, transportation, and government.

For additional information on Ondas Inc.: www.ondas.com, X and LinkedIn
For Ondas Autonomous Systems: LinkedIn
For Airobotics: www.airoboticsdrones.com, X and LinkedIn
For American Robotics: www.american-robotics.com, X and LinkedIn
For Sentrycs: www.sentrycs.com, X and LinkedIn
For Roboteam: www.robo-team.com,X and LinkedIn
For Apeiro Motion: www.apeiro-motion.com, LinkedIn
For Ondas Networks: www.ondasnetworks.com, X and LinkedIn

Forward-Looking Statements     
Statements made in this release that are not statements of historical or current facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers that forward-looking statements are predictions based on our current expectations about future events. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part I of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or any updates discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part II of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise that occur after that date, except as required by law.

Contacts    

IR Contact for Ondas Inc.  
888-657-2377  
ir@ondas.com

Media Contact for Ondas Inc. 
Escalate PR  
ondas@escalatepr.com

Preston Grimes  
Marketing Manager, Ondas Inc.  
preston.grimes@ondas.com

SOURCE: Ondas Holdings Inc.

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FAQ

What did Ondas (ONDS) announce about Sentrycs and the German State Police on February 17, 2026?

Sentrycs delivered an operational counter‑drone system to a German State Police office, supporting event and mission security. According to the company, the deployment uses protocol‑based Cyber over RF mitigation that identifies drones and guides them to safe landing zones.

When and where will Ondas (ONDS) debut the Sentrycs Scout portable C‑UAS system?

Ondas will debut Sentrycs Scout at Enforce Tac in Germany on February 17, 2026, at Hall 10, Booth 404. According to the company, Scout is a man‑carried, battery‑powered system for rapid detection, identification, and cyber mitigation.

How does Sentrycs' Cyber over RF technology used by Ondas (ONDS) differ from jamming?

Cyber over RF takes control of unauthorized drones without jamming or kinetic force, reducing collateral network disruption. According to the company, this enables safe guided landings and real‑time identification of drone serials and operator locations.

What markets and use cases does Ondas (ONDS) cite for Sentrycs Scout portable counter‑UAS?

Sentrycs Scout targets law enforcement, tactical units, convoy and VIP protection, border and infrastructure patrols. According to the company, Scout delivers lightweight, autonomous airspace control without fixed infrastructure.

What is the market opportunity Ondas (ONDS) cites for handheld counter‑UAS systems?

Ondas cites a roughly $9.8 billion five‑year total addressable market for handheld counter‑UAS systems globally. According to the company, this estimate underscores demand across defense, law enforcement, and homeland security sectors.