The team demonstrated full swarm capability by deploying two Canadian-manufactured systems: the Snyper Mk II, an uncrewed quadcopter target, and the Hammerhead Mk II, an uncrewed surface target. These targets simulated advanced aerial and maritime threats, allowing for live-fire exercises and mission rehearsals, enabling allied forces to test their surveillance and defence systems in a dynamic, real-world environment.
Our on-site Field Services team took an adaptive approach to operational requirements, making real-time modifications to target profiles. This flexibility ensured that the training scenarios remained aligned with exercise objectives throughout the event.
Formidable Shield 2025 brought together 11 NATO nations, showcasing strong interoperability and advanced military training. Through international collaboration, QinetiQ delivered advanced threat representation, range operations, and technical mission support, highlighting the strength of our global cooperation and innovation.
Mark Kay, Field Services Manager, said, "Formidable Shield was a great success—not only for the Field Services Team but also for the wider QTSC Team, who have been instrumental in developing the products and swarm procedures that made it possible. This close collaboration has empowered the team to deliver target services in an agile and adaptive manner, effectively responding to the evolving needs of our customers."
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