IPG Defense Showcases CROSSBOW Laser Systems at Land Forces 2026
Event summary
- IPG Defense will display CROSSBOW™ High-Energy Laser Systems at Land Forces 2026 in Perth from October 6th to 8th, 2026.
- The company will showcase the CROSSBOW MINI and the new CROSSBOW SE1 8 kW system in a layered defense arrangement.
- Interactive kiosks will allow attendees to simulate UAS threat scenarios using CROSSBOW laser defense systems.
- Dr. Ben Allison, VP of IPG Defense, emphasizes the need for scalable and cost-effective Counter-UAS protection.
The big picture
IPG Defense's participation in Land Forces 2026 underscores the growing importance of high-energy laser systems in countering UAS threats. The event provides a critical platform for the company to demonstrate its scalable solutions amid rising global concerns over drone incursions. The defense sector's shift towards laser technology highlights the strategic need for cost-effective and rapidly deployable systems.
What we're watching
- Product Differentiation
- How the CROSSBOW SE1 8 kW will compete against existing high-energy laser systems in the defense market.
- Market Demand
- Whether the increasing drone incursions will sustain the growth of laser-based Counter-UAS solutions.
- Strategic Alliances
- The pace at which IPG Defense forges partnerships to integrate its systems with radar and C2 systems.