Singapore Enhances Drone Capabilities with Israeli Technology to Counter Low-Cost Swarm Attacks
Singapore is advancing its military drone capabilities by integrating Israeli-made systems, specifically the Orbiter 4 and Hermes 900 UAVs, into its fleet. The Orbiter 4, designed for surveillance and intelligence-gathering, can operate for up to 24 hours and has a range of 150 kilometers. The Hermes 900, a medium-altitude long-endurance drone, boasts an endurance of up to 36 hours. These drones are part of Singapore's strategy to become more drone-centric, with plans to train all operationally ready national service members in drone operations starting mid-2026. The country has also established a Drone Rapid Operational, Integration, and Deployment (DROID) unit to experiment with and operationalize small drones. Singapore's urban environment presents unique challenges for drone operations, such as signal interference and risks to civilians, which the military is addressing by developing counter-drone measures against low-cost and swarm attacks. 
