4th of June 2026
Press release
On 3rd of June, the ‘ARMADA’ Association of Manufacturers of Unmanned Systems and Related Technologies held a presentation in Kyiv on the ‘CRITICALLY PROTECTED’ project. The project is dedicated to developing practical mechanisms to protect critical infrastructure, businesses and manufacturing facilities from airborne threats.
A key topic was the possibility of establishing mobile air defence units at the enterprise level in accordance with current legislation, as well as the use of modern technological means to strengthen the protection of facilities.
Andrii Ginkul, Executive Director of the ARMADA Association, presented a practical model for deploying mobile air defence units, the legal frameworks governing their operations, and procedures for liaising with government bodies.
“The presentation of the ‘CRITICALLY PROTECTED’ project aims to create the conditions for a systematic strengthening of the protection of critical and other infrastructure facilities. Organisational, regulatory and technological solutions in the field of air defence at the level of enterprises, institutions and organisations of any form of ownership create the conditions for scaling up the network of defence groups and integrating them into cooperation with the air command. “As part of the event, we presented the developed instructions, standard documents and diagrams that enable the rapid organisation of an effective system of protection against air threats,” noted Andrii Ginkul.
Vasyl Honcharuk, Chairman of the Board of the ARMADA Association, emphasised that the issue of infrastructure protection has long since gone beyond the scope of state responsibility alone.
“The resilience of the state begins with the resilience of every business and every piece of critical infrastructure. We must create a system in which businesses, communities and the state work together as a single defence mechanism. That is why it is important today to move from discussion to the practical implementation of solutions,” emphasised Vasyl Honcharuk.
The event showcased technological solutions for detecting and countering airborne threats, as well as specialist equipment that can be used to protect critical infrastructure.
Representatives from TAF Industries emphasised the need for a comprehensive approach to safety.
“TAF Industries is actively working on the development and production of interceptor drones, and our aim is to collaborate with partners to provide top-quality products that not only support military personnel on the front line but also protect critical infrastructure. Critical infrastructure is now one of the enemy’s primary targets, and interceptor drones form part of its defence, which is particularly important given the shortage of conventional air defence systems. They do not replace missile systems or manned aircraft, but they help our air defence forces to be more adaptable to threats. “Furthermore, having proven their effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, interceptor drones are becoming an integral part of a comprehensive approach to security and the protection of facilities,” noted Volodymyr Zinovsky, CEO of TAF Industries.
KVERTUS has unveiled solutions in the field of electronic warfare and electronic intelligence that can be integrated into corporate security systems.
‘In a situation where businesses and critical infrastructure must continue to operate even at the risk of air strikes, protection must be comprehensive. It is important not only to respond to the consequences, but also to reduce the vulnerability of facilities in advance: to detect threats, assess the situation and respond promptly to risks associated with the use of drones. In such a system, EW assets help detect threats in the radio frequency environment even before they reach the facility, whilst modern EW systems effectively counter unmanned threats. Together, these solutions form a unified ecosystem for the protection of enterprises and critical infrastructure facilities. “This is not just a matter of facility security, but also of protecting people, production and operational continuity,” emphasised Yaroslav Filimonov, CEO of Kvertus, a company that develops radio-electronic support systems for protection against UAVs.
A separate section was devoted to staff training and the development of practical skills for responding to threats.
‘The protection of critical infrastructure does not begin with technology, but with a trained operator who knows how to work in conjunction with other defence systems. The ‘KRUK’ Centre has a certified training programme for operators specialising in intercepting suicide bombers, proven experience in training personnel, and the relevant authorisations from the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine. We provide a full training cycle, transforming a mobile air defence group from a formal structure into a truly combat-ready unit. Organisations that start training now will have trained operators ready before the autumn season of increased air attack activity begins,” said Hennadiy Sintsov, co-founder and executive director of the KRUK Centre.
Following the event, participants received practical guidance on setting up mobile air defence units, standard documents, procedures for liaising with government bodies, and information on modern technological solutions that can be implemented today to enhance the protection of critical infrastructure.
The organisers emphasised that the ‘CRITICALLY PROTECTED’ project will serve as a permanent platform for collaboration between businesses, technology providers and government bodies, with the aim of enhancing the resilience of Ukraine’s infrastructure to contemporary security challenges.
| All regulatory documents, guidelines, templates and practical instructions presented during the event have been compiled into a single digital resource pack, which participants can access via the QR code: |  |
