Netherlands, September 8, 2025
News Summary
Nedinsco has launched NedEye, a fully European-designed airborne gimbal for tactical ISR missions aimed at medium-weight drones. Built for fixed-wing and rotary platforms in the 2–150 kg class, NedEye combines advanced optical and digital continuous zoom, mechanical and software image stabilisation, night-vision sensors and onboard AI for automated detection and tracking. The lightweight, rugged unit emphasises supply chain security and open software interfaces for integrators and OEMs. Positioned for border security, search and rescue and target identification, the system is available for demonstrations and integration talks with defence and security organisations.
Nedinsco launches NedEye: a fully European gimbal for tactical ISR drones
New airborne observation system aimed at NATO-domain tactical drones combines high optics, low weight and 24/7 capability
A new gimbal system designed and built entirely in Europe has been introduced to serve tactical Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) drones. The product is positioned for medium-weight fixed-wing and rotary platforms and promises high optical performance, advanced stabilisation and continuous day-and-night operation while keeping weight low to preserve flight endurance.
What was announced
A European manufacturer unveiled a next-generation gimbal system on September 8, engineered specifically for tactical ISR drones operating in the NATO domain. The system is offered for platforms in the 2–150 kg class and is claimed to provide long-range zoom, seamless optical-to-digital transitions, robust image stabilisation and integrated night-vision and AI-assisted detection functions.
Key capabilities and design goals
The system was presented as meeting several operational priorities: secure European supply chains, compliance with NATO and EU standards, and flexible integration for original equipment manufacturers and system integrators. The gimbal combines multiple daylight cameras to cover a full imaging range, mechanical pan-tilt stabilisation enhanced by software algorithms, and an open software architecture intended to support secure and adaptable integration without locking users into proprietary stacks.
Notable technical features highlighted include advanced optical and digital zoom across three visible-spectrum cameras, continuous transitions between optical and digital magnification, lightweight construction to extend flight time, and 24/7 readiness through low-light sensors and AI-enabled automated detection, recognition and tracking tools. The architecture is described as open and secure, with protections against unauthorised access and modularity to ease integration.
Operational roles and target users
The system is intended for tactical ISR missions such as border security, maritime and coastal surveillance, search and rescue support and target identification. The lightweight build aims to allow deployment on smaller platforms while the imaging chain and stabilisation work to keep situational awareness high in demanding conditions. Procurement and use are positioned to support forces and agencies seeking European-sourced capability and supply chain resilience.
Strategic context
The introduction comes as unmanned and autonomous platforms take on a larger share of reconnaissance missions to reduce personnel exposure and increase persistent observation. Keeping design, production and assembly within Europe is presented as a way to maintain operational independence from non-European component suppliers and to reduce geopolitical supply chain risk for defence and security organisations.
Development approach and availability
The gimbal is described as the result of collaboration with drone manufacturers, integrators and end users, building on long-standing experience in military-grade optics. The maker says the development approach allows rapid feedback cycles and incremental improvements to meet operational needs. Demonstrations and integration discussions are now available for interested defence and security organisations, and operational evaluations can be arranged directly through the manufacturer’s provided contact channels.
Industry context
The launch is one of several recent moves in the airborne imaging and gimbal market, where companies are pairing stabilisation hardware with improved connectivity, modular payload designs and AI-enabled software. Parallel product introductions range from compact handheld and UAV gimbals to larger multi-spectral, multi-sensor airborne systems intended for maritime patrol and long-range ISR. Some suppliers have emphasised non-ITAR solutions and compact form factors optimised for installation on existing aircraft and unmanned platforms.
Contact
Organisations seeking product demonstrations or integration talks are invited to use the manufacturer’s public contact details to request information and schedule evaluations.
FAQ
What platforms can the gimbal be integrated with?
The system is intended for medium-weight fixed-wing and rotary drones in the 2–150 kg class and is designed to be adaptable to a range of OEM platforms.
Does the system support night operations?
Yes. The system pairings of low-light sensors and AI processing are described to enable continuous day-and-night operation with automated detection, recognition and tracking.
Is the system fully European-made?
The gimbal is reported to be developed, manufactured and assembled entirely within Europe to ensure supply chain security and alignment with NATO and EU standards.
Can integrators customise the software?
The architecture is presented as open and modular to allow secure adaptation and integration by OEMs and system integrators while protecting against unauthorised access.
How can organisations arrange a demonstration?
Demonstrations and integration discussions are available by contacting the manufacturer through the provided official channels for commercial and defence customers.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| European manufacture | Developed, manufactured and assembled in Europe to support supply chain security and compliance with regional defence standards. |
| Platform class | Engineered for medium-weight drones between 2 kg and 150 kg, for both fixed-wing and rotary platforms. |
| Imaging suite | Three daylight cameras for extended-range high-resolution imaging and smooth optical-to-digital zoom transitions. |
| Stabilisation | Mechanical pan-tilt stabilisation reinforced by advanced software algorithms for steady visuals in challenging conditions. |
| Weight optimisation | Lightweight construction designed to increase flight endurance and enable use on smaller UAVs without degrading performance. |
| 24/7 capability | Night vision and AI integration for automated detection, recognition and tracking across day and night operations. |
| Software openness | Open, secure software architecture to ease integration by OEMs and protect against unauthorised access. |
| Operational uses | Tactical ISR, border security, search and rescue support, target identification and maritime surveillance support roles. |
Manufacturer contact (for demonstrations and integration inquiries)
Contact details are provided by the manufacturer for organisations seeking demonstrations, evaluation or integration talks through official commercial and defence channels.
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Additional Resources
- Monch: Nedinsco launches NedEye — a fully European gimbal for tactical ISR drones
- Wikipedia: NedEye
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- DroneLife: Gremsy and Nokia unveil UAV integration solutions at XPONENTIAL Europe 2025
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