Ericsson stock: Ericsson launches 5G drone system

Published on 11/13/2026 at 17:04 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS

Ericsson stock is in focus after the company launched an ISAC system to track drones. The rollout adds a security use case to its network portfolio.

Ericsson expands network sensing

Ericsson launched an ISAC system that can detect and track drones, including devices outside the mobile network.
Small-scale commercial pilots are expected to start in 2027, with wider deployments planned from 2028.
Live trials have involved AT&T in Texas, Erillisverkot in Finland, and a Polish technology partnership.

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On November 10, Ericsson launched an Integrated Sensing and Communication system that uses mobile networks to detect and track drones, including devices that are not connected to the network, according to Evertiq.

The system uses sensing-capable 5G radios to analyse reflected signals across several network sites. Ericsson says the distributed approach can improve positioning accuracy and tracking across a coverage area while using infrastructure already deployed for mobile communications.

From network signals to sensing

The product is aimed at security and critical-infrastructure applications, including the detection of small drones used for unlawful surveillance, sabotage or warfare. Ericsson presents the system as a complement to radar and other sensors rather than a replacement.

Field tests have detected and tracked micro drones over distances of several kilometres with three-dimensional positioning, according to the report. Trials have involved AT&T in Arlington, Texas, and Erillisverkot in Helsinki. In Poland, Ericsson, operator Play and Asseco combined the technology with an acoustic drone-detection system.

Commercial rollout remains ahead

Small-scale sensing-only commercial pilots are expected to begin in 2027, while wider deployments are planned from 2028. The communications element of the system is intended to develop further as Ericsson moves toward 6G capabilities.

For investors, the launch broadens Ericsson's potential applications beyond conventional connectivity and network management. The commercial test will be whether pilots lead to recurring equipment, software and services revenue.

Ericsson stock was quoted at 9.61 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 11:14 CET on Friday, November 13, 2026.