Wrap Introduces Drone-First Non-Lethal Response and Counter-UAS Strategy Through Partnership with Vector

Combined systems expected to accelerate drone-enabled non-lethal and counter-UAS technologies for law enforcement, public safety, and DHS missions

Wrap Technologies, a global leader in Non-Lethal Response (“NLR”) technologies and public safety innovation, announced a strategic partnership with Vector, a defense technology company specializing in advanced tactical hardware, unmanned systems integration, and operator-focused training solutions.

The partnership brings together Wrap’s NLR platform, drone-enabled interdiction technologies including Drone as First Responder and the DFR-X interdiction system, and an integrated unmanned systems ecosystem with Vector’s expertise in unmanned tactical hardware development, command and control systems, and mission-ready operator training.

The companies will focus on the joint development, integration, validation, and deployment of next-generation drone-enabled non-lethal and counter-UAS solutions designed to support law enforcement, homeland security, and national security missions.

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“Our vision for NLR extends far beyond a single device. It is about creating an integrated ecosystem of technologies, training, and operational doctrine that allows officers and operators to intervene earlier and resolve situations before they escalate,” said Jared Novick, President of Wrap. “Drone-enabled Non-Lethal Response introduces the concept of the drone as a first responder, developed to create distance while delivering distraction, disorientation, and deterrence through non-lethal capabilities. By partnering with Vector, we aim to combine advanced unmanned platforms with Wrap’s tested non-lethal technologies to create new tools aimed for proactive, lawful control that enhance safety for officers and the public. Our initial systems are expected to incorporate trusted autopilot functionality with human oversight, with future development focused on increasingly advanced capabilities, including Auto Target Recognition.”

Through the partnership, the companies are expected to collaborate across engineering, technology integration, operational training, and commercialization activities to accelerate the deployment of integrated drone-enabled response systems.

The partnership is expected to explore multiple mission applications, including:

• Drone-enabled non-lethal intervention and remote restraint capabilities
• Human-in-the-loop counter-UAS response systems, with future development toward greater autonomy
• Integrated kinetic and non-kinetic counter-drone capabilities
• Public safety and defense drone operations training

“Modern operational environments require technology, training, and tactical integration to be more precise and move at a faster speed,” said Andy Yakulis, Founder and CEO of Vector. “This partnership allows us to combine Vector’s experience in unmanned systems and tactical training with Wrap’s Non-Lethal Response platform to create solutions that will enhance mission effectiveness for America’s law enforcement officers and those charged with protecting the homeland.”

The companies also intend to collaborate on joint demonstrations, operational validation events, and customer engagements across domestic and international markets, including U.S. federal agencies, law enforcement organizations, and allied government partners.

In addition to technology development, the partnership is expected to support coordinated government affairs and policy engagement aimed at enabling responsible adoption of drone-enabled non-lethal and counter-UAS technologies through appropriate regulatory and policy frameworks.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovative solutions that enhance public safety, improve operational effectiveness, and provide new capabilities for modern security challenges.

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