5G ISAC Technology Enhances Drone Detection for Finnish Authorities

• •ISAC technology tested in Helsinki for real-time drone detection.
• •Utilizes existing 5G infrastructure to enhance situational awareness.
• •Demonstration aimed at improving national security and public safety.

Ericsson and Erillisverkot demonstrated Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) technology from September 16-18, 2026, in Helsinki to help authorities detect unauthorized drones in real time. The technology utilizes existing 5G mobile network infrastructure to gather data from multiple sites, providing a comprehensive view of drone activity around sensitive areas like ports and borders. This capability addresses the growing concern over small, low-altitude drones that are difficult to detect when not connected to networks. The demonstration aimed to improve situational awareness for national security and public safety operations. Both companies emphasized the importance of reliable monitoring to protect critical infrastructure. The technology could be integrated with existing command and control systems for enhanced operational effectiveness.