At the UMEX 2026 unmanned systems exhibition in Abu Dhabi, China’s defense industry heavyweight NORINCO is placing the spotlight on its OW5-A50 high-energy laser air defense system, presenting one of its most advanced counter-drone solutions to an international audience. The system appeared months after its official debut during China’s July 2025 Victory Day Parade, shifting from a domestically unveiled capability to a clearly export-oriented platform, according to industry observers who attended the event. Read News UMEX 2026 …
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| Scale model of NORINCO’s OW5-A50 laser air defense system displayed at UMEX 2026, mounted on an 8×8 heavy tactical truck platform. The system is designed to counter drones, helicopters, and indirect fire threats using a 50-kilowatt high-energy laser. (Picture source: Army Recognition Group) |
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