High-energy lasers ‘indispensable weapon systems’, says Royal Netherlands Army leader

In August 2025, EOS secured the world’s first export order for a 100 kW-class high-energy laser weapon system for the Netherlands.

“The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has enjoyed a longstanding and constructive relationship with EOS for almost two decades,” he said.

“Over the years, EOS-manufactured remote control weapon stations have proven their value and viability in Dutch service.

“We firmly believe that high-energy lasers will form an indispensable new category of weapon systems with significant operational potential and important logistical advantages.

“We are delighted to be your launching customer.”

EOS has established the regional hub for the manufacturing, integration and testing of 100 kW-class high-energy laser capability for regional and international customers.

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An opening ceremony at the facility brought together more than 100 guests, including dignitaries, defence representatives, Austrade officials, business leaders and investors, and featured a tour of the innovation centre, a controlled demonstration within the test tunnel, and concluded with a traditional dragon dance.

“This site is a very important step forward for us as it expands on our capability to build, integrate, test and sustain systems closer to our customers and partners,” according to Dr Andreas Schwer, chief executive officer and managing director of EOS.

“It is a blueprint for further facilities we will build as part of our localisation and transfer of technology plans in the countries of our clients.”

Designed to support partners and customers in Singapore and across the broader region, the facility provides dedicated space for system integration, development, demonstration and sustainment activity.

The facility is also expected to support production and integration activities associated with EOS’ binding conditional agreement with a customer in the Republic of Korea, covering the manufacture and supply of a further 100 kW-class laser system and the establishment of a local partnership for the Korean market.

Allaster Cox, Australian high commissioner to Singapore, described the expansion as a strong signal of confidence in Singapore and in long-term industrial cooperation.

“EOS is making a significant investment here to stand up this facility to produce this world-leading 100 kW-class counter-drone high-energy laser weapon system,” he said.

“This site is export ready now and EOS already has an impressive order book.

“Capability depends on supply chains that perform under pressure. Resilience comes from trusted partners and real industrial depth.”

Robert Dougherty

Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via LinkedIn.