Steenokkerzeel, 24 September 2025 – SkeyDrone is proud to announce a landmark agreement with Elia, Belgium’s high-voltage transmission system operator, for the deployment of its advanced drone detection solution across multiple sites.
With its strategic position in the heart of Europe, Elia plays a pivotal role in the interconnected electricity system and is recognized as an essential pillar of the European energy market. As emerging global and national threats intensify and the energy sector faces increasing attention from the public and media, Elia remains committed to safeguarding the integrity and resilience of its operations.
Following an extensive evaluation process comparing international alternatives, Elia selected SkeyDrone for its innovative technology, operational reliability, and user-centric software features. This multi-site deployment marks a significant step in Elia’s commitment to enhancing security and operational resilience in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
“The implementation of a cutting-edge drone detection system is a strategic move to safeguard our infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted operations,” said Tom Hauben, Physical Security Manager at Elia. “SkeyDrone’s solution stood out for its intuitive front-end visualization, powerful analytics, and the ability to replay flight paths and identify pilot positions post-flight. These features, combined with a responsive helpdesk, made SkeyDrone the clear choice.”
Didier Decaestecker, Head of Sales at SkeyDrone added: “We are honored to support Elia in securing their infrastructure. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our solution is designed to empower organizations like Elia with real-time insights and actionable intelligence, ensuring they stay ahead of emerging threats in the airspace.”
This partnership underscores SkeyDrone’s position as a trusted provider of airspace security solutions and highlights the growing importance of drone detection in infrastructure protection.
About Elia
Elia Transmission Belgium operates the electricity transmission network in Belgium. They manage the Belgian high-voltage transmission grid (30 kV to 400 kV), which comprises over 8,903 km of overhead lines and underground cables. They preserve a service reliability level of 99.99 % and ensure that production and consumption are balanced around the clock. In so doing, they provide society with a robust power grid, which is important for socioeconomic prosperity.
About SkeyDrone
SkeyDrone is a joint venture between the Belgian Air Navigation Service Provider skeyes and Brussels Airport Company. The company’s mission is to provide end-to-end solutions for business needs related to the use of uncrewed aircraft (drones). SkeyDrone offers solutions for lower airspace monitoring, management of and protection against drones for authorities and geo-zone managers, UTM/U-space & consultancy services for drone operators and business integration services for companies. Playing a pivotal role in the implementation of U-space in Belgium, SkeyDrone is on track to make history by becoming one of the first U-space service providers in Europe.
