SCOTLAND SENDS USED NETS TO HELP UKRAINE COUNTER DRONES

Scotland sends used nets to help Ukraine counter drones. Over 280 tonnes of used fish farming nets are being sent from Scotland to Ukraine to aid in defending against deadly Russian drone attacks, according to a recent report on the Scottish Government’s website.

Originally stored for recycling, the salmon farm nets will now be repurposed following a request from the Ukrainian government. The nets will be used to protect key infrastructure and strategic sites in Eastern Ukraine by catching and disabling explosive drones overhead.

External Affairs Secretary Angus Robertson said:

“As we near the fourth anniversary of Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, the Scottish Government remains committed to supporting Ukraine’s defence. This donation underscores our unwavering support.

“The Ukrainian Minister for the Development of Communities requested used fishing nets to be converted into anti-drone netting for public roads in Eastern Ukraine.

“We identified 228 old salmon farm nets, weighing 280 tonnes, in storage awaiting disposal. They function by trapping drone propellers, preventing drones from reaching their targets.

“Drone attacks occur almost daily, causing significant casualties and destruction. This initiative will help mitigate some of these attacks.”

Background

The Directorate for International Trade and Investment (DITI) has allocated £216,000 to cover part of the shipping costs for the nets. Denmark, Sweden, and France have also contributed old fishing nets for anti-drone purposes.

Scottish Government officials are coordinating with the Ministry of Defence to finalize the transfer of the nets to Ukraine.

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