Betolar Plc
Press Release
2 April 2026 at 8:15 A.M. EEST
Betolar introduces a solution to protect critical infrastructure from drone and other threats
Betolar Plc has developed a solution for protecting critical infrastructure, such as electrical substations. The protective solution has been designed to address the rapidly deteriorating security situation targeting critical infrastructure in Finland and internationally.
Current security situation highlights the need for preventive protection
Recent events in Finland and elsewhere in Europe have highlighted the vulnerability of power grids and other critical infrastructure. Damage to electrical substations, particularly to main transformers, can cause widespread and long-lasting disruptions to the functioning of society. Replacing transformers may take more than a year due to long delivery times and high demand. As a result, the financial impact of such damage can be significant.
A Cost-effective solution compared to damage repair
The protective solution developed by Betolar is based on an approach aimed at preventing damage before it occurs and thereby safeguarding security of supply. The solution provides a cost-effective alternative compared to repair costs incurred after accidents or deliberate acts of damage, as well as the replacement of critical components such as main transformers.
Key features of the protective solution include:
- Physical protection that prevents intrusion, vandalism and various attacks
- Protection against drone threats
- A modular and scalable structure enabling rapid deployment at different sites
- Low-carbon solution using local materials supports resource efficiency
The solution can utilize locally available materials, which supports rapid implementation and resource efficiency. It is designed so that it can be repaired and restored to operational condition, if necessary, even under exceptional circumstances. The innovation is based on Betolar's materials technology expertise and takes into account the structural resistance to different levels of explosive forces
Commercialization of the solution on-going
Betolar has advanced its critical infrastructure protection solutions to the commercialization phase and is actively engaged in discussions with potential customers and partners regarding deployment and implementation. The company aims to take a significant role in the design and delivery of the solution together with its partner network.
"Damage caused by drones can be prevented before it happens. As the security environment evolves rapidly, protecting critical infrastructure requires new, preventive, scalable solutions. At Betolar, we apply our materials technology expertise to strengthen societal resilience. Safeguarding electrical substations offers a practical and effective way to enhance security of supply quickly and cost-efficiently," says Tuija Kalpala, President & CEO of Betolar.
Betolar has filed a patent application related to the solution to protect the innovation.
Betolar Plc
Further enquiries:
Tuija Kalpala, President and CEO, Betolar Plc, tel. +358 50 567 6608, tuija.kalpala@betolar.com
About Betolar Plc
Betolar is a circular economy and materials technology company. The company develops innovative solutions that transform industrial sidestreams and waste into low-carbon, cement-free products for the mining, metals, and construction industries.
At the core of Betolar's offering is its groundbreaking Metal Extraction Technology for recovering critical and strategic metals from industrial waste streams and mine tailings. Through its continuously evolving Geoprime® solution, Betolar significantly reduces CO2 emissions associated with traditional cement use and supports more sustainable mining and construction practices.
Complementing its material innovations, Betolar's AI-based data platform accelerates solution development and optimizes the utilization of industrial sidestreams. The SidePrime analytics service, built on this platform, identifies and maps opportunities for efficient sidestream and waste utilization, enabling data-driven circular solutions.
Betolar was founded in 2016 and is domiciled in Kannonkoski, Finland. Betolar is listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market (ticker: BETOLAR), and its shares are also traded in the United States on the OTCQX International marketplace (ticker: BTLRF). For more information www.betolar.com.
