Russia Develops World’s First Unified Tracking System for All Types of Drones
The Russian Ministry of Transport is creating a universal platform that integrates every kind of autonomous vehicle — from aerial drones to driverless trucks and boats — setting a new global benchmark in unmanned transport management.
Russia’s Ministry of Transport has set itself an ambitious goal: to become the first in the world to develop a unified identification system for all unmanned transport. The platform will operate on the state information system ERA-GLONASS, which has already passed initial tests. The initiative not only strengthens Russia’s technological leadership but also establishes a new global standard for managing autonomous vehicles of the future.
During testing, specialists confirmed the system’s ability to connect and monitor various types of drones. It can simultaneously track aerial drones, unmanned trucks, and even autonomous boats. This proves the universality of the approach and the possibility of coordinating traffic across different types of autonomous transport.
The project carries strategic importance not only for Russia but for the world. Such a system could address critical safety issues: enabling real-time tracking, preventing collisions, and ensuring seamless integration with traditional transport. It is a key step toward large-scale adoption of unmanned technologies in everyday life.
To implement this breakthrough, GLONASS JSC has established a dedicated center for unmanned technologies. Its mission is to unite startups, leading universities, and industry leaders to build a full-fledged ecosystem. The work is being carried out under directives from President Vladimir Putin, underscoring the project’s high national priority.
