Ukraine will host first test for Leonardo’s Michelangelo security dome

MILAN — The first field test of Leonardo's Michelangelo "security dome" architecture will take place in Ukraine by the end of 2026, CEO Roberto Cingolani announced March 12.

Michelangelo, first announced in November 2025, is Leonardo's proposal for an integrated, multi-domain structure spanning air, land, maritime and space. The system is designed as an interoperable and interconnected architecture combining platforms and sensors aimed at identifying and tracking risks and threats.

During a briefing, Cingolani described the timeline of the project, which includes the launch of Leonardo's Space Guardian constellation by the end of 2027 and 2028. The constellation is expected to become fully operational in 2029 and to begin integration with other tracking and early-warning constellations starting in 2030.