The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has selected Threod Systems’ Cata aircraft launcher as the most suitable solution for the British Army’s emerging one-way effector (OWE) capability under the ASGARD programme. Continue reading
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US Army Launches Online Marketplace to Revolutionize Drone Acquisition
The U.S. Army launched the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Marketplace on March 24 — a new digital storefront designed to get trusted, cutting-edge drone technology into the hands of Soldiers faster than ever before. This digital one-stop shop will allow Army units, government partners and allied nations to efficiently procure vetted UAS solutions. Continue reading
Poland to Launch National Shahed-Style Combat Drone with 900 km Range
Poland is entering the final phase of developing a national drone intended as an equivalent to the Iranian-made Shahed. Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed the progress on Polish Radio, stressing the need to transition the system into operational use as quickly as possible. Continue reading
Japan’s Terra Drone Enters Defence Equipment Market
Terra Drone Corporation, a Japan-based drone and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology company, has announced its full-scale entry into the defence equipment market. As part of this expansion, the company will establish Terra Defense, a U.S.-based subsidiary by the end of fiscal year 2026 to support an optimized global supply and logistics network for defence assets. Continue reading
Czech and Ukrainian Firms to Collaborate on New UAV and Develop a Jet Interceptor
The Czech company Pavetra Aerospace and Ukrainska Bavovna have signed an agreement to combine their technological and operational expertise to develop new defence systems. Continue reading
Quantum Systems Strengthens Ukraine’s Air Defence Capabilities
Drone interceptors (c-UAS) have become an essential capability for Ukraine in countering Russian attack drones. As part of Ukraine’s priority to close its sky and to achieve effective air defence, Quantum Systems has been tasked to provide 15,000 interceptor drones to the National Guard of Ukraine. Continue reading
Ukraine’s Swarmer Announces $15m Series A Led By US Investors
Swarmer, known for its advanced battlefield AI, has raised a $15 million Series A—the largest investment in a Ukrainian defence tech company since the war began. The round was led by Broadband Capital Investments, with participation from R-G.AI, D3 Ventures, Green Flag Ventures, Radius Capital, Network VC, and UA1 vc. Continue reading
Anduril’s Arsenal-1 Factory to Open Ahead of Schhedule
Anduril will soon begin producing its robotic drone “wingman” for the U.S. Air Force at its new Ohio factory—months ahead of schedule. Continue reading