Kalashnikov Group introduces new KUB-10E loitering munition system
The Russian defence company Kalashnikov Group has announced the successful first flight of its latest loitering munition system, the KUB-10E.
U.S. Marine Corps orders more VXE30 Stalker drones from Edge Autonomy
Edge Autonomy has secured a follow-on contract with the United States Navy Marine Corps for its VXE30 Stalker Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (sUAS).
MQ-9A Reaper demonstrates dirt airstrip capabilities in operational testing
The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command have successfully completed Exercise Reaper Castillo, a comprehensive evaluation of MQ-9 Reaper drone operations on unpaved airstrips.
International Drone Summit to take place in Riga, Spring 2025
Riga, Latvia, is set to host an international drone summit in May 2025, as confirmed by the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers on 17 December.
Ukraine tests drone interceptor developed by German company TYTAN Technologies
Brave1, a defence technology platform supported by the Ukrainian government, has conducted trials of an advanced interceptor drone developed by German manufacturer TYTAN Technologies.
Denmark invests DKK 17 million in drone accelerator to support Ukraine’s defence
Denmark’s drone industry is set for significant growth following a DKK 17 million investment from the Danish Business Promotion Board.
U.S. Army receives Textron MK 4.8 HQ Aerosonde system for tactical operations
The U.S. Army has officially taken delivery of the Textron Systems' MK 4.8 HQ Aerosonde system, a key development in the Future Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (FTUAS) program.
XTEND Defense secures USD 8.8 million contract for AI-driven tactical drone systems
XTEND has been awarded an USD 8.8 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense’s Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate (IWTSD).
Frontex selects Airbus in partnership with Israel Aerospace Industries for maritime surveillance
The Maritime Heron is equipped with state-of-the-art surveillance tools, including electro-optical and thermal infrared sensors, and a high-performance maritime patrol radar.
Türkiye dominates global drone market with 65% share, says Baykar chief
Türkiye commands an impressive 65% of the global unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market and houses the world’s largest drone manufacturer.
Kratos conducts maiden flight of Thanatos, next-generation stealth combat drone
American defence firm Kratos Defense and Security has announced the successful first flight of the prototype of its stealth Uncrewed Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV) named Thanatos.
KEF Robotics and FlyFocus partner to deliver GPS-denied navigation for UAS operations in Europe
KEF Robotics, a leader in vision-based navigation systems, has been awarded a contract with FlyFocus, a prominent Polish company known for its expertise in custom aircraft manufacturing.