Swarms
Google Drops Out of Pentagon Drone Swarm Contest
Hundreds of Google’s AI researchers have raised broad objections to the company’s cutting-edge technology being used for classified military work
Business
Propulsion
KULR Secures Defence Drone Battery Order with Potential Value of $5M for 2026
The contract for KULR ONE Air highlights growing demand in military UAS and strengthens KULR’s position in a rapidly scaling market
Transport
Sikorsky/Robinson Unmanned Get $15M US Marine Corps Contract for Autonomous Aerial Logistics Program
“By combining MATRIX’s advanced autonomous capability with the rugged, flight-proven R66 airframe, the R66 TURBINETRUCK delivers that capability whenever and wherever it’s needed—no matter the environment.”
Business
U.S. Marines Buy British NightFighter Mini Counter-drone Jammers
The NightFighter Mini weighs 2 kilograms, covers four radio frequency bands, and is operated by a single Marine as a weapon-mounted or sidearm counter-drone system.
Business
Windracers is Key Supplier in UK's Massive Ukraine Drone Package
Windracers ULTRA is built for operations that smaller drones can’t touch. It’s a dual-use cargo drone that carries significant payloads over long distances and performs in conditions that stop traditional aircraft.
Business
Elbit Systems Opens UAS Facility in Romania
The new site is the seventh production facility established by Elbit Systems in Romania, underscoring the company’s long‑term commitment to local industrial cooperation, technological development, and the strengthening of European defence capabilities.
Business
Skydio to Invest $3.5 Bn to Expand U.S. Manufacturing
Skydio's commitment is an investment in American drone dominance, powered by rapidly growing demand for autonomous flying robots that serve America's critical industries.
Loitering Munitions - One Way Effector (OWE)
Rheinmetall Gets Multi-Billion Loitering Munition Contract from German Army
Rheinmetall to supply the Bundeswehr with large quantities of FV-014 loitering munition. Framework contract worth billions, with an initial call-off of around €300m
Military
Japan to Buy Drones to Replace Apache Fleet
The transition from manned attack helicopters to unmanned systems is one of the most significant structural shifts in GSDF aviation in decades
Propulsion
Beehive Industries Gets $30M U.S. Air Force Contract by for Frenzy Engine Family Development
Qualification of 3D-printed Frenzy 8 Engine Enables Operational Readiness, Vehicle Integration, and Scalable Production to Meet the Nation’s Surge Demand for Swarm-Class Drones
Loitering Munitions - One Way Effector (OWE)
Shaheds for $41K Available Online from China
Our experienced team offers R&D, assembly, tuning, and flight test services before delivery, as well as professional training and technical support after-sales.
Business
UK Announces Biggest Ever Package of 120,000 Drones for Ukraine
The package includes a mix of long-range strike drones, intelligence and reconnaissance systems, logistics drones and maritime capabilities, with deliveries already underway this month