Schiebel CAMCOPTER s-100 UAS selected by European Defence Agency (EDA) for cross-domain logistics programme
Under the Hub for European Defence Innovation (HEDI), EDA has established the “Autonomous Systems for Cross-Domain Logistics (Air and Land)” programme and selected Schiebel’s CAMCOPTER S-100 for the heavy-lift Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Air System category The large-scale initative, hosted by the Italian Army, will focus on collaborative experimentation of UAS and Unmanned […]
Detection capabilities of MagDrone R1
On the SENSYS GEOMIL test field In the following, the GEOMIL test field on the SENSYS company premises was probed with the MagDrone R1 attached to a DJI M350 RTK equipped with UgCS Skyhub and RTK on December 3, 2024 under light air conditions and at an outside temperature of around 5°C. The flight speed […]
BAHA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle officially inducted into Turkish Land Forces inventory
The Turkish Ministry of National Defense has announced that the Sub-Cloud Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) BAHA, which was procured in various quantities by the Land Forces Command, has successfully completed its inspection and acceptance procedures and has officially entered into the inventory of the Turkish Armed Forces Developed by HAVELSAN and inducted into the Turkish […]
Aerovironment secures $46.6m contract with Italian Ministry of Defence for combat-proven JUMP 20 VTOL aircraft system
The selection follows a rigorous and highly competitive procurement process, where JUMP 20 distinguished itself for its ability to meet the Italian MOD’s stringent technical and operational requirements while replacing their existing Shadow UAS fleet with a modern, adaptable solution AeroVironment announced on April 21 it has been awarded a $46.6M contract by the Italian […]
Near Earth Autonomy awarded contract to provide miniaturized autonomous flight systems to U.S. Marine Corps Tactical Resupply Program
The funding aligns with the Marine Corps initiative to enhance autonomous resupply capabilities in contested and confined environments In support of the U.S. Navy (NAVAIR PMA-263), SURVICE Engineering (SURVICE) awarded Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) a $790,000 contract to deliver and support miniaturized autonomy systems under their prime contract for the U.S. Marine Corps Tactical […]
Sentrycs and Xtend announce partnership to enhance drone security for the defense industry
This collaboration will accelerate threat mitigation, ensure an unparalleled level of protection and enhance operational efficiency in high-stakes environments Sentrycs announced on April 23 a strategic partnership aimed at transforming drone security and remote operations for defense and security applications. This collaboration brings together Sentrycs’ advanced counter-drone solutions with Xtend’s unique technology, enabling customers to […]
Textron Systems awarded Software Support Activity (SSA) and payload integration contract to support Mine Countermeasures (MCM) Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) craft
Textron Systems currently leverages its experience as a leading systems integrator of critical new multi-mission payload capability for naval USVs Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. company, announced on April 8 that it has been awarded a Software Support Activity (SSA) and Payload Integration contract from the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) valued at up […]
MKS announces OphirMWIR folded zoom lens with disruptive low-SWaP and long-range capabilities for drone and small gimbal applications
Innovative folded optics zoom lens addresses market shift towards low-SWaP 15µm VGA FPA detectors with fittings for 5″ (127mm) gimbals MKS Instruments, Inc. Announced on April 15 the Ophir FoldIR 25–275mm f/5.5 MWIR Continuous Zoom Lens at SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 2025. This newest addition to the FoldIR family of lightweight, compact, continuous zoom […]
Quantum Systems partners with Frontline to integrate cutting-edge C-UAS capabilities
The two companies in the defense technology sector have announced their collaboration to address the challenges posed by modern warfare Quantum Systems announced on April 14 a strategic cooperation and investment agreement with Frontline, a Ukrainian company specializing in military robotic systems. This cooperation marks a significant step in Euro-Ukrainian defense industry integration. The agreement […]
Leidos unveils newest unmanned undersea vessel
Leidos announced on April 7 a new capability from its sea systems team called Sea Dart, a high-performance, low-cost, flexible and adaptable uncrewed undersea vessel (UUV) designed to support the U.S. Navy and commercial customers across a broad range of missions “For more than two decades, Leidos has been at the forefront of supporting the […]
