The companies plan to develop new layered Counter small Unmanned Aerial System air defense systems for the European market. This collaboration aims to combine Rheinmetall's Skymaster system and high-power guns with Anduril’s advanced sensors and autonomous interceptors to create an innovative defense solution.

The contracts cover the supply of advanced eVTOL aerial systems and long-term support services for the Australian Defence Force.

The Vector drone, known for its vertical take-off and landing capabilities, provides the Romanian MoD with a tactical reconnaissance system

This recognition by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) signifies that the X10D meets stringent security and performance standards, streamlining its procurement for government and defense use.

Designed for the ANCILLARY program, Wildcat meets DARPA’s objectives with a 450 nautical mile mission radius, over 12 hours of endurance on station, and a payload capacity of 60 lbs

This acquisition brings the total number of DJI Mavic drones contracted by the agency to 8,200 units, comprising 7,200 DJI Mavic 3E and 1,000 DJI Mavic 3T models.

The delivery, which involves multiple DroneShield product lines, is scheduled to be completed in stages throughout the remainder of the year.

The demonstration featured Skylark Labs’ ARIES system (Aerial Reconnaissance & Elimination System) and its advanced capabilities in detecting and tracking rogue drones

This milestone is part of a contract to develop a drone that autonomously resupplies U.S. Marine Corps ground forces, with flight tests scheduled at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground in July 2024.

This collaboration unites two of Germany's leading companies in unmanned systems, both recognized for their support to Ukraine and their commitment to driving technological advancements in defense.

The Rogue 1 is designed as a next-generation, rapidly deployable drone with optional lethal capabilities and vertical takeoff and landing functionality.

This initiative represents a significant push toward enhancing U.S. military capabilities with an initial investment targeting a series of unmanned systems across various domains.

Pulsar, is a family of modular electromagnetic warfare (EW) systems designed to master the modern battlefield's complex spectrum dynamics.

This partnership leverages SNC’s expertise in crafting bespoke solutions for intricate challenges and Pyka’s innovative electric cargo aircraft, Pelican Cargo.

DroneShield has achieved a tenfold increase compared to the first quarter of 2023, where the company reported $9.3 million in profits after tax for the year.

This contract, tailored specifically for public safety, intelligence surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, is valued at approximately $3.4 million and represents a significant milestone for AgEagle's fiscal year 2024.

This initiative is part of a broader effort to refine and validate counter-UAS capabilities essential for the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing's operational effectiveness.

The partnership aims to equip warfighters with sophisticated drone swarms for continuous reconnaissance on enemy targets, leveraging the battlefield-proven capabilities of Red Cat’s Teal Drones. These drones have recently undergone successful electronic warfare testing in Ukraine, showcasing resilience against advanced counter UAV technologies.

This collaboration aims to bolster maritime defense by integrating Red Cat’s drone technology with OPT’s autonomous marine platforms, PowerBuoy® and WAM-V®.

The companies have successfully completed the first phase of flight testing using Shield AI's autonomous pilot technology, dubbed Hivemind, on Kratos' unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

The order encompasses several of DroneShield’s handheld anti-drone systems, with the company slated to fulfill the delivery within the next 15 days from its existing inventory.

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks highlighted the Department of Defense's (DoD) request for congressional support to allocate $500 million for the fiscal year 2024, with an additional $500 million sought for 2025.

Building on the success of the X2D, the X10D introduces dynamic channel switching, a new feature designed to enhance communication signal quality during missions by automatically moving to a clearer wireless channel in response to signal interference

The unveiling took place at New Braunfels National Airport, marking the first delivery of what will be a fleet of three such aircraft to AFWERX, the innovation arm of the DAF, under the Air Force Research Laboratory.

This surge is primarily attributed to the Ukrainian military's need for enhanced surveillance capabilities, especially during night operations.

This investment, part of a broader defense revamp and an effort to meet NATO objectives, will be primarily focused on acquiring long-range drones.

These innovative devices, which combine the versatility of ground robotics with the agility of aerial drones, are not just technological advancements but strategic game-changers on the battlefield.

The deployment of these U.S.-manufactured drones has enhanced situational awareness and security across various defense applications.

Draper’s Autonomous Software to Integrate with U.S. Army Platforms

This development marks a notable leap in military drone capabilities, but it also raises questions about the implications of such advancements in warfare technology.

This list, maintained by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) under the US Department of Defense (DoD), is a critical reference for drones approved for US government operation.

From the United States, Quantum-Systems will contribute a set of Small VTOL drones for the 16 Field Regiment

The system's future-proof design with a modular payload system can adapt to various mission requirements, reflecting Anduril's commitment to evolving defense needs.

Their collaboration aims to bolster drone surveillance security, particularly for public safety, government, and defense applications.

This initiative, announced in August, targets delivering “attritible” capabilities to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command within 18 to 24 months.

This development is aimed at bolstering the defenses against the increasing use of small, hostile drones in conflict zones, particularly in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

This collaboration represents a significant step in modernizing naval manufacturing processes through advanced robotic technology.

This investment is a clear indication of the military's increased reliance on autonomous systems to safeguard critical infrastructure.

The latest investment, spearheaded by the U.S. Innovative Technology Fund (USIT) and supported by Riot Ventures, ARK Invest, and returning investors Disruptive and Snowpoint, brings the company's valuation to $2.7 billion.

This joint venture is geared towards addressing the challenges faced by the drone suppliers serving the Ukraine defense forces

Previously incorporated into DroneSentry-C2, DroneShield's primary command-and-control (C2) system, this launch marks the availability of SFAI as a separate module.

The Ghost system is an autonomous uncrewed aircraft designed primarily for reconnaissance, security, and force protection roles.

This funding boost aims to further Saronic's dedication to bridging capability gaps in the maritime domain by advancing autonomous platforms

Teledyne FLIR Defense debuts the advanced Black Hornet 4 nano-drone, offering enhanced covert surveillance capabilities for military and security forces.

Anvil-M is an enhanced munitions version of its autonomous interceptor drone, designed to counter advanced unmanned aircraft system threats.

This system is set to carry a minimum payload of 800 pounds while covering a distance exceeding 100 miles, offering a more advanced and safer alternative to the present mix of smaller drones and crewed aircraft that the Army currently relies on for such tasks.

This development comes after the BAAINBw initiated the “FALKE” project in November 2022, aiming to procure advanced, short-range, remotely piloted reconnaissance systems

The contracts are focused on supplying Teal 2 systems to the U.S. Border Patrol to facilitate enhanced aerial reconnaissance, surveillance, and tracking capabilities.

The $200,000 agreement is set for a span of six months. A successful evaluation period might pave the way for an extended 12-month contract potentially worth up to $1 million.

Anduril's acquisition plan involves significant funding to further the Fury project, enhance North Carolina manufacturing processes, and speed up the evolution of pivotal tech areas, such as autonomous collaboration platforms

The system facilitates the launch of VIPER 300 Systems while on the move, applicable for various military platforms, both manned and unmanned.

This collaboration seeks to explore the potential applications of tilt-wing aircraft, notably in tasks such as deploying small Synthetic Aperture Radar devices while airborne.

The move is in response to China's extensive military advancements, with the U.S. seeking to harness robotic platforms, commercial technologies, and other innovations to counteract this expansion.

AeroVironment will obtain complete ownership of the company's equity through a combination of cash and stock payments.

Elbit Systems’ ReDrone Solution integrates their state-of-the-art DAiR Radar, signal intelligence (SIGINT) sensors, and COAPS-L electro-optical (EO) equipment.

This move is set to enhance Ukraine's air defense capabilities by countering potential aerial threats from uncrewed vehicles.

Their collaboration focuses on introducing a wide area motion imagery (WAMI) solution tailored for the Department of Defense (DoD), Australian Defense Forces (ADF), and other international entities.

The new AI-enabled system, spearheaded by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), promises a tenfold improvement in performance over the existing system, with sustainability costs halved.

The U.S. Air Force Security Forces, responsible for safeguarding Air Force bases, made the request. They will receive 172 units of the Teal 2, accompanied by spare parts and necessary training.

The deal will involve the delivery of up to six of Archer's Midnight aircraft to the Air Force, in addition to sharing flight test data, pilot training, and developing maintenance and repair operations.

Under the initial award of this IDIQ contract, Teledyne FLIR Defense will provide the nano-unmanned aerial systems (UAS), controllers, spare parts, and training to the U.S. Army.

Chosen from a pool of competitors, the Rooster will be distributed through a collaboration with communication company Northcom.

The order is part of a procurement initiative by Norway's Ministry of Defense to provide additional UAS to Ukraine.

DroneShield anticipates receiving full payment for the order by the end of 2023, which is expected to contribute to another record-breaking year for the company.

Contract aims to integrate and test next-generation autonomy software on various uncrewed aerial system platforms.

The new contract comes after DroneShield successfully fulfilled a $3.8 million contract with the DoD, which was announced on June 4, 2021.

Teal Drones, a subsidiary of Red Cat Holdings, secures $1.2M additional funding for the U.S. Army's Short Range Reconnaissance program to develop a new prototype, aiming to provide platoons with rapidly deployable surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.

SYPAQ Systems and Tanglewood Group partner for worldwide delivery of Corvo PPDS UAS

The company's achievement comes as it expands its operations in the United States and ramps up production to fulfill multiple new contracts, including equipping the US Department of Defense and other partners with over 1,000 US-made drones over the next 24 months.

This approval allows the Teal 2 to join the exclusive group of DoD-approved drones for government users, known as the Blue UAS Cleared List.

This integration combines DroneSentry's multi-sensor detection and tracking capabilities with Leonidas' high-power microwave (HPM) countermeasures, providing a comprehensive defensive system for military, government, and other customers.

This collaboration brings the concept of crewed-uncrewed teaming to jet aircraft by leveraging Shield AI's advanced AI pilot technology.

Given Singapore's small population and low birth rate, the city of 5.6 million people relies on technology to overcome manpower constraints. Recognizing this need, the SPF intends to progressively deploy more patrol robots throughout Singapore, although no specific timeline was provided.

FLIR Defense announced the delivery of its 1,000th robot under the Man Transportable Robotic System Increment II (MTRS Inc II) contract with the U.S. Army

Quantum-Systems, a German developer of strategic and military drones, has taken a significant step in bolstering Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression