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June 10, 2025
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Skyways to Scale V3 Drone Production in $37M USAF Logistics Push

Skyways has been granted $37 million by the US Air Force to shift its V3 autonomous cargo drone into full production mode. The scope of the contract includes final...

June 6, 2025
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General Atomics Sends Final Reaper Drone to USMC

At Grey Butte Field Airport, General Atomics delivered the last MQ-9A Reaper drone ordered by the US Marine Corps. The event concludes the Corps’ three-year procurement program tied to...

June 5, 2025
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Saab, Maxar to Develop GPS-Independent Drone Capabilities With Satellite Mapping

Maxar Intelligence has teamed up with Saab to deliver next-gen battle solutions by enhancing drones with space-derived tech. This includes fusing Maxar’s satellite imagery and terrain data into Saab’s...

June 5, 2025
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South Korea Introduces Naval Carrier Concept with Manned-Autonomous Integration

The Ghost Commander II, South Korea’s newly introduced carrier concept, is designed to execute complex missions using both manned and unmanned systems in unison. Developed by Hanwha Ocean, the...

June 3, 2025
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Ukrainian Recon Drone Avoids GPS to Defeat Disruptions

The Ukrainian defense tech sector has rolled out the Buntar-3, an electric reconnaissance drone designed for high-efficiency missions in electronic warfare zones. Its key advantage lies in the ability...

June 3, 2025
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Drone Innovators Invited to Compete in Project G.I.

The U.S. military is taking a new approach to drone innovation with the rollout of Project G.I., a defense initiative designed to stimulate the rapid deployment of small and...

May 30, 2025
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For the US, General Atomics Will Create the Next Generation of GHOST ISR/Strike Drones

“General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a $99.3 million deal to create next-generation drones for the United States that will carry out intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and attack...

May 29, 2025
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Japan is discussing the acquisition of the Kawasaki K-Racer drone for military logistics.

Japan is now discussing the possibility of purchasing the K-RACER drone from Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) in order to assist with military logistics operations. Following a successful 2024 demonstration...

May 28, 2025
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Czech business introduces independent ground drone for logistical support for the military

“The Czech defense business LPP Holding has debuted an autonomous unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) created for military logistics, particularly ammunition delivery and casualty evacuation. The “Hornet” UGV has an...

May 20, 2025
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Australia to Create Medium-Range Precision Loitering Munitions

The Australian government has launched a military program to develop medium-range precision loitering munition systems. Part of the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) mission, the Talon Strike program will...