Canadian Drone Company Selected as Preferred UAS Provider for Explosive Threat Mitigation in Ukraine and Beyond by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Saskatchewan-based drone solutions developer Draganfly Inc. recently announced that it was selected by SafeLane Global Ltd. (“SafeLane”) as its preferred unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and aerial survey provider. SafeLane, a … [Read more...] about Draganfly Partners with SafeLane to Support Global Landmine Clearance Efforts
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Unusual Machines Aims to Secure U.S. Skies with Border Drone ID Technology
Company hopes new technology will help identify drones at U.S. border By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With its planned acquisition of a leading airspace management company, Orlando-based Unusual Machines is poised to be able to provide government agencies and other entities with a greater ability to determine the origins of drones flying in the area of the U.S.-Mexico … [Read more...] about Unusual Machines Aims to Secure U.S. Skies with Border Drone ID Technology
Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans
The Ukrainian government has recently made significant strides in expanding its drone capabilities, as evidenced by two major announcements from official sources. Bird of Prey Drone System Approved for Combat On March 26, 2025, Ukraine's Defense Ministry announced the approval of the domestically produced Bird of Prey unmanned aviation system for combat operations. This … [Read more...] about Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans
The New King of Combat: How Small FPV Drones Are Reshaping Modern Warfare
Small drones biggest development in combat since nuclear weapons By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Small, first-person view (FPV) drones are rapidly becoming the most significant weapon of modern warfare, the CEO of a technology-oriented defense contractor said in an interview. Ryan Gury, CEO of Performance Drone Works (PDW), said the widespread and effective use of … [Read more...] about The New King of Combat: How Small FPV Drones Are Reshaping Modern Warfare
Latvia Awards R&D Contract to Origin Robotics for Counter-Drone Technology
Latvia strengthens its defense capabilities with high-speed interceptor drone development Latvia has awarded a research and development (R&D) contract to Origin Robotics, a defense technology startup, for the development of a high-speed interceptor drone. The initiative is part of the country’s broader strategy to build a multi-layered counter-unmanned aerial system … [Read more...] about Latvia Awards R&D Contract to Origin Robotics for Counter-Drone Technology