The Madrid company, which builds unmanned tactical helicopters, will use the funds for a new production plant, more staff and faster platform development as it expands abroad. Alpha Unmanned Systems, a Madrid-based developer and manufacturer of unmanned tactical helicopters and dual-use subsystems, announced on November 3, 2026 that it has closed a €4 million (about $4.6 … [Read more...] about Alpha Unmanned Systems Closes €4 Million Financing Round
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Navy DRPM RAS Seeks Cargo Drones for Marine Corps
The new robotic and autonomous systems portfolio office will host a cargo drone demonstration in Huntsville in early 2027. Strong performers could receive Other Transaction prototype agreements. The Department of the Navy's Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Robotic and Autonomous Systems (DRPM RAS) is seeking industry participants for a cargo drone demonstration … [Read more...] about Navy DRPM RAS Seeks Cargo Drones for Marine Corps
Quantum Systems Establishes Japanese Subsidiary and Tokyo Office
The German defense company formed Quantum Systems Japan K.K. and plans to expand industrial cooperation with Mitsubishi Chemical and Panasonic under signed memorandums of understanding. Quantum Systems announced on October 28, 2026 that it is establishing a permanent presence in Japan through a new subsidiary, Quantum Systems Japan K.K., and a local office in Tokyo. The … [Read more...] about Quantum Systems Establishes Japanese Subsidiary and Tokyo Office
NATO Nations Gain Faster Access to Combat-Proven Danish Drones Through New Procurement Agreement
Sky-Watch's RQ-35 Heidrun, deployed in Ukraine and other conflict zones, is now available to participating NATO nations through a streamlined procurement framework. Danish drone manufacturer Sky-Watch has been selected as a supplier under a framework agreement with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA). The agreement gives participating NATO nations a faster, more … [Read more...] about NATO Nations Gain Faster Access to Combat-Proven Danish Drones Through New Procurement Agreement
Elistair Unveils Tethered Solution for the Parrot ANAFI UKR
A new air module connects Parrot's ANAFI UKR micro-UAV to Elistair's Safe-T and Ligh-T tether stations, enabling hours of uninterrupted flight for ISR missions. Elistair unveiled a new tethered air module for the Parrot ANAFI UKR micro-UAV on October 21, 2026. The module works with Elistair's Safe-T and Ligh-T tether stations and allows hours of uninterrupted flight. Elistair, … [Read more...] about Elistair Unveils Tethered Solution for the Parrot ANAFI UKR
