New Hampshire expansion will quadruple production capacity as the U.S. works to build a domestic supply chain for critical drone components U.S. drone propulsion manufacturer ePropelled has announced a major expansion of its New Hampshire manufacturing operations. The project is supported by $60 million in U.S. government funding. The company will expand its production … [Read more...] about ePropelled Secures $60 Million in U.S. Government Funding to Expand Drone Propulsion Manufacturing
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China Tightens Drone Export Controls, Adding New Pressure to U.S. Supply Chains
New licensing requirements for controlled drones and components could create additional challenges for manufacturers already adapting to changing U.S. regulations. China has announced new export control measures affecting certain drones, drone components, and related technologies destined for the United States, adding another layer of uncertainty to global drone supply … [Read more...] about China Tightens Drone Export Controls, Adding New Pressure to U.S. Supply Chains
Defense Leaders Call for Faster Paths from Innovation to the Field
Remarks at the Northeast National Security Conference highlight growing demand for rapid, commercially informed defense solutions The 2026 Northeast National Security Conference, hosted by the New Hampshire Tech Alliance, brought together defense contractors, government agencies, technology companies, investors, and researchers to discuss emerging national security challenges … [Read more...] about Defense Leaders Call for Faster Paths from Innovation to the Field
When Commercial Drone Technology Meets Defense: A Closer Look at Civil–Military Integration
New analysis highlights how shared innovation pipelines are shaping both commercial drone markets and military capabilities A recent report from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is drawing attention to a familiar but increasingly important theme in the drone industry: the growing overlap between commercial technology and defense applications. The report, … [Read more...] about When Commercial Drone Technology Meets Defense: A Closer Look at Civil–Military Integration
Quantum Systems Raises €180 Million to Expand Multi-Domain UAV Capabilities
Europe’s first dual-use UAV unicorn triples valuation as the US and Europe race to scale defense-ready drone systems Quantum Systems has extended its Series C funding round with an additional €180 million, tripling its valuation and driving its status as Europe’s leading dual-use UAV company. The new investment marks the largest private capital raise in Europe’s dual-use … [Read more...] about Quantum Systems Raises €180 Million to Expand Multi-Domain UAV Capabilities
