European Market for Defense Drones, Counter-UAS Grows By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill As western European nations contend with the proliferation of small UAVs, including some that might be operated with hostile intent, the need for defense-related drone technology and counter-UAS equipment is creating a new market for U.S.-based entities, the CEO of a defense UAV … [Read more...] about EagleNXT Expands in Europe as Defense Drone Market Demand Grows
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Destinus Acquires Daedalean to Advance AI Flight Systems
Acquisition strengthens Destinus’ position in defense and civil drone markets amid rising investment in AI-powered autonomy Destinus to Acquire AI Leader Daedalean for $225 Million Destinus Group BV, a European developer of flight systems, has announced a binding agreement to acquire Zurich-based Daedalean AG for CHF 180 million (approximately USD 225 million). … [Read more...] about Destinus Acquires Daedalean to Advance AI Flight Systems
Funding the Future: How the 2025 CR Impacts Drones, Autonomy, and AI on the Drone Radio Show
In early 2025, Congress passed a continuing resolution to keep the U.S. government funded. But what does that mean for the drone industry? In this episode, Dawn Zoldi breaks it down—especially for companies working in autonomy, robotics, drones, and AI technologies for defense. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Funding the Future: How the 2025 CR Impacts Drones, Autonomy, and … [Read more...] about Funding the Future: How the 2025 CR Impacts Drones, Autonomy, and AI on the Drone Radio Show
Commercial UAV Forum 2026: A New Opportunity for Europe’s Growing Drone Industry
RAI Amsterdam to Host Europe’s Premier Industrial Drone Event on April 22-23, 2026 The European drone market is experiencing remarkable growth, fueled by increasing adoption of uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) across industries such as construction, energy, agriculture, and public safety. To meet this demand, Diversified Communications has announced the launch of the Commercial … [Read more...] about Commercial UAV Forum 2026: A New Opportunity for Europe’s Growing Drone Industry
Inside EASA’s High Level Conference on Drones: the New European Regulatory Framework
At Amsterdam Drone Week, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is holding their high level conference on drones. In two days of invitation-only sessions, top aviation and industry stakeholders discuss the future of drone regulations and the drone industry in Europe. During a plenary session on the New European Regulatory Framework, representatives from industry and … [Read more...] about Inside EASA’s High Level Conference on Drones: the New European Regulatory Framework
