Recent Chinese export controls targeting Red Cat may have limited immediate impact, but they underscore why U.S. drone manufacturers are under pressure to understand every layer of their supply chains. China's decision to place drone manufacturer Red Cat Holdings and their subsidiary, Teal Drones on its export control list may not immediately disrupt production. But the move … [Read more...] about China’s Export Restrictions on Red Cat Highlight a Bigger Challenge for U.S. Drone Manufacturing
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The Next Drone Supply Chain Challenge: Rare Earth Magnets
Bipartisan legislation aims to reduce dependence on China for a critical component inside drone motors A new bipartisan bill introduced in Congress aims to strengthen America's domestic magnet supply chain, drawing attention to an often-overlooked challenge for the drone industry: the permanent magnets that power electric motors. Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking … [Read more...] about The Next Drone Supply Chain Challenge: Rare Earth Magnets
From New Hampshire to the World: ePropelled Expands with Smart Power for Drones
ePropelled relies on innovation, strong supply chains for growth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In the increasingly competitive world of drone-component manufacturing, technological innovation and access to the supply chains that provide the crucial raw materials for production are keys for market success. Fortunately for Laconia, New Hampshire-based manufacturer … [Read more...] about From New Hampshire to the World: ePropelled Expands with Smart Power for Drones
Trump’s Tariffs on Brazil: A Supply Chain Shock for the Drone Industry
When President Trump announced a sweeping 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports, most people probably thought about coffee, beef, or soybeans. But for the drone industry, this trade move could shake up some critical supply chains in ways that might surprise you. The Brazilian Connection Brazil might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think about drones, but … [Read more...] about Trump’s Tariffs on Brazil: A Supply Chain Shock for the Drone Industry
