Unmanned Magazine Editorial Team
The Unmanned Magazine editorial team reports independently on unmanned systems in the air, on land and at sea. Its coverage focuses on drones, counter-UAS and autonomy, their role in defence and security, and the industry behind them.
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Reconnaissance drones: Quantum Systems wins two tenders in Spain
A framework contract for 91 Vector systems for the army and marine infantry, plus Twister for the air force's special forces: Spain is relying on two reconnaissance drones from Quantum Systems at once.
Combat drones from China: DR Congo procures three Wing Loong II from Catic
Kinshasa is relying on air support from Beijing in the east of the country: three Wing Loong II are to help the armed forces fight the M23-RDF/AFC rebels. It is not the first delivery of Chinese combat drones to the DRC.
Counter-UAS for Europe: Dzyne Technologies unveils the Dronebuster 4-EU
Adapted to European frequency bands and with an optional PNT attack mode: Dzyne Technologies is launching an EU version of its portable counter-drone system while expanding production in Oregon.
Jet-powered military drones: Royal Navy concludes two-year Banshee project
The Banshee military drones will not enter service, yet the Fleet Air Arm project team has met its goals. The experience of 700X Naval Air Squadron is to underpin future projects – the Malloy T-150 is next on the programme.
Drone start-up Hydra Drones: MBDA takes a minority stake
European defence group MBDA is investing a six-figure sum in British drone start-up Hydra Drones. Its heavy-lift transport drone, the Hydra 400, carries up to 400 kilograms, and a complete prototype is due later this year.
Ground drones from Munich: ARX Robotics raises 31 million euros in Series A round
HV Capital leads the round, with Omnes Capital, NATO Innovation Fund and Project A participating. The Munich-based ground drone maker plans to scale up production massively, expand across Europe and further develop Mithra OS.
Drone training centre in Nurmsi: Estonia to train Kaitseliit, armed forces and allies
Estonia's first drone training centre has started operations at Koigi airfield. Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur and Peeter Karja of the RKIK stress how important training on unmanned systems has become.
Unmanned systems: Sweden prepares for drone warfare with “Demo UCAV”
FMV, FOI and the armed forces are joining forces in Sweden: the “Demo UCAV” demonstration project is not meant to deliver an operational system but to build knowledge of unmanned systems – drawing on experience from Ukraine.
Drone manufacturer Quantum Systems partners with Renk India for local production
Local production, maintenance and R&D: drone manufacturer Quantum Systems plans to expand its business in India together with Renk Gears Private, a subsidiary of the Renk Group. A memorandum of understanding on a strategic partnership has been signed.
Counter-UAS for Vector AI: Quantum Systems invests in Ukrainian robotics specialist Frontline
Frontline’s C-UAS solution is to be integrated into Quantum Systems’ drone systems. The counter-drone agreement signed on 9 April combines cooperation and investment – and strengthens the German manufacturer’s presence in Ukraine.
Loitering munition from Stark: One Way Effector-Vertical (OWE-V) comes to market
Vertical take-off, AI-supported and designed for an effective range of 100 kilometres: with the OWE-V, Stark is launching its first loitering munition system. At the same time, the company founded in 2024 has joined the UXS Alliance.
UAVs in a team: Airbus controls Primoco drones autonomously with Teaming Intelligence
In the Czech Republic, two Primoco One 150 aircraft shared surveillance areas and tasks – coordinated by Airbus’s Teaming Intelligence software. This is to allow operators to command several UAVs at once; the next step is to turn it into a product.