This is an important step to support national production and strengthen defence capabilities.
Tenders include two lots:
- FPV drones – bids are accepted until 14 October
- Interceptor drones – bids are accepted until 11 November
“The Coalition’s goal is to secure the industrial-scale manufacturing of FPV drones to gain a technological advantage over the enemy in the long run. Boosting production in Western countries and aiding Ukrainian companies with the capacity to manufacture such equipment are both crucial. That is why we are now welcoming domestic manufacturers to engage in tenders,” said Kateryna Chernohorenko, Deputy Minister of Defence for Digital Development.
Why is this important?
- Support for Ukrainian producers: Ukrainian companies are given a unique opportunity to participate in international tenders, which will contribute to the development of the domestic defence sector and economy.
- Technological advantage: Large-scale production of FPV drones and interceptor drones will create a technological advantage over the enemy.
- Efficient use of resources: The Drone Coalition has accumulated €50 million for the purchase of equipment. It is planned to purchase 20-30,000 drones, which will significantly enhance defence capabilities.
What does the BRDO have to do with it?
The BRDO team developed a model for engaging Ukrainian companies and facilitated its coordination with the member countries of the Drone Coalition. This project was made possible thanks to the leadership of the Minister of Defence of Ukraine Rustem Umerov and Deputy Minister of Defence for Digitalisation Development Kateryna Chernohorenko.
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