Verified Events
DateTypeCompanyHeadlineSegment
Fortem and MBDA expand autonomous counter-drone partnership
- FireThorn combines Fortem’s radar-guided autonomous airframe with an MBDA NATO-approved warhead for kinetic interception of hostile drones.
- The agreement extends a collaboration begun in 2024 around Sky Warden integration; sales remain subject to applicable export authorisations.
Vector expands Nammo agreement for integrated drone munitions
- Nammo munitions are being integrated through Vector’s High Voltage Electronic Safe Arm Device, the interface between aircraft and payload.
- A repeatable modular architecture is intended to accommodate multiple munition configurations and changing mission requirements.
- The programme combines American-made unmanned systems, allied-manufactured munitions and NDAA-compliant supply chains.
PDW signs Kurbas camera qualification and production MoU
- Initial work would evaluate a U.S.-compliant, export-ready configuration of the Kurbas 640 camera family.
- PDW’s proposed manufacturing role depends on successful evaluation and separate definitive agreements.
- The partners also intend to explore U.S. thermal-sensor manufacturing through Project Foundation.
PDW and Revenant sign Ukrainian technology integration MoU
- Revenant contributes technology selection, Ukrainian partner relationships and U.S. customer engagement.
- PDW contributes engineering, supply-chain localization, product integration and testing.
- Initial opportunities cover unmanned systems, counter-UAS, electronic warfare, sensors and critical components.
Forterra selected for JRTC Project LAUNCH Box integration
- The programme supports Geronimo, JRTC’s resident opposing force, during brigade training rotations.
- Forterra will source Army-prioritized systems from multiple vendors and link new and existing equipment through OASIS-Fabric.
- Its responsibilities include operator training and sustainment; the programme will collect operational data to inform requirements and acquisition decisions.
PDW integrates Booz Allen mission-autonomy software on AM drones
- The combined AM hardware and software entered controlled testing on September 30; general availability is planned for Q1 2027.
- Operators retain mission decision-making authority, including authorization of effects delivery.
- PDW and Booz Allen plan additional autonomy options and extension of the software to C100 in 2027.
Shield AI and GEK TERNA sign MoU for Greek X-BAT industrial base
- Shield AI would lead the aircraft programme and provide autonomy software and mission systems; GEK TERNA would coordinate local suppliers and a Greek programme office.
- The proposed hub would support training, logistics and maintenance for Greece, Cyprus, the Balkans and southeastern Europe.
- Workshare, facilities and detailed roles remain under negotiation in definitive agreements.
Rocket One licenses Air Force drone-capture patent for evaluation
- U.S. Patent 10,239,637 B2 describes a friendly drone deploying a containment unit around a target unmanned vehicle.
- Rocket One will assess configurations, testing requirements and potential links to its Swarm Stage AI counter-UAS work.
- The licence grants evaluation rights only; commercial sales require additional rights and approvals.
Leidos closes Analogic joint venture combining security and industrial automation businesses
- Equity ownership is split 41.5% for Leidos and 58.5% for Altaris affiliates, which control a majority of board votes.
- The venture received subsidiaries holding the two Leidos businesses and some Analogic Holding equity; it bought the remaining Analogic interests using new debt financing.
- The closing completes the contribution and equity purchase agreement signed on April 14, 2026.
Shield AI and Innovaero sign Hivemind autonomy MoU for OWL munitions
- Hivemind is already integrated onto OWL-B ahead of flight testing.
- The teams are simulating coordinated multi-aircraft strike missions in dynamic conditions, with commands through the ATAK tactical interface.
- The collaboration targets mission planning and autonomous operation when GPS or communications are degraded.
Blue Ops partners with FAU for Harbor Branch maritime systems hub
- Harbor Branch’s Fort Pierce site provides a deep-water port and marine research facilities.
- Planned work includes joint research, testing, maintenance, operator training and support.
- The collaboration also creates opportunities for student internships and workforce development.
Aeon licenses Destinus Hornet interceptor for planned U.S. manufacturing
- The licensing arrangement targets a Texas production start in the first or second quarter of 2027 and an eventual 500 interceptors per month.
- The joint proposal is one of ten Topic 1 finalists scheduled for an October live demonstration.
- The Army competition may select up to three winners by December 31.
UVision partners with Lendurai on denied-environment autonomy
- Lendurai will develop the software capabilities; UVision will lead their integration into its platforms.
- The work targets navigation and operation when GNSS or radio connectivity is unavailable.
- Lendurai says Neocortex has been tested in Ukraine and combines computer vision with machine learning for tracking and guidance.