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Tartu, EstoniaTartu, Estonia
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GaltTec Fuel Cell
A modular 1 kW microtubular solid oxide fuel-cell power source for UAVs, supporting hydrogen or ethanol, 12-48 V output, 1 minute start-up, 1.5 kg mass and operation from -30 C to +50 C.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Configuration
A fuel option for zero-emission and clean UAV power, intended for missions where quiet operation and low emissions are important.
Ethanol Fuel Cell Configuration
A fuel option focused on maximum endurance and fast turnaround for UAV missions where range and refuelling speed are critical.
About
GaltTec is an Estonian fuel-cell company building compact solid oxide power systems for UAVs. Its technology is aimed at defence, security, industrial inspection and logistics missions where flight endurance, rapid refuelling and operation in harsh conditions matter.
Offices
Tartu, EstoniaBacked by
2C Ventures
Customers & Partners
Estonian Defence ForcesNATO DIANA
Timeline
2025
GaltTec presented its UAV fuel-cell technology for defence and innovation audiences, including an Estonian defence delegation visit to Singapore.
2024
GaltTec became the first Estonian startup selected for the NATO DIANA Accelerator.
2022
GaltTec was founded from fuel-cell research at the University of Tartu.
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Products & Solutions
GaltTec Fuel Cell
A modular 1 kW microtubular solid oxide fuel-cell power source for UAVs, supporting hydrogen or ethanol, 12-48 V output, 1 minute start-up, 1.5 kg mass and operation from -30 C to +50 C.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Configuration
A fuel option for zero-emission and clean UAV power, intended for missions where quiet operation and low emissions are important.
Ethanol Fuel Cell Configuration
A fuel option focused on maximum endurance and fast turnaround for UAV missions where range and refuelling speed are critical.
Open Positions (5)
About
GaltTec is an Estonian fuel-cell company building compact solid oxide power systems for UAVs. Its technology is aimed at defence, security, industrial inspection and logistics missions where flight endurance, rapid refuelling and operation in harsh conditions matter.
Offices
Tartu, EstoniaBacked by
2C Ventures
Customers & Partners
Estonian Defence ForcesNATO DIANA
Timeline
2025
GaltTec presented its UAV fuel-cell technology for defence and innovation audiences, including an Estonian defence delegation visit to Singapore.
2024
GaltTec became the first Estonian startup selected for the NATO DIANA Accelerator.
2022
GaltTec was founded from fuel-cell research at the University of Tartu.
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