European Drones & UAV Companies

HelsingMunich, Germany · 501-1000

Builds battlefield AI software, autonomous strike drones and electronic warfare systems for European armed forces.

CA-1 Europa

Autonomous combat aircraft with over 1,400 km range. Designed to operate independently or in swarms with the Centaur AI agent onboard. First flight targeted for 2027, with entry into service aimed for 2029. HENSOLDT joined as a partner on the programme in February 2026.

HX-2

AI-guided strike drone weighing 12 kg with over 100 km range. Operates in coordinated swarms without GPS using AI and stored map data. Mass-produced at Helsing's Resilience Factory in southern Germany, with monthly capacity exceeding 1,000 units.

Altra

Reconnaissance-strike software that fuses sensor data from drones, spotters and other sources into a single operational picture. Provides real-time targeting information for indirect fire, weapon stations and strike drones. Integrated with the HX-2 system and with Systematic SitaWare.

DelairToulouse, France · 51-200

Builds fixed-wing surveillance and reconnaissance drones for military, border security and government customers, with production based entirely in France.

DT46

Delair's flagship ISR platform, available as a pure fixed-wing or convertible VTOL configuration. The fixed-wing variant delivers up to 6.5 hours of endurance at 20 kg with a 100 km AES-256 encrypted communications range. In VTOL mode endurance is 3.5 hours at 25 kg. The aircraft converts between configurations in 15 minutes in the field without tools, and has been selected by the French Army artillery and Gendarmerie Nationale.

DT26E

A family of long-endurance mini-UAVs (up to 170 minutes, 15-18 kg) that deploys in under 8 minutes. Three variants are available: Surveillance, with a gyrostabilised EO/IR camera and 30 km data link; Tactical, with a 50 km encrypted link, 30x optical zoom, four-target video tracking and an IMSI/IMEI catcher payload option; and Open Payload, a configurable platform for operator-supplied sensors. The Tactical variant has been combat-proven with French Special Forces and in Ukraine.

Harmattan AIParis, France · 11-50

Builds autonomous drones, synthetic aperture radar payloads and counter-UAS intercept systems for NATO governments, with vertically integrated manufacturing in France.

STARK DefenceMunich, Germany · 1-50

Builds loitering munitions, autonomous maritime vessels and multi-domain command software for NATO militaries and European armed forces.

SwarmerKyiv, Ukraine · 10-50

Develops collaborative autonomy software for military drone swarms, enabling a single operator to command hundreds of unmanned systems across GPS-denied and electronically contested environments.

Quantum SystemsGilching, Germany · 100-500

Builds tactical ISR drones, autonomous ground vehicles and multi-domain command software for NATO-aligned military forces and government agencies.

AvilusIsmaning, Germany · 11-50

Manufactures heavy-lift unmanned aircraft for medical evacuation, tactical logistics and long-range surveillance, with platforms ranging from 650 kg to 800 kg maximum takeoff weight.

IntelicAmsterdam, Netherlands

Builds autonomy software for military unmanned systems, enabling drones and ground robots across air, land and sea to plan, coordinate and execute missions through a single command and control interface.

Sky-WatchStøvring, Denmark · 51-200

Designs and manufactures the RQ-35 Heidrun, a hand-launched fixed-wing ISR drone built to operate in GPS-denied and electronic warfare environments.

RQ-35 Heidrun

A hand-launched fixed-wing mini-UAS weighing 3.07 kg, designed for military ISR in contested electromagnetic environments. It flies for up to 150 minutes, operates without GPS and maintains an EW-resilient datalink up to 50 km. The system ships with ruggedised ground control stations, EO and EO/IR payloads with up to 80x zoom, patch and dual-patch antenna kits, and deep stall landing capability for confined deployment areas.

Sky-Watch Drone Manager (SDM)

Proprietary software that runs the RQ-35 Heidrun system, covering flight planning, autonomous mission execution, GNSS-denied navigation and real-time data sharing. SDM integrates with external battle management and situational awareness platforms including Palantir, Helsing, Systematic SitaWare and ATAK-Mil, feeding live ISR data into the operator's wider tactical picture.

TEKEVERLisboa, Portugal · 100-500

Builds fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems and an intelligence-as-a-service platform used by European maritime safety agencies, border forces and defence customers for long-endurance surveillance missions.

AR5

A medium-altitude, medium-endurance fixed-wing UAS measuring 7.3 by 4.0 metres with 20 hours of endurance, a 50 kg payload capacity and unlimited communications range via satellite link. Designed for maritime patrol, border surveillance, search and rescue, and land surveillance over large geographic areas from unprepared airstrips. TEKEVER secured a €30 million framework agreement with EMSA to operate AR5 as Europe's first UAS-based maritime surveillance service.

AR3

A configurable fixed-wing UAS built for ship-launched and land operations, available in a catapult-launched version or with a hot-swappable VTOL fixed-wing capability. The AR3 has been deployed in Ukraine for long-range ISR missions and has appeared in operational service with multiple defence customers. Its modular design allows mission-specific payload and configuration changes.

ATLAS

TEKEVER's intelligence-as-a-service platform that handles pre-mission planning, live data streaming during flight and post-mission analysis. It runs in a browser with no software installation, providing real-time video feeds, AIS vessel cross-referencing, object identification and mission annotation. ATLAS turns raw UAS sensor output into actionable intelligence for decision-makers.

ZeroPhaseMunich, Germany · 11-50

Develops software-defined data links that keep unmanned air, land and sea systems connected under jamming, interference and signal degradation.

Aerodata AGBraunschweig, Germany · 51-200

Builds flight inspection systems and airborne surveillance platforms for aviation authorities, coast guards and military operators worldwide.

IntelicAmsterdam, Netherlands · 1-50

Develops AI-powered autonomy software for unmanned military systems across air, land, and sea domains. Their Nexus™ platform enables multi-domain distributed mission autonomy, allowing unmanned systems to autonomously plan, coordinate, and execute complex missions.

Archangel ImagingOxford, United Kingdom · 1-50

Builds edge AI computer vision systems and drone autonomy software for security, anti-poaching and military applications where cloud connectivity and GPS are unavailable.

DeltaQuadDuivendrecht, Netherlands · 50-100

Builds electric long-range VTOL drones for military reconnaissance and surveillance.

AuterionZurich, Switzerland · 51-200

Builds the operating system and autonomy software that turns commercial drones into coordinated swarms for defence and enterprise fleet operations.

DroneUAKyiv, Ukraine · 51-200

Drone services, robotics distribution and unmanned systems integration group based in Kyiv, serving agriculture, security and infrastructure sectors across Ukraine and internationally.

XAG Agricultural Drone Ecosystem

Distribution and integration of XAG agricultural drone platforms for precision crop protection and field monitoring in Ukraine. DroneUA is the exclusive Ukrainian distributor for XAG, covering over 1 million hectares per season with sprayer drones and accounting for more than 30% of all drone sales in the Ukrainian market.

Robotics Distribution Platform

National distribution of over 20 industrial and commercial drone and robotics brands across Ukraine and Eastern Europe. The portfolio includes XAG, Parrot, Flyability, Chasing, Pix4D, DroneDeploy, EcoFlow, MicaSense, Dobot and AgroCares, serving agriculture, mapping, mining, energy and infrastructure inspection clients.

Counter-Drone Security Services

Installation and operation of drone detection systems for critical infrastructure protection, capable of detecting and tracking unmanned devices at ranges up to 35-40 km. The systems collect telemetry data including drone location, operator coordinates, flight routes and serial numbers. DroneUA provides training for government agencies and security services on operational deployment of these systems.

DronetagPrague, Czech Republic · 11-50

Develops Remote ID solutions for safe and efficient drone traffic management, offering hardware modules, software platforms, and detection systems to make drones digitally visible and compliant with airspace regulations.

LenduraiTallinn, Estonia · 1-10

Builds GPS-independent autonomy software for drones, enabling UAVs to navigate and operate in GNSS-denied and electronically jammed environments using computer vision and onboard AI.

SPH EngineeringRiga, Latvia · 11-50

Develops drone mission planning software, onboard hardware and drone show technology used by survey teams and entertainment producers in 150+ countries.

OrbotixBrasov, Romania · 11-50

Defence technology company specializing in autonomous drones and robotics, developing AI-powered systems including the ATA System for threat detection and enhanced battlefield precision.

AerobitsSzczecin, Poland · 11-50

Develops miniature avionics and transponders for unmanned aircraft, specialising in ADS-B, FLARM and Remote ID systems. Selected as one of 25 key companies in the Polish drone sector by PFR.

Unmanned Defense SystemsVilnius, Lithuania · 11-50

AI-powered drone swarm systems with integrated detect, engage, and command capabilities for military operations.

ADV DefenseVilnius, Lithuania · 1-10

Lithuanian defence technology company within Teltonika IoT Group, focused on UAS development, defence integration, and industrial cooperation along NATO's Eastern Flank.

Aero VisionSofia, Bulgaria

Bulgarian unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer producing fixed-wing drone platforms for precision farming, construction mapping, and military reconnaissance and security.

AirvoluteTrnava, Slovakia

Airvolute is a deep tech company providing cutting-edge hardware and software solutions for AI-driven autonomous unmanned systems. Their flagship DroneCore open-architecture autopilot platform integrates CubePilot flight controllers with NVIDIA Jetson computing modules, utilized by NATO members and leading aerospace and defence companies for autonomous missions.

AirvolveVilnius, Lithuania · 1-50

Develops tactical airlift solutions and VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft for defence, civil safety, and security applications. Creates cost-effective helicopter alternatives for military logistics, medical evacuation, and cargo transport.

AP-FLYERKielce, Poland · 11-50

Builds counter-drone detection and jamming systems under the MADDOS brand, combining passive RF sensors, 4D radar and jammers with own-manufactured VTOL observation drones. Active in the C-UAS market since 2015.

ASDROEssen, Germany · 11-50

Drone-based unexploded ordnance detection using geomagnetic sensors. University of Munster spin-off founded in 2019 with Cyber Innovation Hub partnership for Bundeswehr mine reconnaissance.

Atlas UASRiga, Latvia · 11-50

Latvian unmanned aerial systems developer building fixed-wing and multirotor drones for military ISR, mapping, and tactical reconnaissance.

Aurea AvionicsMadrid, Spain · 1-50

Designs, develops and manufactures advanced small unmanned aerial systems (UAS/drones) for government and industrial customers requiring intelligence and data gathering tools in challenging environments. Specialized in military drones with focus on ISR capabilities.

Baltic ViperKaunas, Lithuania · 1-50

Designs and manufactures FPV drones, fibre-optic controlled UAVs, and tactical electronics for NATO and allied forces, with combat-proven systems deployed in Ukraine.

BavovnaPrague, Czech Republic

Bavovna develops AI-powered hybrid navigation systems for unmanned vehicles operating in GPS-denied and electronic warfare-threatened environments. Their modular hardware and SaaS AI solution combines sensor fusion for aerial, surface, and subsurface platforms, enabling fully autonomous flights up to 250km without GPS reliance.

BeccariiJasionka, Poland · 1-10

Builds a hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft that doubles as an all-terrain ground vehicle. The patented design seats one passenger and transitions between flight and road driving.

BeesAgainstMinesKyiv, Ukraine

BeesAgainstMines develops AI-powered drone swarm systems for mine and explosive detection. Their autonomous fleet works in a unified information environment to perform surface preparation, search and identification of mines and shells, neutralization, and cleanup operations.

BellareGliwice, Poland · 11-50

Polish micro-class military drone manufacturer. Holds a NATO NCAGE code (9C7AH) and has delivered over 100 systems to the Polish Armed Forces, including a 19.6M PLN contract with Polish Special Forces (JWK Lubliniec) for 90 micro-class reconnaissance UAVs. Ranked #1 in the 2024 ZBIAM Polish drone companies index.

BeyronRiga, Latvia · 1-50

Develops advanced autonomous drones for 24/7 surveillance and data collection in demanding conditions. Their drone systems provide real-time surveillance capabilities with advanced analytics, designed to eliminate human error through continuous automated operations.

BraveX.AeroBucharest, Romania

Romanian aerospace startup developing autonomous aerial systems and advanced drone platforms for military surveillance and tactical operations.

Buntar AerospaceKyiv, Ukraine

Buntar Aerospace is a next-generation reconnaissance capabilities manufacturer developing advanced drone systems for ISR missions. Their Buntar-3 platform features electronic warfare resistance, up to 3.5 hours flight time, 80km tactical radius, and target detection at 15km distance.

BZB UASWroclaw, Poland · 1-10

Designs, integrates and manufactures multirotor and hybrid VTOL drones for reconnaissance and inspection, including the ekoSKY hybrid UAV with 150-minute flight endurance. Founded by Wroclaw University of Technology graduates in 2017.

CAFA TechTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

Estonian robotics company developing advanced energy solutions and power systems for autonomous drones, uncrewed vehicles, and AI-driven sensor analytics.

CloudlessWarsaw, Poland · 1-10

Develops stratospheric unmanned aerial vehicles operating above 20 km altitude as low-cost pseudo-satellites. The ULEP-1 demonstrator reached 24,784 metres, filling the capability gap between conventional drones and orbital satellites for persistent Earth observation.

DBOXPanevezys, Lithuania · 1-10

Builds autonomous drone-in-a-box docking stations with AI-powered software for automated perimeter security and infrastructure monitoring. Tested by the Lithuanian army for counter-surveillance operations. Won Public Security Solution of the Year at Lithuania's Defence and Security Industry Awards 2025.

DefendEyeKrakow, Poland

Polish manufacturer of fully autonomous, AI-powered tube-launched drones for emergency response and defence, requiring no remote control and launching in under 10 seconds.

DeftakTallinn, Estonia · 1-10

Ukrainian-Estonian defence technology startup developing next-generation high-precision ammunition for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles, with GPS-independent targeting capabilities.

DefTechBanská Bystrica, Slovakia

DefTech is a Slovak defense company founded in 2014, developing unmanned aerial vehicles and ground-based military systems. The company produces the Wolf 25 AD air defense system equipped with AESA radar capable of tracking 150 targets simultaneously, along with tactical armored vehicles. DefTech is investing €42 million in a production facility near Banská Bystrica.

DilectroWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Supplies unmanned aircraft, anti-drone systems and integration software for business and public administration clients. One of the oldest B2B drone suppliers in Poland, operating since 2011.

DK UnityRiga, Latvia · 1-10

Latvian defence and security company providing FPV drone systems, video monitoring and analytics, portable power storage, and autonomous power generation across the Baltics.

DonaustahlDeggendorf, Germany · 11-50

Modular loitering munition systems and drone motor manufacturing. The Adaptive Loitering Munition Platform Mouse can be configured for different mission profiles. Tripled revenue and expanding German production capacity.

DonecleLabège, France · 11-50

Builds fully automated drone inspection systems for civil and military aircraft, cutting full airframe inspection time to under one hour.

DronehubRzeszow, Poland · 11-50

Builds autonomous drone-in-a-box systems with docking stations capable of automatic battery replacement for non-stop missions. Works with the European Defence Agency and ESA. First in the world and only European manufacturer of autonomous battery-swap docking stations.

DroneRadarWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Built one of the world's first operational national UTM/ATM systems, used by the Polish Air Force and civil aviation since 2015. Provides drone airspace management infrastructure integrated with Poland's PansaUTM system.

ElarionVilnius, Lithuania · 1-10

Produces NDAA-compliant UAV avionics including ExpressLRS receivers and transmitter modules. All components sourced from Western suppliers with no Chinese parts. Listed on the Blue UAS Framework.

Eli Military SolutionsTallinn, Estonia · 1-50

Estonian manufacturer of military training equipment and UAV pneumatic launchers, exporting to over 30 countries worldwide.

ElistairDardilly, France · 50-100

Global leading manufacturer of automated tethered drone systems for persistent surveillance and emergency communications, providing continuous aerial presence up to 100m for hours.

EraserMarupe, Latvia · 11-50

Military drone manufacturer producing kamikaze, reconnaissance and interceptor UAVs on a modular platform. Spun out of BELSS in 2024, builds 1,500 drones per month for Latvia's MoD and the NATO Drone Coalition for Ukraine.

ETC-PZL Aerospace IndustriesMielec, Poland · 51-200

Develops flight simulators and training devices for military and civilian aircraft. Partners with Sikorsky to provide Black Hawk aircrew and maintenance training for European operators.

EurotechMielec, Poland · 11-50

Polish UAV manufacturer based in the Aviation Valley region with 12 years of operational experience flying for the Polish Anti-Aircraft Defence Forces. Has manufactured 280 Vermin aerial target systems and logged over 2,000 military flights. Also develops the HAASTA 150 kg-class ISR and strike drone.

Farada GroupLubartow, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures VTOL, multirotor and fixed-wing UAV platforms with ranges up to 1,000 km and payloads between 2 and 25 kg for defence and commercial operators. Majority-acquired by JR Holding ASI in 2025.

Farsight VisionLviv, Ukraine · 11-50

A geospatial analytics company that provides drone-based 3D mapping technology and digital twin creation platforms for real-time intelligence, terrain analysis, and situational awareness applications.

FlyFocusWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures fixed-wing and VTOL UAVs for ISR, strike and counter-drone missions using exclusively NATO-allied components. Raised €4.5 million in 2025 to build a new production facility in Poland.

FlyNow AviationSalzburg, Austria · 1-10

Develops, produces and distributes electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed for personal transportation, cargo, firefighting and medical evacuation missions.

GaltTecTartu, Estonia · 1-10

Estonian solid oxide fuel cell developer producing long-endurance power systems for unmanned aerial vehicles, enabling drones to fly 5x longer than lithium batteries.

GermandronesBerlin, Germany · 11-50

Develops the Songbird VTOL fixed-wing drone for ISR, transport and surveillance with 2-6 hours of flight time, and the BEE-H6 heavy-lift hexacopter carrying up to 200 kg. Offers modular payload integration for military and civilian applications.

Granta AutonomyVilnius, Lithuania · 11-50

Lithuanian drone manufacturer producing FPV quadcopters and the X-Wing loitering munition for Lithuanian and Ukrainian armed forces. Part of an EUR8M defence procurement delivering 7,000+ drones.

Grayscale AILondon, United Kingdom

Specializes in neuromorphic computing and AI to enable fully autonomous drones and robots using optimization-driven AI that mimics human neural networks.

HAT.tecMunich, Germany · 11-50

Builds AI-powered mission management software for airborne operations, helping pilots, drone operators and mission commanders work alongside autonomous systems in defence and public safety roles.

HIGHCATKonstanz, Germany · 1-10

Develops and manufactures UAV drones for reconnaissance and surveillance missions, offering modular, encrypted drone systems with dual-use applications for professional security operations.

KelluuJoensuu, Finland · 11-50

Kelluu delivers high-resolution environmental data using autonomous, emission-free airships, creating digital twins to help businesses and governments make better decisions. Provides data-as-a-service with high-resolution (1px/1cm) aerial data for environmental monitoring, geospatial mapping, and creating digital twins of real-world environments.

KrakulTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

Estonian IoT solutions company developing connected devices and autonomous platforms for aerospace, logistics, marine, and defence applications.

KrattWorksTallinn, Estonia · 11-50

Builds jamming-resistant ISR drones and aerial target systems for military operators, deployed across Estonia, Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova.

Ghost Dragon ISR

Tactical ISR quadcopter with a thermal and visual-light camera and jamming-resistant radio. Features wide frequency-band hopping radio for resilience against electronic warfare, a narrow-angle thermal camera enabling operation at higher altitudes, georeferenced video output and a GNSS-loss recovery mode that autonomously returns the drone to the pilot if both satellite navigation and datalink are simultaneously lost. Supports a wired antenna extension up to 100 metres from the pilot.

DART fixed-wing aerial target

High-speed fixed-wing aerial target for training with heavy machine guns, anti-aircraft cannons and air defence missiles. Flies at double the speed of conventional glider-type targets with high wind resistance, launches without a catapult and accepts payloads including IR flares and smoke generators. A VTOL variant is available.

LTMilTechVilkija, Lithuania · 1-10

Lithuanian manufacturer of combat-tested FPV drones and integrated defence solutions combining radar networks, perimeter sensors, anti-drone systems, and C4 command centers.

MBF GroupWarsaw, Poland · 51-200

Publicly listed defence technology consortium developing unmanned aerial systems and counter-UAS platforms. Leads the IRYDA PLUS programme, a reusable kinetic interceptor UAV designed to neutralise hostile drones and swarms.

Meridein GruppTallinn, Estonia · 1-10

Estonian distributor and solutions provider specializing in commercial drones and unmanned systems, offering wholesale products, training, and technical services.

MonopulseVilnius, Lithuania · 11-50

Manufactures NATO Class I tactical reconnaissance drones with GPS-jam resistance and night vision. The Falcon MK3S series covers ISR, topographic mapping and forward observation. Received EUR 1.12M from Lithuania's national development bank to expand production.

MonopulseKongens Lyngby, Denmark · 11-50

Designs and manufactures tactical drones and unmanned systems for defence and security applications. Specializes in advanced UAV platforms for military and surveillance operations.

MSP InnTechDrogomysl, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures UAV structures, autonomous control systems and stabilised sensor gimbals. Has delivered over 110 target drones to the Polish Armed Forces.

NautrikStockholm, Sweden · 11-50

Develops maritime drone platforms and autonomous systems for naval and commercial marine applications. Specializes in unmanned maritime vehicles for surveillance.

Origin RoboticsRiga, Latvia · 11-50

Defence technology company developing advanced autonomous systems including precision-guided weapons (BEAK system) and drone interceptors (BLAZE) for military and security applications.

Orqa FPVOsijek, Croatia · 11-50

Croatian technology company developing First Person View (FPV) drone technology and advanced vision systems, specializing in FPV goggles and remote reality applications.

Overwatch GroupWolverhampton, United Kingdom · 11-50

British defence technology company pioneering design, engineering and manufacture of unmanned aerial systems and precision strike payloads for defence applications.

Pholos

A 4.5 kg coaxial multi-role tactical UAV with static loiter capability, ultra-low noise signature, and interchangeable kinetic and non-kinetic payloads for precision strike and ISR missions.

PteroDynamics Transwing UAS

VTOL fixed-wing UAS with a folding Transwing design that combines vertical takeoff with long-range fixed-wing endurance, distributed exclusively by Overwatch in the UK, Saudi Arabia, and UAE.

HEX Munitions

A family of platform-agnostic kinetic payloads benchmarked to STANAG 4187 safety standards, available in multiple sizes and effects with supply-chain-resilient designs.

OVES EnterpriseCluj-Napoca, Romania

Romanian AI and defence software company developing autonomous drone systems, cruise missiles with Nemesis AI, and the SkyLock AI-based drone interception system.

PelixarWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Develops custom task-specific drones and unmanned systems with electric and hybrid propulsion, including unmanned boats and ground vehicles. Builds multi-platform ISR and strike packages.

Phoenix SystemsWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Develops Phoenix-RTOS, a proprietary real-time operating system deployed in over 1.6 million devices across smart grids, aviation and space. Partnered with FlyFocus and Apator to build STANAG-compliant autonomous FPV drones for the Polish military.

PicogridSlovakia

Cloud API platform connecting autonomous drones and UGVs for coordinated multi-robot defence operations.

Primoco UAVPrague, Czech Republic

Primoco UAV is a Czech manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles for civil and military use, traded on the Prague Stock Exchange since 2018. The company achieved NATO certification for its One 150 drone - the first for medium-weight drones up to 150kg, with 200 UAVs produced for operations across four continents including border protection and military reconnaissance.

Prometheus UAVWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Manufactures hybrid multirotor drone platforms with thermal imaging, night vision and RGB cameras for security, border patrol and critical infrastructure monitoring. Integrates AI-based anomaly detection with crisis management systems.

PZL DefenceSedziszow Malopolski, Poland · 11-50

Produces military UAVs, anti-drone systems and kamikaze drones. Joint venture between PZL Sedziszow, an energy company and Ukrainian drone specialists, founded in 2025.

QuadsatOdense, Denmark · 51-200

Provides UAV-based antenna testing and RF measurement solutions for satellite communications and defence industries. Their drone technology enables efficient on-site testing and calibration of antennas and RF systems.

SpectraLoc

A platform-agnostic electronic warfare payload that passively detects, identifies, and geolocates radar emitters and jamming devices from drone platforms without emitting signals, enabling stand-off electromagnetic intelligence.

QS Series RF Payloads

A family of UAV-mounted RF measurement payloads covering 2-31 GHz across three models (QS 2-12, QS 6-24, QS 17-31), with stabilized pointing, RTK positioning, and automated flight execution for in-situ satellite antenna testing.

RB DefenceWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Private capital group integrating, developing and producing drones, avionics, electronic warfare and communication electronics to dual-use standards. Operates through subsidiaries in Poland and the United Kingdom.

RBL Defence PolskaWarsaw, Poland · 1-10

Warsaw-based defence startup founded by military veterans developing modular composite shelters, loitering munitions, remotely operated electric combat vehicles and a patented cellular geotextile ballistic protection system. Won a Diamond Shields award at the Poland Security Congress 2025.

RevobeamGdansk, Poland · 1-10

Develops beam-reconfigurable antennas and wireless communication systems for UAVs and IoT devices, specializing in anti-jamming technology for defence applications.

RiftFrance

Autonomous VTOL reconnaissance drone network providing persistent surveillance capability. Raised EUR4.6M.

Robot AviationHønefoss, Norway · 1-10

Leading developer of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) offering SkyRobot family of fixed-wing aircraft for military and commercial surveillance, monitoring, and communication relay applications.

RSI EuropeVilnius, Lithuania · 51-200

Lithuanian company specializing in development and manufacturing of innovative radio and electronic systems for defence sector, including remote explosives initiation systems and FPV drones.

SkyaTurku, Finland

Develops autonomous aerial robotics solutions for various applications including transportation, data collection, precision farming, and smart city operations.

Skycorp TechnologiesTartu, Estonia · 1-10

Estonian company that develops and manufactures hydrogen-powered drones for emergency response, surveillance, agricultural applications, and infrastructure inspection with extended flight capabilities.

SkyetonTallinn, Estonia · 201-500

Fixed-wing UAV manufacturer producing the Raybird platform with 28-hour endurance and 2,500km range. Over 1,000 aircraft built, 350,000+ combat flight hours logged across military customers.

Raybird UAS

Fixed-wing tactical reconnaissance UAV with 28+ hours flight endurance, 2,500 km range, and 200+ km real-time video link, catapult-launched from any surface in 15 minutes.

Raybird Catapult Launch System

Mechanical catapult enabling Raybird deployment from any terrain without runways, with parachute and airbag recovery system designed for 200+ mission cycles per airframe.

RF Locator Module

Radio frequency intelligence payload for Raybird that detects and geolocates enemy emitters including air defence systems, electronic warfare units, radars, and communication signals.

SoftBlueBydgoszcz, Poland · 51-200

Bydgoszcz-based software house and R&D centre building embedded systems, IoT products and gimbal designs for defence and aerospace. Listed on the Polish NewConnect market.

SpartaqsWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures military reconnaissance drones including the Spider Tube ultralight UAV that deploys from an 80mm tube in under 10 seconds. Actively supplies the Ukrainian Armed Forces and builds the XTerminator anti-drone system. Won the Leader of State Security 2018 award.

Spectre Defence SolutionsWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and integrates combat drone systems including the Spectre-1 VTOL reconnaissance UAV and fiber-optic guided kamikaze drones with 10-20 km range. Supplies military and specialist services with platforms for reconnaissance, transport and strike.

SquadronGdansk, Poland · 11-50

Gdansk-based drone and counter-drone company providing UAV training, reconnaissance services and the EGIDA anti-drone protection system. Part of ASEL-TECH consortium.

TemesoRiga, Latvia

UAV aeronautical engineering company building drones with up to 300km range and biodegradable unmanned target platforms for military training. Member of the Federation of Security and Defence Industries of Latvia.

Tempterno DefenceTallinn, Estonia · 1-10

Estonian defence startup developing weapons systems for unmanned and autonomous platforms. Founded in 2025 and backed by Darkstar Ventures, with co-founder Lt Col Sten Allik bringing expertise in emerging military technologies from the Estonian Defence Forces.

Terminal AutonomyKyiv, Ukraine

Terminal Autonomy specializes in long-range, autonomous precision strike drones. Their battle-tested AI software suite enables real-time targeting, strike coordination, and swarm control. Products include the AQ-400 Scythe, AQ-100 Bayonet, and AQV-120 Scalpel autonomous systems.

Threod SystemsTartu, Estonia · 51-200

Designs and manufactures tactical surveillance drones, electro-optical ISR payloads and pneumatic launcher systems for military forces across 27 countries.

Eos C VTOL

A long-range fixed-wing surveillance and target acquisition UAS with vertical takeoff and landing capability. Weighing 14 kg, it offers up to three hours endurance, a radio line-of-sight range of 50 km and a maximum distance of 190 km. The system operates without GPS in contested environments, features EW-resistant communications and can be deployed by two operators in under four minutes from a 10x10 metre area. It operates between -20C and +50C and up to 4,500 metres altitude.

ThrustVilnius, Lithuania · 1-10

Lithuanian UAV technology company designing and operating high-capacity drone platforms and developing multi-scale AI analytics for 2D/3D remote sensing and defence applications.

Tytan TechnologiesMunich, Germany · 51-200

Develops AI-powered interceptor drones that detect, track and neutralize hostile UAVs at speeds up to 350 km/h. Won a multi-hundred-million-euro Bundeswehr contract and partnered with HENSOLDT to scale production to 3,000 interceptors per month from its Munich facility.

UAVLASWarsaw, Poland · 1-10

Develops precision drone landing assistance systems using lightweight onboard receivers (10 grams) and ground units (45 grams) that enable safe UAV landings without GPS, in darkness and in adverse weather conditions.

UniforceWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Delivers and integrates electronic security systems, unmanned aerial systems, video analytics and tactical vision systems for the Polish Armed Forces and uniformed services. Operating since 2007, exhibits regularly at MSPO.

VAAL AirshipsSaue, Estonia · 1-10

Develops and operates High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), stratospheric drones at approximately 21km altitude that provide surveillance and connectivity services as a satellite alternative. ESA BIC Estonia alumnus and EDIA member.

ViaDrone SWARMWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures European-made drone electronics including flight controllers, motor controllers and GNSS modules, replacing Chinese components in military supply chains.

WARGdronesHamburg, Germany · 11-50

Autonomous drone systems for explosive ordnance disposal and counter-IED operations. PEREGRINE drone deploys LANCE disruptors from airborne or landed positions with AI-assisted target acquisition. Delivering to Ukrainian forces.

Wild HornetsUkraine

FPV attack drones and secure tactical communications systems, actively deployed by Ukrainian armed forces in combat.

WingcopterWeiterstadt, Germany · 201-500

Electric VTOL delivery drones adaptable for tactical military logistics and humanitarian aid missions.

Wingcopter 198

A tilt-rotor eVTOL drone with 94 km range, 90 km/h cruise speed, and 4.7 kg payload capacity, featuring eight-motor redundancy, hot-swap batteries, and triple-drop delivery capability for up to three packages per flight.

Wingcopter Security & Defence (WSD)

A defence-focused ISR and cargo drone platform adapted from the Wingcopter 198, providing persistent surveillance, critical infrastructure inspection, and logistics delivery for military and security operators in harsh weather conditions.

LiDAR Surveying System

A BVLOS surveying solution using the Wingcopter 198 with LiDAR payloads achieving 570 pts/m2 at 10 mm accuracy, scanning up to 2,560 acres in 42 minutes across a 37-mile mission range for infrastructure inspection.