Draganfly Secures US Department of War Contract for Advanced Counter-UAS System Development
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Draganfly Inc. announced it has been selected by the US Department of War for an initial development contract to create an integrated, multi-layered Counter-UAS (C-UAS) system.
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US Department of War Contract Awarded
Draganfly Inc., in collaboration with F4 Defense International (F4DI), has been selected by DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory for an initial development contract.
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Focus on Counter-UAS System Development
The contract is for the creation of a modular, multi-layered, integrated Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) designed to detect, identify, track, target, and defeat hostile drones.
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Strategic Expansion into Defense Sector
This initiative reinforces Draganfly's continued expansion into advanced defense and force-protection technologies, addressing a critical and rapidly evolving defense requirement.
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Large Market Opportunity
The global Counter-UAS market is projected to grow to more than US$20 billion by 2030, representing one of the fastest-growing segments in the global defense sector.
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Draganfly's selection by the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory for a C-UAS development contract is a significant strategic win. This positions the company at the forefront of a rapidly growing defense market, validating its drone technology for critical military applications. While the initial contract value is not disclosed, this partnership with the Department of War could lead to substantial future revenue as the C-UAS market is projected to exceed $20 billion by 2030.
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