Houthi drone attacks and hijackings – Who controls the seas?

Here is a question for policy makers, international agencies, ministers of trade, transport and naval strategists. Is it even remotely acceptable that the peaceful passage of merchant ships through one of the world’s most important international sea routes should be subjected to attacks by heavily armed rebel forces controlling the …

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New RIEGL laser scanning solutions for UAV-based data acquis…

With their latest developments, RIEGL once again underlines its pioneering role as a provider of high-performance LiDAR sensors and systems for integration with UAS. The ongoing trend in the UAS industry demands for performance-matched and survey-grade laser scanners for integration with both compact multi-rotor and high-speed VTOL or fixed-wing UAV platforms. RIEGL has recognized this …

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WhiteFox Defense introduces Scorpion 3

As regional conflicts such as in Ukraine and Israel continue to pose significant challenges to security and stability, the demand for advanced solutions to mitigate the threats posed by drones has reached a critical juncture. WhiteFox Defense Technologies, a leading provider of cutting-edge counter-drone solutions, announces the release of Scorpion 3, a light-weight, …

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‘Disorganized and confusing’: Lawmakers, industry rip Pentag…

“It’s just very disorganized and confusing,” said a tech company executive, who like others was granted anonymity to discuss the private meeting. The problem with the initiative is that it’s “not actually associated with any dollars to make things happen.” Since the Replicator program was announced, Defense Department officials have …

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Matador UAS Logistics awarded four year FAA Part 107 BVLOS W…

Matador UAS Logistics, LLC dba Valkyrie UAS Solutions™, in partnership with Swoop Aero, Airspace Link, and the Matador UAS Consortium™ announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted a Part 107 waiver enabling remote, autonomous beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations along 134-mile corridor from Fort Stockton, Texas to Presidio, Texas …

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GA-ASI and USMC complete first MQ-9A WTI training class

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) teamed up to conduct flight training for Marines that was completed on Oct. 29, 2023. The seven-week course on the operation of MQ-9A Block 5 Unmanned Aircraft System was given to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One …

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Amprius Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AMPX) Major Shareholder Amp…

Amprius Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AMPX – Get Free Report) major shareholder Amprius, Inc. sold 100,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, December 15th. The shares were sold at an average price of $3.54, for a total transaction of $354,000.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider …

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Anduril unveils Roadrunner & Roadrunner-M

Anduril Industries has announced the Roadrunner and Roadrunner-Munition (Roadrunner-M). Roadrunner is a modular, twin-jet powered autonomous air vehicle with extraordinary performance at low cost. Vertical takeoff and landing capability gives Roadrunner the flexibility to rapidly launch from and return to any location, pairing high subsonic speed with exceptional agility and stability. …

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JOUAV Unveils PH-20: an upgraded heavy-lift multi-rotor dron…

JOUAV introduced the PH-20, a game-changing upgrade to its heavy-lift multi-rotor drone, formerly known as the PH-25. This revamped model promises a leap forward in performance, flexibility, and reliability, catering to diverse professional applications. Greater Efficiency in Flight Operations The PH-20 boasts unparalleled efficiency with an extended endurance of 75 minutes, …

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