Latest Commercial Drones News

Nanoveu’s ECS-DoT AI chip has demonstrated up to 27.8% improvement in drone cruise energy efficiency in live flight tests, achieving gains without any hardware changes and consuming negligible power.

Nanoveu Limited has completed tape-out of its next-generation 16nm ECS-DoT AI chip, progressing its ultra-low-power edge AI commercialisation, while bolstering its drone systems capabilities through the Spinoff Robotics acquisition.

Elsight has secured a follow-on US$2 million order from a U.S. public safety customer, quadrupling its initial purchase and underscoring growing commercial traction ahead of expected FAA drone rule changes.

AnteoTech has secured independent validation of its Ultranode™ 95 silicon anode in commercial-format battery cells, demonstrating over 40% higher energy density and strong cycle life, advancing its push into the growing drone battery market.

Nanoveu Limited (ASX: NVU) is acquiring Singapore’s Spinoff Robotics, securing proprietary drone platforms and engineering talent to integrate its AI silicon with custom airframes. This vertical integration aims to propel Nanoveu into sovereign drone solutions for defence and critical infrastructure.

Aurora Labs has secured its first $250,000 order for AU4 propulsion engines from Sovereign Propulsion Systems, marking a key step in its commercialisation strategy targeting unmanned aerial vehicles and defence markets.

Elsight Limited has reported a landmark Q3 2025 with record revenue growth and sustained profitability, driven by booming defence budgets and expanding commercial drone markets.

Nanoveu’s subsidiary EMASS has initiated live flight tests using the Crazyflie nano-drone to validate simulation results showing over 50% endurance gains from its ECS-DoT AI chip. These trials aim to confirm real-world energy savings and autonomous navigation capabilities with minimal sensors.

Elsight has secured a US$5.35 million contract with a European defence OEM, pushing its 2025 orders to US$23.3 million, a staggering 1000% increase over 2024. The company’s rising deliveries and upcoming ASX index inclusions mark a pivotal growth phase.

Elsight Limited has reported a remarkable 344% jump in first-half revenue to US$4.85 million, significantly narrowing its net loss and securing a substantial US$39 million capital raise to fuel growth.

Orbital UAV secures $3 million through a share placement to boost manufacturing capabilities and expand business development amid new US drone market opportunities.

Elsight Limited has raised A$60 million through a strongly supported placement, marking a milestone with consecutive record revenues and cash flow breakeven. The company is poised to capitalize on surging defence budgets and expanding drone markets with a robust pipeline of opportunities.