Latest Drone Technology News

DroneShield Limited has retracted its recent announcement of $7.6 million in new U.S. Government orders, clarifying these were reissued contracts rather than fresh deals. The company is addressing the administrative error to prevent future confusion.

RocketDNA has landed a significant contract with Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore to supply and integrate seven autonomous drone systems at the Sishen Mine, marking a key step in expanding AI-driven mining technology in Africa.

RocketDNA has raised $4 million through a well-supported placement to accelerate production and software development, following significant contract wins with mining giants BHP Mitsubishi Alliance and Gold Fields.

RocketDNA Ltd reported a 13% revenue increase in Q3 2025, driven by a surge in autonomous drone operations and new multi-million dollar contracts across Australia and Africa. The company’s expanding footprint in Tier-1 mining clients highlights growing adoption of AI-powered drone technology in open-pit mining.

Krakatoa Resources is advancing its Zopkhito Antimony-Gold Project in Georgia with innovative drone LiDAR surveys and dual diamond drilling, moving closer to a maiden JORC resource amid rising demand for critical minerals.

DroneShield Limited reports a staggering 1,091% revenue increase in 3Q25, driven by booming military and civilian counter-drone demand and strategic expansion of manufacturing and AI-powered SaaS offerings.

DroneShield Limited has delivered a blockbuster quarter with record revenue and operating cash flow, driven by new SaaS products and major government contracts. The company is positioning itself for sustained profitability and expansion into civilian markets.

DroneShield launches its largest AI software update yet, enhancing drone detection and disruption capabilities with doubled processing power and expanded databases.

DroneShield is investing $13 million over three years to open a new counter-drone research facility in Adelaide, marking a key step in its global growth and technology development.

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.

RocketDNA Ltd has landed a $450,000 contract with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance to operate three SurveyBot drone units over nine months, reinforcing its foothold in the mining sector.

Electro Optic Systems updates its 2025 revenue outlook to $115-125 million from existing contracts, with potential for an additional $25 million from new orders. The company’s contract backlog has jumped to $299 million, reflecting strong demand despite some delays in contract signings.