Latest Drone Technology News

Native Mineral Resources has identified 15 promising new gold exploration targets at its Blackjack Gold Mine in Queensland following a detailed drone magnetic survey, setting the stage for drilling in November 2025.

DroneShield has surpassed 4,000 systems sold globally, securing $7.9 million in new contracts from the U.S. Department of Defense and reporting record half-year revenue growth.

DroneShield Limited has responded to ASX scrutiny over its disclosure of losing a $45.9 million Systems Integration Partner contract for Project LAND 156, denying the information was material to investors.

Nanoveu Limited reveals significant progress in its ECS-DoT system-on-chip technology, showcasing a 60% average increase in drone flight endurance and advancing production with TSMC’s 16nm process. The company’s latest investor webinar highlights its growing OEM partnerships and disruptive edge AI capabilities.

Nanoveu’s subsidiary EMASS has demonstrated a remarkable leap in drone endurance using its ECS-DoT ultra-low-power AI chip, achieving average flight time extensions of 60% across multiple drone types in over 300 simulated trials.

RocketDNA Ltd reported a slight revenue decline and increased losses in H1 2025 but marked significant progress in drone technology deployments and operational certifications.

Estrella Resources has launched a comprehensive drone and geophysical survey program across its manganese and limestone projects in Timor-Leste, aiming to sharpen geological models and enhance drill targeting ahead of upcoming campaigns.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured a role in the Australian Defence Force’s $1.3 billion Project LAND 156, aiming to develop advanced counter-drone capabilities over the next decade. Initial orders for EOS’s Slinger remote weapon system could boost revenues from 2026 onwards.

Electro Optic Systems reveals a challenging half-year with a steep revenue drop and loss from continuing operations, offset by a substantial gain from divesting EM Solutions and a major new laser weapons contract.

RocketDNA has secured a three-year contract to deploy its autonomous drone solution at the Gruyere Gold Mine, marking a significant step in integrating AI-powered surveying technology in mining operations.

DroneShield launches SentryCiv, a subscription-based AI-powered counter-drone solution designed to protect civilian critical infrastructure from emerging aerial threats.

Loyal Metals has raised $2 million through a targeted placement to accelerate exploration at its newly acquired Highway Reward Copper-Gold Mine, leveraging cutting-edge AI and drone technologies.