Latest Unmanned Aerial Vehicles News

Orbital UAV has entered the Middle East market with a USD 1.1 million order from a UAE sovereign government for its 50HFE propulsion systems and signed a long-term distribution agreement to expand its UAV propulsion presence.

True North Copper has secured a $250,000 Queensland Government grant to fund an advanced drone-based geophysical survey at its Mt Oxide Copper Project, aiming to uncover concealed copper deposits ahead of its 2026 drilling campaign.

Orbital UAV has secured a pivotal engine order for heavy-lift drones, expanded its diagnostic support with Textron Systems, and entered a strategic MoU to participate in a NATO-aligned UAV program.

Orbital Corporation Ltd reports a stronger cash position and a strategic new order for its 350cc heavy fuel engine, signalling growth in both military and commercial UAV markets.

Summit Minerals has initiated a cutting-edge UAV aeromagnetic survey at its Keystone Project in Nevada, marking the first major exploration there since 1943. The survey aims to refine drilling targets for silver, gold, and tungsten mineralisation.

Ragnar Metals has confirmed multiple high-grade gold and silver zones at its Harnäs Project in Sweden, including a promising new target at Silvergruvan. The company is gearing up for a maiden diamond drilling campaign in early 2026 to further explore these discoveries.

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.

Nanoveu Limited has reported a major leap in drone endurance through its ultra-low-power AI chip technology, alongside advancing its next-generation 16 nm chip towards fabrication and expanding its U.S. sales network.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine propulsion program with critical durability testing, a new Defence contract phase, and a strategic $5.5 million capital raise to scale manufacturing and commercialisation.

Orbital Corporation Ltd reports a robust Q1 2025 with increased revenues, successful prototype completion of a new 350cc heavy fuel engine, and strategic partnerships positioning it for growth in the evolving UAV market.

Aurora Labs has secured over A$900,000 in contracts with the Australian Defence Force, pushing forward its advanced propulsion systems and additive manufacturing capabilities. A strategic partnership with Sovereign Propulsion Systems aims to integrate these innovations into next-generation unmanned aerial systems.

Orbital Corporation Limited posted a $4.3 million net loss for FY25, reflecting a revenue decline amid production transitions. The company secured a $3 million capital raise to support new UAV engine development and expand its global footprint.