Ukraine's only domestic mass-producer of military-grade tethered aerostats. Product line spans 12 m³ to 60+ m³ platforms lifting 6–30 kg payloads. Primary use case is elevated connectivity — extending secure radio range up to 100 km and enabling ELINT triangulation of enemy UAV operators at 90 km. Aerostats operate in winds up to 90 km/h with an integrated stabilization mechanism.

Ukrainian manufacturer of high-performance FPV drone motors and propulsion components. Supplies motors for combat FPV drones used by Ukrainian forces on the front line.

Developer of autonomous drones for humanitarian demining and landmine detection. ST1 Landmine Detector uses metal detection coils, multiple sensors, and RGB camera to identify all landmine types including low-metal-content mines. Operates 4x faster than human deminers.

Ukrainian manufacturer of FPV, bomber, and ground robotic systems with 10+ years of experience and 20 aerospace engineers. Products include the Mangush 15-inch heavy bomber (9 kg payload, 110 km/h, 15 km range, 35 min flight), Bomber and Postman FPV platforms, VARKHAN UGV (serial production 2025), and T-Bone ground control stations. Also produces antennas, masts, and repeaters. Launched mass production of Mangush in April 2026.

Airlogix

Ukraine

Airlogix develops AI-guided autonomous UAVs including the Seth-X and Anubis assault drone platforms. In May 2026 the company launched a joint venture factory in Germany with American-German Auterion to produce thousands of Seth-X and Anubis drones for Ukraine and NATO allies, featuring Auterion's Nemyx swarm-control software. COO Dmytro Pyatrin announced at the Invest in Bravery summit (Kyiv, April 30, 2026) that Airlogix plans 6 additional JVs with allied-country partners and 10x production capacity growth by end of 2026, plus 4 new products.

Amazing Drones

Ukraine

Amazing Drones develops interceptor drones focused on defeating Shahed-type UAVs. Japan's Terra Drone Corporation is investing in Amazing Drones and scaling production of the Terra A1 and Terra A2 interceptor drone series under the Amazing Drones brand. Terra A1: max speed 280 km/h, 15 min flight time, 18 km range, VTOL launch, 500g payload. Terra A2: max speed 310 km/h, 40 min flight time, 75 km range, 5 km altitude, catapult launch, 750g payload. Terra Drone also announced investment in new jet UAV technologies.

Виробник двигунів для дронів. Залучила інвестицію від чеського фонду S-Tech Ventures для запуску лінії потужністю до 50 000 двигунів на місяць (червень 2026).

Manufactures the A1-CM Furia — Ukraine's most battle-proven ISR drone, in service since 2014 and combat-adopted by the AFU in April 2022. System cost ~$200,000 (vs. $700,000 for comparable Polish FlyEye). In 2024 unveiled Furia 2.0 with 6-hour endurance and 100 km range (2× previous). Also produces the ST-35 Silent Thunder strike variant. Currently producing 150 systems/month with ~200 employees. Expanding into international export markets including Middle East.

AI-powered autonomous targeting system for FPV drones. Develops machine learning algorithms enabling FPV drones to autonomously identify and engage targets, reducing pilot workload in contested environments.

Bavovna.AI

Ukraine

AI-powered platform for military target recognition and strike planning. Uses computer vision and machine learning to identify, classify, and prioritize targets from aerial imagery.

Black Forest Systems develops infantry-focused reconnaissance and strike drones designed for use by regular soldiers with basic technical skills. Their flagship Verdict drone and SHADOX series provide combined reconnaissance and strike capabilities for infantry support. Founded in 2024, the company raised $400K from Double Tap and Swedish investors and plans to produce several thousand SHADOX drones in 2026.

BlueBird Tech develops FPV drones, EW systems, and C-UAS solutions. In late April 2026, the company announced development of domestic anti-aircraft missiles capable of intercepting enemy drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles — a significant expansion into kinetic air defense systems. BlueBird Tech positions itself as a full-spectrum aerial threats company with capabilities spanning offense, defense, and electronic warfare.

Розробляє мережеві рішення для координації роботизованих бойових комплексів. У червні 2026 провела перше польове випробування мережі для управління роботизованими комплексами в умовах, наближених до бойових.

Buntar Aerospace

Ukraine

Ukrainian developer of ISR drone systems. Core product: Buntar-3 VTOL reconnaissance drone with up to 4 hours flight time. Paired with Copilot mission-management software. Focused on intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities integrated with AI analytics.

Ukrainian private air defense company deploying the Sky Sentinel autonomous anti-aircraft turret system equipped with Browning M2 machine guns. Operational since January 2026; achieved 85% drone interception rate by March 2026. First company to confirm private interception of Russian Shahed and Zala drones. System is backed by UNITED24. Operates in partnership with Hvardiia operator network protecting civilian infrastructure (Nova Poshta, Kyivvodokanal). At least 13 companies now active in Ukrainian private air defense market.

Розробляє лазерну зброю «Тризуб» для знищення безпілотників. Система здатна уражати цілі на дистанції до 5 км, що дозволяє ефективно знищувати дрони типу Shahed. Інтегрована в мобільну протидронову платформу на причепі для швидкого розгортання. Станом на травень 2026 перебуває у фінальній фазі тестування; Сили безпілотних систем ЗСУ вперше продемонстрували «Тризуб» у квітні 2025. Ефективна дальність ураження FPV-дронів — 800–900 м, загальна дальність — до 5 км. Система отримує дані від зовнішнього радару для завчасного виявлення цілей.

Chaklun is a Dnipro-based UAV manufacturer developing long-range drones for strike and reconnaissance missions since 2022. In April 2026, they unveiled a new gasoline-powered drone with a DLE 111 two-cylinder engine (~11 HP) capable of carrying heavy payloads over long distances. The company employs 170 staff and sources components internationally due to limited domestic supply.

Los Angeles-based defense startup founded by Ukrainians, developing GPS-denied autonomous navigation for unmanned systems. The IVFOS (Inertial Visual Flow and Optical System) platform integrates computer vision, visual odometry, and inertial navigation to maintain precision positioning in EW-jammed environments. Navigation kit approved for procurement in Ukraine and meets NATO interoperability standards. In April 2026, raised $200K seed from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).

Develops data encryption and cybersecurity infrastructure for military and government clients. Their Themis and Acra platforms protect sensitive communications and battlefield data. Increasingly relevant as Ukrainian military networks face constant cyber attacks.

Develops long-range and medium-range strike UAVs, including systems with up to 2,500 km range. Signed five-year cooperation program with Copenhagen Global A/S (Denmark) under 'Build with Ukraine' framework in February 2026 for joint production of both long-range (2,500 km) and medium-range (400 km) strike systems.

Deftak builds computer-vision guided drone munitions (smart bombs) for multi-rotor and fixed-wing platforms. Munitions self-target after drop using machine vision, eliminating GPS dependency. Price in line with FPV drones ($400–600). Founded 2024 by engineers from Google, Facebook, EPAM, Megogo. Also has legal entity in Estonia. Q2 2026: finalizing product for mass production. April 2026: raised new investment from Angel One Fund (undisclosed amount, ~$200K est.).

DevDroid develops AI-powered robotic combat systems for Ukraine's armed forces. Key products: Maul (evacuation UGV, in serial production), Droid NW-40 (40mm grenade launcher UGV unveiled at BEDEX 2026), Droid Box (universal UGV OS, codified by Ukrainian MoD and integrated into 8 platforms), and an AI-powered tri-camera target detection system. Electric trigger for remote weapon control revealed Apr 2026. Combat-tested on frontlines.

Estonian-Ukrainian defense startup developing the AURA autonomy platform — proprietary single-board computers paired with terminal guidance and AI-driven autonomy software for FPV drones, fixed-wing UAVs, and interceptors. AURA enables GPS-denied autonomous navigation and object recognition. Products: AURA Mini ($150, FPV), AURA ($200-250, fixed-wing), AURA Pro ($450-550, interceptors). Received Angel One investment in April 2026.

DOT-Chain Defence (АОЗ ДОТ) is a Ukrainian defense procurement marketplace that connects drone and equipment manufacturers with military units. The platform handles the full procurement cycle: manufacturer onboarding, contracting, payments, and logistics tracking. In May 2026, units of the Ukrainian Drone Line ordered UAVs and equipment worth 184.8M UAH via the platform in under two weeks, with first deliveries of 40.8M UAH already fulfilled. The MoD allocated dedicated budget for Drone Line units on the platform.

Ukrainian developer of high-performance FPV strike systems, ISR drones, autonomous mission technologies, and drone simulators (UFDS — Ukrainian Fight Drone Simulator). Collaborated with Bat Drones R&D center and PG Robotics to launch serial production of the Angel Spire interceptor drone targeting Shahed-type UAVs (March 2026).

Dropla Tech

Ukraine

AI-powered battlefield threat detection. BLUE EYES system detects landmines and ambush drones in real time from drone video feeds, without GPS or communications. Protects supply convoys operating within 50km of front lines.

First defense tech OS in Ukraine for deploying and updating software across all unmanned systems. Narsil copilot provides autonomous FPV drone targeting in GPS-denied/EW-jammed environments with semi-autonomous targeting and swarm capabilities. B2B infrastructure saves companies $200K-$500K in platform development costs.

Ukrainian armored vehicle design and manufacturing bureau producing the ONCILLA 4x4 APC and other high-precision armored solutions. Supplies vehicles directly to Ukrainian military forces. In March 2026, entered a strategic partnership with Italian Tekne S.p.A. and US Nuburu Defense for deployment of the GRAELION tactical demining vehicle in Ukraine, targeting €80–120M program scale.

Falcons

Ukraine

RF direction-finding systems for battlefield use. Flagship product ETER detects enemy drones, comms and EW assets by radio frequency with no GPS dependency — 30-50x cheaper than comparable NATO solutions. Has contributed to confirmed destruction of a ~$90M Russian system. Backed by Green Flag Ventures (2025) to scale toward NATO certification.

Farsight Vision

Ukraine

AI-powered decision intelligence and situational awareness platform for drones and robots. Transforms UAV imagery into geospatial intelligence — 3D models, orthophotos, anomaly detection in GPS-denied environments. Launched in-flight UAV video streaming capability (May 2026). Integrated with battle management systems, simulators, and VR interfaces. Used by 100+ units of Ukraine's Defence Forces.

Виробник перехоплювача LITAVR. У травні 2026 представила оновлену версію з інтегрованою системою автоматичної ідентифікації цілі та автоураження.

Fire Point develops precision strike munitions for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The company is preparing to begin testing its FP-9 ballistic missile in early summer 2026 — one of the most ambitious Ukrainian-developed long-range strike systems to date. Previously developed the FP-1 drone used in attacks against Russian targets in Crimea.

Frontline Robotics

Ukraine

Ukrainian UAV and UGV developer producing the Linza 3.0 reconnaissance drone (12-inch frame, 4 kg payload, 15 km range, 60 min endurance with AI visual-inertial navigation) and Buria robotic turret (digital terrain mapping, 256 target coordinates). Co-founded Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI) JV with Germanys Quantum Systems; QFI delivered its first batch of Linza 3.0 drones to the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Mar 2026. Production target: 10,000 drones by end 2026.

General Cherry manufactures C-UAS and FPV drone systems. In March 2026, the company announced a strategic joint venture with US defense manufacturer Wilcox Industries Corp and signed deals for production sites in the United States — a significant milestone for Ukrainian defense tech entering the US market. The company also signed 10-year drone defense agreements with Gulf states as part of Ukraines drone export push.

Спільно з Culver Aerospace розробила ударний БПЛА середньої дальності «Бегемот» — здатний уражати цілі на відстані до 300 км з бойовою частиною масою до 75 кг (тандемний заряд: ударне ядро + термобарика). Дрон летить на малій висоті, підтримує польот за Starlink. Підтверджено бойове застосування. Представлено публічно 21 травня 2026.

G-Next Intelligence develops real-time data collection, processing, and analysis solutions for the battlefield. Focuses on next-gen defense intelligence capabilities for Ukraine's armed forces. Raised pre-seed funding in 2026 for international expansion and team growth.

Geospatial intelligence platform fusing multi-source intelligence (HUMINT, OSINT, SIGINT, IMINT) using AI for enhanced situational awareness. Developed crisis monitoring solution after Kakhovka dam disaster. Partnered with Summa Defence for joint venture.

Hard Cat Drones is a Kyiv-based startup specializing in unmanned systems for riverine and maritime combat operations. Products include a kamikaze strike USV and systems capable of seabed scanning, mine detection, reconnaissance, and navigational support for Ukrainian naval vessels. Backed by Double Tap Investments in its pre-seed round in 2025.

Communications and C2 systems for defence. Integrated communications system into Swarmer drone swarm technology (Apr 2026). Co-developed with Swarmer for coordinated multi-drone operations. Raised $2.5M seed round (Dec 2025, Misha Rudominski CEO). Hiring actively — listed among top defence tech employers May 2026.

Huless

Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine

Manufacturer of tethered drones for battlefield communication extension. Highline-T operates up to 4 hours at 100m altitude, providing EW-resilient comms via fiber-optic tether. Enables reliable communications for mobile units independent of GPS or radio interference.

Infozahyst

Kyiv, Ukraine

Ukraine's leading SIGINT/ELINT developer with battlefield-proven systems deployed across the front. Key products: Plastun — direction finder detecting any radio activity in 20 km radius and pinpointing coordinates in real time; Gekata — strategic SIGINT complex tracking radar stations, EW systems, and aircraft at up to 450 km range; Arhont (revealed 2024) — SIGINT system monitoring enemy radio spectrum at up to 400 km range. Khortytsia-M — mobile automated COMINT system. Supplied 300+ units to AFU in 2024. Joined MITS Industries holding in 2025.

Ukrainian manufacturer of modular MRAP-class armored vehicles engineered in close cooperation with special forces. Inguar-3 available in 4x4 and 6x6 configurations, fully manufactured in Ukraine without civilian chassis. Configurable for air defense, anti-tank, EW, optical reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and command roles.

Iron Belly is a Lviv-based Ukrainian fixed-wing drone manufacturer that co-developed the D4 long-range attack drone with US firm Shield AI. The D4 features 100 km range, 3 kg warhead, optical navigation, and fully autonomous terminal flight. Production capacity: 500–1,000 units/month, scaling to higher volumes.

Розробник броньованого захисту для військової техніки ЗСУ. Ключові продукти: броньовані двері для HMMWV M1151A1 (захист PZSA-4 / SK-4 проти 7.62×54 з 10 м), антидронова система Tower 1 для Bradley M2A2 ODS-SA (рама з сіткою для відхилення кумулятивних БЧ), бронеавтомобіль MEDEVAC на базі HMMWV (двошарова броня Hardox 500). Продукти перебувають у бойовому застосуванні ЗСУ.

Develops AI-driven Active Protection Systems using computer vision and Edge AI for kinetic drone interception. The I-SEE system detects FPV drones at 250-300m (2x camera) up to 2.5km (max zoom) without emitting radio signals. Tracks target motion vectors and integrates with net launchers and automated turrets. Working on autonomous kinetic interception turret for vehicle and position protection — a kinetic answer to fiber-optic drones that cannot be jammed.

Kara Dag Technologies

Ukraine

AI-powered drone detection systems. Flagship product Obriy is a wearable RF drone detector identifying FPV drones and quadcopters at 2.5-4 km range. Widely deployed with Ukrainian Armed Forces. In 2026 entered strategic partnership with US defense company Anduril Industries.

Produces Ukraine's most widely deployed portable EW suite: KVSG-6 drone jammer (suppresses FPV, Shahed, commercial drones), vehicle-mounted EW platforms, and drone detection networks. Supplied 180+ KVS G-6 jammers to Ukrainian forces in a single batch. In February 2025 launched Atlas — a nationwide anti-drone wall project: 8,500 jamming and detection nodes networked into a single real-time threat overview for all brigades, battalions, and platoons. Invested $500K in AI-guided counter-UAV systems.

Ukrainian defense company L7 develops military training simulators. In April 2026, they launched a full-scale 82mm mortar crew training simulator supporting KBA-48M1, KBA-48M, and UPIK-82 mortars.

Ukrainian defense company L7 develops military training simulators. In April 2026, they launched a multi-mode 82mm mortar crew training simulator capable of simulating KBA-48M1, KBA-48M, and UPIK-82 mortars. The full-scale simulator supports realistic training for mortar crews.

One of several Ukrainian mass producers of FPV kamikaze drones. Produces both standard FPV attack drones and fiber-optic guided variants that are resistant to electronic jamming. FPV drones manufactured by companies like MacFlurry have become a defining weapon of the 2022–2025 conflict.

Mantis Analytics develops AI-driven situational awareness platforms for managing physical and information risks. Their platform targets corporate and government sectors in Europe. In April 2026 they received a €500K EU EIC Accelerator grant — the largest disclosed amount among five Ukrainian deftech EIC winners that round.

Розробляє важкі квадрокоптери-бомбардувальники. Флагман — дрон Adis: радіус бою 20 км із навантаженням 10 кг (тести — 50 км із 3 кг), витривалість ~1 год, крейсерська швидкість 65 км/год, робоча висота 400 м. Ключова особливість — супутниковий зв'язок (satcom), що знімає обмеження радіогоризонту. Модульна конструкція: удари, дистанційне мінування, доставка вантажів. Подвійна камера: виявлення цілей на 600 м вдень / 150 м вночі. Дрон пройшов офіційну кодифікацію і буде доступний на Brave1 Market та DOT-Chain Defence. Назва на честь загиблого бійця 72 ОМБр із позивним Adis (червень 2022, Донецька обл.).

Developer of counter-drone interception systems. Builds physical interceptor platforms designed to neutralize enemy UAVs including FPV drones and loitering munitions through kinetic engagement.

Ukrainian defense tech company, developer of the SkyKnight system. In May 2026 signed a $2.86M contract with Swarmer for joint deployment.

Developer of laser guidance systems and precision camera stabilizers for combat drones. Laser designator illuminates targets for drone-delivered munitions; seeker module homes in on the laser spot. EW-resistant terminal guidance for UAV-delivered weapons.

MITS Industries is a new Danish-Ukrainian defense company launched by investment group MITS Capital in September 2025. Initial portfolio companies include Tencore (UGV), Infozahyst (SIGINT/EW), Unwave (EW), and an undisclosed drone maker. Operates as a platform company for mergers and acquisitions in Ukrainian defense tech, with projected 2026 revenue exceeding $200M and 1,000+ employees combined. Registered in Denmark.

Розробник радарних систем для потреб оборони. У червні 2026 залучила €2 млн інвестицій.

Motor-G

Ukraine

High-volume Ukrainian manufacturer of FPV drone motors. One of Ukraine's largest domestic producers of combat FPV drone motors, supplying hundreds of thousands of units to front-line operators.

NORDA Dynamics develops autonomous drone control systems for GPS-denied and EW-jammed environments. Products include the Underdog autonomy module (guides UAVs in combat without GPS) and StableLink stabilization system. Technology is war-tested on Ukrainian frontlines.

NVO Praktika is a Ukrainian light armored vehicle manufacturer. In November 2025, Praktika signed a landmark co-production agreement with Spanish firms TECNOVE S.L. and Escribano Mechanical and Engineering (EM&E Group) to jointly manufacture multi-purpose armored vehicles, fire support vehicles, and specialized EW/C2/medical vehicles in Spain. The first Ukrainian armored vehicle co-production deal in the EU, using a 25,000m2 facility in Herencia (Madrid region). Products will equip both Ukrainian Armed Forces and EU partner nations.

Розробляє enterprise GenAI платформу SURE з фокусом на оборонний ринок. Pre-seed $500K від N1 Investment Company (травень 2026), seed-раунд запланований на осінь 2026.

Ukrainian defense company (part of Octava Group) and developer of the FENEK acoustic drone detection system. FENEK uses passive TDOA triangulation via a 7-microphone array to detect Shahed-type drones at up to 3 km. As of May 2026, FENEK gained cruise missile detection capability at up to 5 km — with zero radio emissions, making it immune to EW countermeasures and effective against fiber-optic drones.

Odd Systems

Kyiv, Ukraine

Ukrainian developer of optical sensors and cameras for UAVs and autonomous systems. In April 2026 released the Svitlych-662 — a Full HD (1920x1080) daytime tactical digital camera for drones, built on a low-light sensor with MIPI CSI-2 interface, compatible with Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, designed for computer vision integration on UAVs, UGVs, and surveillance platforms. Also produces the Kurbas series of thermal cameras. Products manufactured for mass frontline deployment. Website: oddsystems.io

Oko Camera

Ukraine

Manufacturer of compact surveillance and reconnaissance cameras for military UAVs and ground systems. Produces ruggedized optical payloads with thermal and EO capabilities for real-time ISR missions.

AI-powered persistent surveillance and situational awareness platform for military operations. Integrates data from multiple sensor sources to provide commanders with continuous battlefield visibility and threat detection.

Розробник UGV «Teslia» — логістична та евакуаційна платформа, 180 кг корисного навантаження, кодифікована МОУ у січні 2025. У травні 2026 TAF Industries придбала контрольний пакет; Resist.UA повністю вийшов з позиції.

Designs and manufactures uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) for maritime strike and reconnaissance missions. Piranha USVs have been deployed in Black Sea operations, including attacks on Russian naval vessels. The company is developing next-generation autonomous maritime systems with improved payload capacity and range.

Польсько-українська компанія, розробила «Scan Horizon» — автономну систему нейтралізації FPV та Shahed-дронів. Використовує сенсорну фузію трьох типів: акустичний масив мікрофонів, AI-камера візуального трекінгу та радар. Система презентована на European Defense Tech Hackathon у Києві 7 травня 2026 року.

Ukrainian manufacturer of FPV strike drones and counter-UAV net launchers. Best known for the Ptashka handheld anti-drone net gun (25-30m range), widely deployed by Ukrainian forces. In April 2026 released the updated Ptashka 2.0 net launcher with faster reload and improved controls. Also developing UGV-mountable net launchers. All products built around direct frontline feedback.

Quantum Systems (UA)

Munich, Germany / Ukraine

Produces the Trinity F90+ and Vector fixed-wing VTOL drones widely deployed by Ukrainian forces for ISR. Donated 100 Trinity systems to Ukraine and commenced operator training in January 2024. Two production facilities established in Ukraine post-invasion; plans to double capacity in 2025. The company has adapted products for Ukrainian theater conditions. Supplies Ukrainian and NATO partner forces. Valuation reached $3.5B in 2025, making it one of Europe's most valuable defense-tech companies.

Ratel Robotics develops unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. In April 2026, the company began testing net launchers integrated on UGVs — a new C-UAS capability enabling ground robots to physically intercept and capture enemy drones using nets. This represents a significant expansion of Ratel UGV capabilities into active drone defense.

Develops LEGIT tactical multi-purpose robotic ground platform. Signed joint venture with Finland's New Paakkola Oy under 'Build with Ukraine' framework in February 2026 for joint production of 1,500 LEGIT units for Ukrainian Armed Forces.

RightSpot.AI

Ukraine

AI-driven geospatial intelligence platform for military applications. Analyzes satellite and aerial imagery to provide actionable location intelligence and positional awareness for commanders.

Roboneers

Lviv, Ukraine

Roboneers is a Ukrainian UGV manufacturer. On April 29, 2026, they unveiled the Lynx+ — an upgraded ground robotic combat system featuring an electric power system and extended operational range compared to the original Lynx. Designed for frontline operations in high-EW environments.

Sensorama Lab is a Kyiv-based VR/XR training startup founded in 2016. Their flagship defense product is Drone XR — a simulator for drone assembly and piloting training. In April 2026 they received an EU EIC Accelerator grant. The company also co-founded Blue Arrow (with KEF Robotics) developing autonomous drone software.

Sine Engineering develops satellite-independent navigation software enabling drones to fly without GPS, critical for operation in EW-jammed environments. Used by 150+ Ukrainian drone manufacturers including for interceptor drones. Founded in 2022 by Andriy Chulyk, starting with 5 volunteers, now a 200-person team based in Lviv with a European office in Finland. In March 2026, became the first recipient of investment from the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF), beating 200+ applicants.

SKIFTECH develops military simulation and training software for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. In 2026, SKIFTECH secured a contract with the U.S. Army to develop laser simulators — the first Ukrainian miltech company to win a direct U.S. Army contract. This marks a major milestone for Ukrainian defense tech export to the US market.

Skyeton

Kharkiv, Ukraine

Manufactures the Raybird series of long-endurance fixed-wing ISR drones. Raybird-3: up to 10 hours endurance, 100+ km range. Latest Raybird variant: 28-hour endurance, 2,500 km range, up to 4,500 m altitude. AFU ordered 75+ reconnaissance systems between Feb 2022 and May 2024. Production launched in Slovakia in 2024. UK joint venture for Raybird production announced July 2025 — targeting AFU, British Army, and NATO partners. Showcased at Eurosatory 2024.

SkyFall manufactures FPV strike drones, interceptors, and C-UAS systems. In February 2026, Forbes Ukraine reported that SkyFall is in negotiations to launch drone production in Denmark — a significant step toward establishing European manufacturing capacity. The P1-Sun interceptor drone is domestically produced and ready for supply to Ukrainian forces.

Sky Fortress develops Sky Map, a command-and-control platform that integrates acoustic sensors, radar, and AI to detect incoming drones and coordinate counter-drone responses. The system has been deployed across Ukraine with over 10,000 acoustic sensors. In April–May 2026, the US military deployed Sky Map at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia to counter Iranian Shahed drones, with Ukrainian officers training US personnel on the platform. Ukraine also signed 10-year defense agreements with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar to supply counter-drone expertise.

Sky Spy

Ukraine / USA

Develops Agent 001 — a 500g SIGINT payload that turns any small UAV into an autonomous signal intelligence platform. Detects, classifies, and geolocates hostile radio emitters (UAS control stations, EW systems) in real time, operating under jamming and GPS-denied conditions, with simultaneous visual confirmation. Frontline-tested with active AFU units in Ukraine. Targets the fundamental failure of legacy SIGINT systems in saturated electromagnetic environments. Expanding to EU and US markets.

Ukrainian startup Snipel Systems develops AI-powered autonomous UAV detection and interception using the infrared (IR) spectrum. Top-3 finalist at USF Deep Tech Accelerator Hardware Edition (April 2026), received $150K Microsoft Azure credits. Addresses GPS-denied and EW-contested environments.

Ukrainian startup Snipel Systems develops AI-powered solutions for autonomous UAV detection and interception in the infrared (IR) spectrum. The company participated in USF Deep Tech Accelerator: Hardware Edition Demo Day in April 2026 and received $150,000 in Microsoft Azure infrastructure credits as a top-3 finalist.

Stetman develops resilient communications solutions for defense and critical infrastructure. The company is leading Ukraine's first sovereign satellite network — UASAT-NANO, a planned LEO constellation of 120–300 nanosatellites for secure military communications, designed with anti-jamming and EW-resilience. First satellite launch with SpaceX planned for October 2026. Plans to supply 30,000–50,000 terminals to Ukrainian Armed Forces in 2027.

Спільне підприємство української компанії Stetman та данської GomSpace, яке займатиметься повним циклом виробництва супутників в Україні. Партнерство поєднує українські та данські технології у сфері космічних апаратів. Підприємство орієнтоване на розгортання супутникового виробництва безпосередньо на території України.

Strix Air is a Ukrainian defense company specializing in EW-resistant UAVs and interceptor drones. Their flagship product is the Air Baby interceptor drone: max speed 280 km/h, ceiling 5 km, 500g warhead, 15-minute endurance. Priced 30% below comparable systems (36,000 UAH with day camera, 58,000 UAH with thermal). In serial production as of March 2026, with first combat shootdowns confirmed. The Air Baby has attracted international interest from UAE and other Middle East states, with requests for 10,000 units from foreign buyers. Founder: Eduard Baev.

Swarmer (Nasdaq: SWMR) is a battlefield-proven autonomous drone software company that has supported 100,000+ real-world combat missions in Ukraine since April 2024. Its vendor-agnostic platform covers swarm coordination, multi-domain unmanned systems integration, AI-powered collaborative autonomy, and C2 software for distributed operations. In May 2026, Swarmer announced a strategic partnership with Japan's Rakuten Group to enter the Japanese market, building on Rakuten's longstanding support for Ukraine (Rakuten Viber has 98% penetration in Ukraine). Swarmer also successfully demonstrated an autonomous "seek and hit" operation with eight-inch attritable drones.

TAF Industries

Kyiv, Ukraine

Major Ukrainian UAV supplier offering FPV strike drones (Kolibri), repeaters, interceptors, and fixed-wing recon drones. Expanding European production via joint ventures: MoU with Germany's Thyra, Germany's Wingcopter, and Finland's Summa Defence (Apr 2026). Part of Build with Ukraine initiative. 10 European drone factories expected to open in 2026.

Ukrainian manufacturer of heavy unmanned ground vehicles, operating under the NUMO Robotics brand. Flagship product is the NUMO UGV — a 620 kg modular platform carrying up to 300 kg payload, range 25-40 km, deployable in 10 minutes. Serves as base for the Droid TW remotely operated strike/recon system (PKT or M2 Browning) deployed across 30 Ukrainian brigades. Next product: Gutir, a 90 kg lightweight tracked UGV for medevac. 300+ systems delivered to frontline. Founded 2024.

Develops and manufactures military-grade communication systems including encrypted radio platforms, battlefield mesh networks, and long-range data links. Teletactica's solutions are designed for contested electromagnetic environments, with resistance to jamming and interception.

Tencore

Ukraine

Ukrainian UGV manufacturer. 'Termit' modular electric robot: ~600 kg, 400 kg payload, deployed in thousands on frontlines. Signed two simultaneous JVs with France's Shark Robotics (Apr 2026) — one in France for logistics/medevac robots, one in Ukraine for civil security robotics. EU-supported under Build with Ukraine initiative. Founded 2024.

Develops AI-powered target recognition and autonomous guidance systems for FPV drones, enabling operation in GPS-denied, radio-jammed environments. The company's technology allows FPV drones to lock on and engage targets without continuous operator input, dramatically improving effectiveness under electronic warfare conditions.

Develops reconnaissance and strike UAVs, cruise missiles, and air defense solutions. Signed framework agreement with Latvia's SIA Baltic Forces under 'Build with Ukraine' initiative in February 2026.

The Fourth Law

Kyiv, Ukraine

Ukrainian developer of autonomous interceptor drones, founded by Petcube co-founder Yaroslav Azhnyuk. Flagship product: Zerov-8 — a fast, rocket-shaped quadrotor that autonomously identifies and intercepts Shahed/Geran-2 drones without a human pilot, using onboard AI. Names all products after figures from Ukraine's Executed Renaissance. In February 2026 received strategic investment from Axon Enterprise (USA). Claims autonomous drone-vs-drone operation capability by end of 2026.

Ukrainian FPV drone manufacturer developing the Zhraya 10, a next-gen FPV drone designed to be resistant to electronic warfare. The company targets production of approximately 100 UAVs per month with a goal of 5,000 drones by end of 2026.

Lviv-based defense startup founded by Estonian volunteers in 2023, formally incorporated February 2026. Manufactures modular military trailers including mobile medical stabilization points, drone command centers, and quad-bike evacuation trailers. First mobile UAV command center delivered to 93rd Brigade. Smaller interceptor drone management trailer priced at €25,000. Works with ~30 Ukrainian Armed Forces units. Backed by Danish defense venture studio Bifrost Defence.

Developer of advanced autonomous underwater vehicles (UUVs) for reconnaissance and strike missions. Family includes TLK-200 (short-range), TLK-400 (hybrid, medium-range), and TLK-1000 (diesel-electric, 2000km range, 5-ton payload). Developed by Ukrainian company Intelli.

UK-Ukrainian defense startup founded in 2024 by combat veterans. Raised $5M seed in May 2025 led by former UK minister Brooks Newmark. February 2026: unveiled three autonomous UAV platforms — ATOM (fixed-wing, 50 km range, 4h endurance, 2.5 kg payload), VORON-10 (tactical quadcopter, 20-25 km range, modular field-repair architecture), and BOMBER-15 (strike UAV, 65 km range, 6 kg payload, rapid warhead swap). All three entering combat trials in 2026.

UADamage is a Kyiv-based startup using AI and drones to automate mine detection and damage assessment. Their system integrates RGB cameras, IR sensors, and magnetometers on drones to scan up to 10,000 sq m per day with 86.6% mine detection accuracy — 100x faster than a human deminer. In April 2026, they received an EIC Accelerator grant (€300K–500K range) from the European Commission.

Ukrainian defense company producing maritime USVs and drone systems. M.A.K. USV is a stealth unmanned surface vehicle made of radio-transparent fiberglass, rising only 30-40cm above water, capable of acting as drone mothership delivering FPVs to 50km offshore. Drone lineup: POSTMAN (logistics), MAGMA bomber (up to 25kg payload, 6 munition capacity, 15-20km range), and SHADOW reconnaissance/strike UAV (70km range, EW-resistant, remote control from anywhere globally). Showcased at World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh.

Ukraines first defense tech unicorn ($1B+ valuation, Mar 2026). UK-based, Ukrainian-founded (2022) by Oleg Rogynskyy and Oleksii Honcharuk. Develops the MAGURA autonomous maritime drone (struck 12+ Russian warships, shot down helicopters and jets), plus air and land platforms. 1,000+ engineers across 6 EU countries, manufacturing in 15 locations. Formed from merger of nine Ukrainian defense companies.

Розробник і виробник наземного роботизованого комплексу «Сімба» — логістичний НРК для доставки припасів та евакуації. Серійне виробництво запущено. Один комплекс накопичив понад 1600 км у реальних місіях. У травні 2026 «Сімба» вперше взяв участь у навчаннях НАТО Crystal Arrow 2026 у Латвії в рамках програми Task Force X (Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative).

Розробник дистанційного протидронового модуля «Хижак». Від старту розробки компанія довела модуль приблизно до 10-ї генерації; прототипи проходять тестування на фронті. Джерело: militarnyi.com, 6 червня 2026.

Ukraine's largest private arms manufacturer, led by CEO Vladyslav Belbas. Produces the UB60D FPV strike drone — a 60mm fragmentation mortar round converted into an FPV munition with integrated warhead, terminal guidance, and autonomous targeting. Over 5,000 units produced at launch; monthly capacity of 20,000 units. Also developing 82mm and 120mm mortar-based FPV variants. Codified by Ukraine's Ministry of Defense. Price per unit: $133,000-$143,000 per 60-unit set.

Розробляє та виробляє ударні БПЛА, зокрема Shuhai/Shugai — далекобійний ударний дрон із дальністю понад 50 км, який пройшов перші випробування у листопаді 2025 року. Також у партнерстві з Pavetra Aerospace розробляє реактивний дрон-перехоплювач. У березні 2026 підписала MoU з чеською Pavetra Aerospace для спільного виробництва в Чехії.

UkrArmoTech is a Ukrainian armored vehicle manufacturer producing the UAT-TISA (light armored pickup on Toyota LC79 chassis), UAT-FOX, GYURZA-01, and GYURZA-02 armored combat vehicles. As of January 2026, the company delivered over 402 armored vehicles to Ukrainian Defense Forces. In May 2026, UkrArmoTech unveiled the UAT-TISA OPM (operational pyrotechnic machine) — a specialized variant for rapid deployment of EOD teams to neutralize explosive objects. Production capacity: up to 2,000 standard + 600 specialized vehicles annually.

Ukrainian missile and aviation systems manufacturer. Signed joint production agreement with Germany's POINToX in April 2026, and cooperation agreements with Spain's Sener Group (IRIS-T components manufacturer) covering missile industry and air defense, including Coral anti-aircraft missile systems.

Manufactures long-range strike drones used in deep strike operations against Russian infrastructure and military targets. The company's systems have been credited with multiple successful strikes at ranges exceeding 1,000 km, demonstrating Ukraine's growing strategic strike capacity.

Developer of Ukraine's most widely used ISR UAVs: PD-2 (8-hour endurance, 1,300 km range, 4,700 m ceiling) and SHARK-M, used for reconnaissance and artillery correction. Also produces Gekata and Leleka-100 platforms. The company claims its surveillance drones contributed to nearly $3B in damage to Russian forces. UK factory opened February 2026 in Mildenhall, Suffolk — producing drones for AFU, British Army, and NATO. 500+ UK jobs created.

Manufactures FPV attack drones and one-way attack systems for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The company has scaled rapidly to meet front-line demand for expendable strike systems.

Unwave

Ukraine

Unwave develops electronic warfare and drone detection systems. Recently licensed to produce the Octopus-100 interceptor drone — a counter-UAS system designed to neutralize hostile UAVs. The Octopus-100 license positions Unwave as a domestic producer of anti-drone interceptor solutions for Ukrainian armed forces.

Visual Positioning System (VPS) enabling drones to navigate without GPS. Uses electro-optical/infrared cameras and AI to match visual data to maps for accurate positioning in GPS-jammed environments. Deployed by Armed Forces of Ukraine; also used by Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.

Vidar Systems

Ukraine

Electronic warfare and AI-powered signals intelligence (SIGINT) platform. Detects, classifies, and geolocates enemy radio emissions including drone control signals, providing real-time EW situational awareness.

Ukrainian FPV drone manufacturer producing 4,000+ drones/month. Product line: Molfar (flagship kamikaze FPV), Johnny, Johnny PRO, Strip 2.1. Pioneer of fiber-optic FPV drones (jam-resistant, no radio signal). Developed the Dzhankoi ground drone — a mobile ambush platform with Starlink connectivity that can deploy up to 6 fiber-optic FPV drones. In December 2024 released first fully Ukrainian-made FPV drone with 80%+ domestic components. Official government procurement contractor. Pursuing aggressive M&A to vertically integrate the entire drone supply chain.

Ukrainian manufacturer of ISR and deep-strike UAVs. VALK-1 (Valkyrie) reconnaissance drone serves front-line ISR. Zozulya deep-strike drone has 2,100 km range, showcased at Defense Tech Valley 2025. Production rate: 150+ UAVs/month. 500+ units delivered to front-line units since 2022.

Ukrainian startup Watcher AI builds an Edge AI platform for military and security video surveillance with a chat interface for real-time situational awareness. The company was a top-3 finalist at the USF Deep Tech Accelerator: Hardware Edition Demo Day in April 2026 and received $150,000 in Microsoft Azure infrastructure credits.

Ukrainian startup Watcher AI builds an Edge AI platform for military and security video surveillance with a chat interface for real-time analysis. Top-3 finalist at USF Deep Tech Accelerator Hardware Edition (April 2026), received $150K Microsoft Azure credits.

Wild Hornets (Дикі Шершні) is a Ukrainian drone manufacturer best known for the STING interceptor drone — a loitering munition that crashes into Shahed-type drones at 343 km/h guided by AI thermal imaging. As of March 2026, STING production exceeds 10,000 units per month, and the system has destroyed over 3,900 Geran drones. In April 2026, the STING was responsible for 70% of intercepted jet-powered Shaheds, and achieved a world first by intercepting a drone launched from an unmanned surface vessel. Wild Hornets also demonstrated control of the STING from 2,000 km away using the Hornet Vision Ctrl system.

WinFly manufactures counter-UAS interceptor drones including the Nexis interceptor and FPV strike drones. The Nexis (270 km/h top speed, 30 km range, 25 min flight time, 600g payload, ~$1,293/unit) achieved its first confirmed combat kill of a Shahed-136 drone in April 2026, with WinFly reporting 844+ total targets destroyed. Works with radars for integrated air defense. Next-gen fully autonomous interceptor in development. Aircraft-launched variants under evaluation.

Wings & Quadro is a Ukrainian-Slovak defense collaboration developing long-range tactical UAVs. In April 2026 they unveiled the Swan-X 20, a drone with 20 kg payload capacity, 250 km standard range (extendable to 300 km), max speed 160 km/h, and up to 95 min endurance. A gasoline variant can carry up to 50 kg. The platform is preparing for military codification.

Ukrainian-Slovak defense JV developing UAVs for strike missions in high-EW environments. Products: Swan-X 20 (heavy medium-strike, 20kg payload, 250km range, 160km/h, 95min endurance, ~1.1M UAH/unit) and Swan-X gasoline variant (50kg payload, 300km+ range). Also develops interceptor UAVs. Listed on Ukraine's Brave1 marketplace, undergoing state codification for mass production.

Ukrainian startup developing fixed-wing interceptor drones. CEO: Olha Bihun. Jointly unveiled the Terra A2 electric fixed-wing drone (max speed 312 km/h, range up to 75 km, endurance 40+ min) with Japanese investor Terra Drone Corporation. Designed for long-range interception, extended patrol, and early threat response as part of a layered air defence architecture. Legal entity registered February 2026.

WinnyLab is a Ukrainian startup (registered February 2026) developing drone interceptors and autonomous UAV solutions. Founded and led by CEO Olga Begun. In late April / May 2026, Japanese Terra Drone Corporation invested in WinnyLab through its Terra Inspectioneering subsidiary — a strategic investment focused on long-term technological and market cooperation for scaling drone interceptor production.

Ukrainian developer of electric fixed-wing interceptor drones. Primary product is the Terra A2 (co-developed with Terra Drone Japan): top speed 312 km/h, 75 km range, 40+ min endurance, designed for GPS-denied and EW-contested environments. Registered February 2026, led by CEO Olha Bihun. Forms the long-range tier of a layered air defense architecture alongside Terra Drone's Terra A1 rocket-type interceptor.

Developer of high-speed interceptor drones. Flagship product STRILA is a rocket-boosted interceptor weighing ~10kg, capable of 350+ km/h, targeting Shahed-type drones. Also produces BUREWIY and next-gen STRILA-2. Current production ~100 interceptors/day. Listed in NATO supplier registry with NCAGE code.

Developer of smart minefield control systems for Ukraine's engineering troops. Core product: a remote detonation and monitoring system that connects up to 200 mines to a single controller via radio-enabled smart fuzes. Communication radius up to 20 km; compatible with PTM-3 and TM-62 anti-transport mines. System cost ~$3,000 with ~$300 per detonator. Closed €450K pre-seed in March 2026; combat tests scheduled April 2026 with product sales starting May 2026. Valuation: €5-10M.

Zvook is a Ukrainian startup developing networked acoustic sensors that detect drones, cruise missiles, and aircraft at low and medium altitudes. The system can detect drones at up to 5 km and cruise missiles at 7 km, with each sensor unit costing ~$500 — a fraction of traditional detection systems. NATO has shown interest in Zvook's acoustic detection networks for air defense applications. Co-founded by Dmytro Believtsov (co-founder of AI voice startup Respeecher).

Виробник FPV-дрону UB60D на базі 60-мм осколково-фугасної міни (дальність до 20 км, швидкість до 130 км/год, бойове навантаження до 1,5 кг); виробляє 80 комплексів/місяць (~20 000 дронів/місяць). Також розробила наземний роботизований комплекс вогневої підтримки Protector важкого класу (вантажопідйомність 700 кг, дальність ~400 км), кодифікований МО України у червні 2025. Обидва вироби доступні для замовлення через DOT-Chain та Brave1 Market у межах програм «Є-Бали» та Defence. Гендиректор — Бельбас.