We are pleased to be one of three Australian companies who have advanced in the Sovereign Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) Challenge managed by the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA). Each company has signed a $2.2 million dollar contract to finalise development of their prototypes to a production standard and produce 100 general purpose UAS.
This initiative aims to establish a sovereign drone manufacturing capability in Australia, addressing security and supply chain vulnerabilities while reducing costs and scaling production. The UAS Challenge highlights ASCA’s commitment to fostering rapid innovation and agile processes within the Australian Defence Force and other government agencies, emphasising a collaborative approach with industry to enhance national capabilities.