The Latvian startup Ardlat, created with the support of the private fund Ardelta, is actively developing the production of fiber-optic controlled FPV drones. A distinctive feature of the company’s drones is their proprietary cable reels and communication modules, which ensure stable control even over long distances. Ardlat has offered several types of reels with cable lengths ranging from 5 to 45 km, allowing the drones to be adapted for various tasks. Most of the developed systems have already been delivered to the Ukrainian military, and the total number of drones supplied to the Armed Forces of Ukraine is approaching 1,000 units.
This is reported by Finway
Ukrainian Manufacturers Localize Engines for Long-Range Drones
According to Igor Fedirka, a representative of the Ukrainian Arms Council, at least two Ukrainian companies have fully localized the production of engines for long-range UAVs. This involves a complete manufacturing cycle of power units: from die-casting to final assembly. Such an approach allows for quick adaptation of engines to various types of drones and a prompt response to frontline needs. However, at this moment, the production capacities of Ukrainian enterprises are still not able to fully meet the demands of the defense sector.
DroneUA Opens Office in London to Develop International Business
At the same time, the company DroneUA, which specializes in UAV and robotics solutions, is expanding its presence in Europe and worldwide. In November 2025, the company opened a new office in London. The founder of DroneUA, Valeriy Yakovenko, emphasized that the British market best understands the role of Ukrainian engineers in implementing modern technologies, and the opening of a representative office in the UK is the next step in the globalization of the business.
“Our American office is now joined by the British one, and this is another step in the globalization of Ukrainian business and technologies,” noted DroneUA founder Valeriy Yakovenko.