UK awards contracts for Tekever tactical UAS and small drones

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded contracts to Tekever for tactical unmanned aircraft systems and small drones, strengthening the UK's sovereign UAV capability. The contracts cover tactical UAS platforms intended for surveillance, reconnaissance, and operational support roles. The award is part of a wider European push to build domestic drone manufacturing capacity and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers for critical defence capabilities. The move aligns with growing allied interest in runway-independent, long-endurance platforms for defence and emergency operations. Source: Aviation Week, September 2026.