Portugal

ADS closes drone contract with Army and targets unmanned land vehicles

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Autonomous Defense Systems (ADS) secured a €134,000 contract with the Portuguese Army to supply 45 drones for two infantry battalions in the Azores and Madeira. The company, founded in July 2024, specializes in non-staffed terrestrial vehicles and anti-drone systems, with Ukraine and Brazil as key export markets. The contract includes FPV tactical drones, ISR quadcopters, and training drones, with prototypes flying in 4-6 weeks. The company also has ongoing projects for maritime coastal surveillance and is developing a medium-class electric dual-use terrestrial vehicle.

Key points

• ADS closed a €134,000 contract with the Portuguese Army for 45 drones for two infantry battalions in the Azores and Madeira.
• ADS specializes in non-staffed terrestrial vehicles and anti-drone systems, with Ukraine and Brazil as key export markets.

Context

ADS is a Portuguese defense company founded in July 2024, specializing in non-staffed terrestrial vehicles and anti-drone systems. The company has ongoing projects for maritime coastal surveillance and is developing a medium-class electric dual-use terrestrial vehicle. The contract was won through a public competition launched in June 2025.

Limitations

Details on the specific procurement process and other ongoing contracts with defense entities are not disclosed. The company's focus remains on non-staffed terrestrial vehicles and anti-drone systems, with no immediate plans for maritime surface vessels.

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