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Malaysian drones fly to the Upper Alentejo with planned production in two years

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Briefings

A Luso Defense Group signed a formal contract with a Malaysian aviation drone company to develop a project in Portugal's Alto Alentejo, targeting an investment of 10-20 million euros. The project aims to bring industrial capacity and technology to Portalegre, with production expected to begin around 2027. The specific location and scope remain confidential, with the company's name also undisclosed.

Key points

• A Malaysian aviation drone company signed a formal contract with the Industrial Portugal Gateway (IPG) for a project in the Alto Alentejo region.
• The project targets an investment of 10 to 20 million euros, with production expected to start around 2027.

Context

The project is part of the Luso Defense Group's cluster in Portalegre, aiming to integrate international defense and technology sectors into the local Portuguese economy. It represents the first formal contract for this type of initiative, though other opportunities exist at various stages.

Limitations

The specific location for installation, the exact scope of activities (production vs. services), and the final investment amount remain confidential due to commercial reasons. The precise number of jobs created is not yet determined.

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