TEKEVER establishes new arm in Ukraine to enhance frontline support and innovation in defence technology

Expanded network of facilities and workforce enhances support for Ukrainian armed forces

AR3 drone has successfully completed over 10,000 operational flight hours in Ukraine, demonstrating combat-proven reliability

Innovation and talent in Ukraine will be vital to bolstering European defence capabilities

TEKEVER, a European leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), is proud to announce the establishment of a new arm of the business in Ukraine, in partnership with the Ministry of Strategic Industries of Ukraine. This strategic move aims to bolster TEKEVER’s ongoing support for Ukrainian armed forces and enhance European defence capabilities by fostering innovation and talent emerging from the region. 

The establishment of a local entity will enable TEKEVER to expand its workforce and network of facilities across Ukraine, which provide maintenance and engineering support, R&D for developing new capabilities, and training sites to improve operational effectiveness for Ukrainian partners. The facilities are strategically located to enable access to the frontline and other organisations supporting the defence effort in Ukraine, and are designed to be mobile in the event of a security risk.

TEKEVER has been working closely with Ukrainian armed forces since 2022, deploying its UAS for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance. TEKEVER has continuously adapted its systems based on feedback from the frontline to ensure they remain highly effective and resilient under the most challenging electronic warfare conditions. Its AR3 has successfully completed over 10,000 operational flight hours in Ukraine, demonstrating its combat-proven reliability and technical maturity.

The company has backed multiple initiatives to foster innovation amongst Ukrainian start-ups that are developing other critical technologies for the frontline. The creation of a new arm of the business in Ukraine will enable TEKEVER to enhance its support, accelerating the pace at which it can adapt its systems, increasing capacity for training Ukrainian partners and collaborating with other organisations in the region to develop new solutions.

The new arm will enable TEKEVER to foster and leverage the exceptional talent and innovation emerging in Ukraine in defence technology. Not only is their expertise, resilience and resourcefulness vital for the defence of the country’s sovereignty, it is also fundamental for bolstering Europe’s defence capabilities.

Ricardo Mendes, CEO of TEKEVER, commented: “We have been proud to support Ukraine since the early stages of the Russian invasion in 2022 and remain committed to doing so. We work closely with our end-users in Ukraine to ensure that our platforms and technologies provide them with the critical intelligence needed to fight this war and defend their country. This initiative will see TEKEVER significantly enhance the level of support for our Ukrainian partners.

Ukraine has become a hub for defence and technology innovation throughout the war, and is home to the most resourceful and resilient talent pool. By formalising our presence in Ukraine, we will continue to invest in this talent and foster innovation that is vital for the defence of Ukraine and the future security of Europe overall.

The geopolitical landscape has shifted significantly in recent weeks, making European support for Ukraine even more vital. The steps we are taking to expand our presence in Ukraine reflect our recognition of this new reality and our commitment to leading the development of critical defence capabilities for Europe as a whole.”

A Ukrainian soldier, who has been using TEKEVER’s drones on the frontline, shared his experience, “Our unit are the ‘eyes’, providing critical intelligence for missile and artillery units. We maintain very close contact with TEKEVER and continuously provide them with feedback we gather from our missions. They analyse the challenges we face on the battlefield and implement modifications to the UAS. Over the last three years, we’ve encountered a number of different challenges and always strive to find solutions together.”