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UK Selects Tekever AR5 Drone

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The UK Ministry of Defence has chosen Tekever's AR5 surveillance drone to replace the British Army's Watchkeeper fleet. The contract is worth up to £400 million and aims to expand battlefield surveillance capabilities. This selection also promotes domestic production in Europe.

Why it matters

The selection of Tekever's AR5 drone is significant for enhancing the UK's battlefield surveillance capabilities and supporting domestic defense industry production. It highlights the importance of unmanned systems in modern military operations.

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