Ukraine Focuses on Local Drone and EW Production with New Defense Technology Agreements.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has signed new agreements for the procurement of domestic drones, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and communication equipment. These contracts were finalized by the Defense Procurement Agency and involved collaboration with several Ukrainian companies. Although the exact value of these agreements has not been disclosed, they reflect a strategic intent to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities through locally produced technologies.
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Ukrainian company Ukrspecsystems developed the Shark drone, designed for electronic warfare, capable of flying 60 kilometers behind enemy lines and providing battlefield surveillance for artillery targeting (Picture source: Ukrspecsystems Shark)

The signing of these agreements took place during a working visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the Kirovohrad region. Deputy Defense Minister Dmytro Klimenkov emphasized the importance of focusing on Ukrainian-made products, noting that this approach not only bolsters national security but also supports the Ukrainian economy and job creation. This strategy ensures that the Ukrainian armed forces receive modern, reliable equipment tailored to their operational needs.

During discussions at the signing, representatives of the Ministry of Defense and Ukrainian arms manufacturers discussed the details and scope of the contracts, as well as exploring strategic cooperation for the future aimed at further modernizing the country’s military capabilities. According to Maryna Bezrukova, director of the Defense Procurement Agency, the ministry is building effective relationships with local manufacturers, encouraging them to collect and integrate feedback from military users to quickly turn battlefield demands into procurement contracts.

In addition to these new agreements, the Ministry of Defense continues to expand its collaboration with Ukrainian companies and plans to sign further contracts aimed at modernizing Ukraine’s military capabilities. These efforts reflect Ukraine's ongoing commitment to strengthening its defense infrastructure in the face of current security challenges.

This development follows significant prior contracts, including agreements worth 3.7 billion UAH for ground-based kamikaze drones and ammunition production. Since the beginning of 2024, the Defense Procurement Agency has invested 30 billion UAH in drones and unmanned aerial systems, with over 350,000 drones contracted by mid-August. These continuous efforts underscore the importance of military modernization for Ukraine.