On 26 September 2024, Granta Autonomy, a UAV manufacturer based in Vilnius, announced that it had secured a new EUR 1 million contract with the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence (MND) for its GA-10FPV-AI quadcopter UAV, designed for first-person-view (FPV) operations.
The quadcopters are set to be delivered to both the Lithuanian military and the Ukrainian armed forces as part of a broader EUR 8 million defense procurement initiative that includes multiple Lithuanian UAV manufacturers. The initiative will see over 2,300 UAVs supplied to Lithuania and nearly 5,000 to Ukraine. Initial deliveries to Ukraine are expected by the end of September 2024, with all units to be delivered by year-end.
“This substantial order from the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence marks a major milestone for Granta Autonomy,” said Gediminas Guoba, founder and CEO of Granta Autonomy, in a company press release. “Our drones are already demonstrating their value on the Ukrainian battlefield, and we are scaling up production to meet this new contract by the end of the year. We are also actively exploring further opportunities with the Lithuanian government and other NATO partners. Our long-standing collaboration with the Lithuanian government not only reflects Lithuania’s commitment to supporting Ukraine but also solidifies our standing as a leader in drone technology. By aiding Ukrainian forces and fostering domestic innovation, Lithuania is making a vital contribution to global security and defense.”
The GA-10FPV-AI is the latest addition to Granta Autonomy’s lineup of mini-UAVs. This versatile FPV drone features a quadcopter design with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capabilities and can carry payloads of up to 3 kg. It is capable of executing pre-programmed missions autonomously, even in environments where radio frequency or GNSS signals are disrupted. The GA-10FPV-AI system includes a ground control station equipped with FPV goggles, a controller, a battery charger, antennas, and a monitor for external video display. The system is highly customizable, with options for different video transmission frequencies and camera types, making it adaptable to a wide range of missions and environments.
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