Tekever opens drone factory in Cahors, France, plans 200 jobs by 2030

Tekever inaugurated a drone factory in Cahors, France, as part of a €200 million investment plan.

Factory opening and contract details

Tekever, a Portuguese drone manufacturer, has opened its first factory in France, located in Cahors. This event coincides with the start of a seven-year contract with the French Armed Forces, under the Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA). The contract involves supplying unmanned aerial systems, training, and support under the SDLRAT program.

The Cahors factory has begun producing AR3 and AR5 drone models. This facility is a key element of Tekever's €200 million investment plan for France, which spans from 2025 to 2030.

Investment and job creation

Tekever announced plans to double its investment in the French market from €100 million to €200 million by 2030. This includes creating 200 qualified jobs, split between offices in Toulouse and the Cahors factory. So far, nearly half of these positions have been filled, with 25 jobs created at the Cahors site, aiming for a total of 40.

The Cahors facility, covering 4,500 square meters, will also host a 'Space Lab' set to be established in 2027.

Statements from Tekever leadership

Ricardo Mendes, CEO of Tekever, emphasized the importance of European self-reliance in defense capabilities. He stated, "Cahors constitutes the industrial base of our commitment. Tekever is, from today, also a French company." Nadia Maaref, General Director of Tekever France, highlighted the knowledge transfer between Portugal and France, noting the role of the new facility in developing local skills.

On devs.com.pt

According to devs.com.pt, Tekever currently has 38 open roles. These positions are predominantly in Leiria (20), with others in Lisbon (7) and Porto (2). The most requested technologies include Design (7 roles), Data Science (6), and Python (3).

Sources

• eco.sapo.pt: Tekever fornece drones às Forças Armadas francesas e inaugura fábrica em Cahors

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