The UK Ministry of Defence chose Tekever to supply new surveillance systems for the British Army. The Tekever British Army drone contract is worth up to £400 million (around €470 million) over ten years. It aims to improve real-time battlefield intelligence. Job seekers can explore open tech jobs across the defense and tech sectors.
Modernizing Reconnaissance via Project CORVUS
Under Project CORVUS, the new Tekever AR5 surveillance drones UK fleet will replace the older Watchkeeper drones. The initial order includes six AR5 units, growing to 24 by 2029. Each drone carries up to 50 kilograms of sensors and cameras while offering longer flight times than previous systems.
Production and Industrial Expansion in Swindon
The UK Ministry of Defence Tekever contract supports a new factory in Swindon. This plant helps scale production for international clients and supports Tekever's goal to create 1,000 UK jobs by 2030. The company will also maintain its existing sites in Portugal and France. Readers can follow key updates through the latest IT industry news and trends.