36. Tekever – Portugal
Tekever, a Portuguese company founded in 2001, has evolved into a leading European player in the field of unmanned aerial systems and advanced aerospace technology.
With a strong emphasis on real-time intelligence and data delivery, Tekever provides a comprehensive range of solutions for defense, security, and civilian applications.
Its approach integrates robust drone platforms with sophisticated AI-powered analytics and communication systems, designed to operate effectively in complex and contested environments.
Tekever’s defense drone offerings are extensive and battle-proven, with its systems accumulating over 10,000 operational flight hours in Ukraine.
Its product line includes the AR3, a versatile small unmanned aerial system with optional VTOL capability, ideal for medium-range maritime and land-based intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance missions, and notably supporting electronic warfare programs like the UK’s StormShroud.
The AR4 is a lightweight, hand-launched mini-UAS for close-range ISR, while the AR5 is a long-range fixed-wing UAS designed for naval and maritime surveillance, equipped with SATCOM for beyond-line-of-sight operations and capable of deploying sonobuoys for anti-submarine warfare.
Tekever has also recently unveiled the ARX, a larger, highly advanced UAS capable of deploying and coordinating a swarm of smaller drones.
Beyond the platforms, Tekever provides its AI-powered Atlas ISR software for real-time data processing and analytics, and is investing significantly in R&D to enhance AI, autonomy, and electronic warfare capabilities for future defense needs.
