UVAD Technologies Inc. (UVAD) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary UVA Dynamics Inc., has been selected by MDA Space Ltd., as part of the company’s contract award to equip the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN)’s Halifax-class ships with up to six new Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS).

UVAD will provide UAV Field Service Representatives, Technicians, and Engineering Support. The Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (ISTAR UAS) project will significantly enhance the RCN’s ability to detect and monitor potential maritime threats, both at home and abroad.

“UVAD is honoured to be part of the MDA Space Ltd team in delivering critical capabilities of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems to the Royal Canadian Navy,” said David Birkett, President and CEO of UVAD. “Being part of this project is a true testament to the strong expertise UVAD brings to the global aerospace and defence sector.”

RCN ISTAR S-100 aircraft in the sky

By extending the Navy’s situational awareness and operational reach, the advanced technology of the RCN-ISTAR UAS will support Canada’s naval missions and provide the RCN with critical expertise in uncrewed systems and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations.

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