What Happened
Shield AI Wins New Order for Persistent Surveillance Capabilities
Greece is expanding its fleet of Shield V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing drones for the Hellenic Army and Navy, enhancing persistent surveillance capabilities across ships, islands, and remote coastal sites. The new order, placed through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, includes spare parts, training, and long-term maintenance support. Shield AI is also developing partnerships with Greek companies, including EFA GROUP, to integrate autonomous flight software and develop future unmanned combat aircraft. This development was first reported by Unknown Source.