A Ukrainian defence-tech project focused on developing a next-generation multi-purpose naval drone has entered the market seeking $360,000 in investment in exchange for a 45% equity stake in the company. The project is currently at an early stage of development and is designed to move from experimental to serial production.
According to the project initiators, the naval drone under development is intended for engaging maritime targets and coastal infrastructure. Its stated specifications include a speed of more than 150 km/h, an operational range of up to 600 km, and a payload capacity of 50 to 350 kg. The developers also emphasize reduced radar visibility, relatively low production and operating costs, and export potential.
The project was founded in 2023. According to the team, a number of technical and innovative solutions have already been developed, tested through analogous components, and proven effective in practical application. The project’s asset base includes laboratory facilities, registered patents, technical developments, and a trademark. The team consists of one founder and five technical specialists.
The planned financing is to be allocated primarily to research and development ($120,000), the purchase of equipment and materials ($160,000), as well as the lease of production premises, marketing, patent services, certification, administrative expenses, and taxes. The total investment budget amounts to $360,000.
The business model envisages pilot production of up to 80 units per year at the first stage, with a longer-term target of scaling to 1,500 units of serial production annually. The developers see their core clients as government agencies, military units, and corporate customers. Component supply is expected to be secured from both Ukrainian and foreign manufacturers.
According to the team’s estimates, the Ukrainian naval drone market was worth $250–500 million in 2024, while the global market is estimated at $1.5–2.5 billion, with growth potential to $5–10 billion by 2030. Against this backdrop, the project is positioned as a play on one of the most dynamic segments of modern defence-tech.
