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Commented by Nico Popp on February 27th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
Valuation anomaly in the drone sector: Volatus Aerospace scores well compared to Ondas and Unusual Machines
Providers of drone technology are enjoying high demand. In Germany, two startups that did not exist just a few years ago have recently received orders from the German Armed Forces. Analysts describe the current phase as an "unmanned supercycle" – autonomous systems have long been considered indispensable for national security. Reports from institutes such as Fortune Business Insights forecast a market volume for drones of over USD 47 billion in 2026, which is expected to rise to over USD 160 billion by 2034. This increase is driven by an annual growth rate of around 16%, with the defense sector considered the growth engine due to geopolitical tensions. Amid this market development, a detailed valuation comparison reveals a significant discrepancy. It is worth investors taking a closer look.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on February 23rd, 2026 | 07:20 CET
New valuation level ahead? How Volatus Aerospace is rising to become a system supplier in the shadow of DroneShield and AgEagle Aerial Systems
The threat to critical infrastructure and national borders is completely reshaping the budgets of Western governments: today's wars are no longer fought with tanks, but with unmanned aerial systems and intelligent surveillance technology. Canada has responded to this reality with a new defense industry strategy that aims to end its dependence on foreign military equipment. The Ottawa government's stated goal is to award 70% of future procurement contracts to domestic companies, thereby creating demand for local producers. In this environment, Volatus Aerospace is transforming itself from a service provider to a systemically important technology producer for national security.
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