Ukrainian defense drone startup UFORCE has adopted a policy to establish a drone manufacturing base in Japan, aiming to open the facility as early as the beginning of 2027.
The startup plans to launch a Japanese subsidiary as early as this winter. Under its initial plans, the facility will produce aerial drones and unmanned surface vessels, while the location of the factory and other details will be considered going forward.
UFORCE intends to offer its systems to the Japan Self-Defense Forces and U.S. Forces Japan, while also considering exports to neighboring countries. The move was disclosed by Sean Plankey, the company's U.S. representative.
