Baykar, the global leader in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) export market, has signed a cooperation agreement with Leonardo, one of the world’s largest defense companies. Under the agreement, the two companies will jointly produce UAVs in Italy. Baykar’s advanced capabilities in UAV and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies will combine with Leonardo’s expertise in mission systems, payloads, and certification processes. The partnership will also extend to space exploration.

A memorandum of understanding was signed between Baykar Technology and Leonardo for the development of unmanned technologies. The agreement is based on the industrial synergy between the two companies and their complementary strengths in the unmanned systems sector. A Joint Venture to be established in Italy will cover the design, development, production, and maintenance of unmanned aerial systems.