InDro Robotics has been named a qualified supplier for Canada’s Defence Drone Initiative (DDI), clearing the company to compete for military uncrewed-systems projects.
The British Columbia-based firm is proposing a long-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) drone capable of operating in Arctic temperatures.
The aircraft would carry multiple sensors and an additional payload, supporting missions tied to Canada’s defense and Arctic sovereignty requirements.
InDro has also submitted a ground-robotics proposal involving the conversion of what it calls the “world’s longest-range vehicle” for remote operations.
“We have carried out multiple projects for the Department of Defence in the past, and are now laser-focused on these newer and far more ambitious initiatives,” InDro Founder and CEO Philip Reece said.
“InDro is proud to be answering Canada’s call for new and innovative technologies we believe will benefit the country at large at this critical point in history.”
Accelerating Drone Procurement
Before announcing the Defence Industrial Strategy, Canada established the Defence Investment Agency to accelerate the procurement of critical equipment for the Canadian Armed Forces and Canadian Coast Guard.
The DDI supports that goal by creating a faster pathway for developing, testing, adapting, and producing uncrewed and autonomous systems.
Its initial priorities include low-cost tactical ISR drones and uncrewed ground vehicles for logistics missions and operations across complex terrain.
As a qualified supplier, InDro Robotics can compete alongside other Canadian firms for research, prototype development, testing, demonstrations, and potential production.
