Boeing, Antonov sign agreement on drone production

Boeing and the Antonov Company have signed a memorandum of understanding, which may contribute to the joint production of drones in Ukraine.

hat's according to a press release posted on the Boeing website, Ukrinform reports.

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

"A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing," said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company. "This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry."

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries.

Earlier reports said that Antonov had become Ukraine's first representative in the Aerospace, Security and Defense Industries Association of Europe (ASD).

Photo: Boeing