"When the Russians surrounded us, it was necessary to find a quick solution for aerial reconnaissance. That's how the idea of using drones in warfare came about."
"I would have liked to have founded a company that manufactured peace in the world, but the war that came to my home left me no other option."
"Believe me, it's a significant number, and it's growing exponentially, he says. And it will continue to increase."
"We observe examples of increasing local aggression in different parts of the world and a general increase in global tension. All of this is driving the development of drones."
Oleksandr Hrachov, a Ukrainian engineer and former soldier, played a pivotal role in developing drone technology during the conflict in Crimea. His experiences led to the founding of TSIR, a drone manufacturing company in partnership with Summa Defence, aimed at supplying NATO. Ukraine now produces approximately four million drones annually, significantly outpacing U.S. production. Hrachov emphasizes the ongoing escalation of conflict and the increasing global demand for drones, while expressing concern over reliance on critical materials for production.
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