ARMADA –
Association of
Manufacturers of
Unmanned Systems
and Associated Technologies
An association of Ukrainian companies
that create leading unmanned systems
and solutions for them to advance
the military, agricultural and other industries
where UAVs are used.
MISSION OF ASSOSIATION
To jointly develop a platform for honest business, innovation, and direct dialogue with the State. Our aim is a rapid resolution of critical issues related to the production of unmanned systems and the prompt implementation of high-tech solutions.
VALUES OF ARMADA
Transparency
Results-oriented work
Respect for partners and customers
We focus our efforts on addressing strategic challenges in the field of drone manufacturing. We do strive to optimise component logistics, exchanging technologies and to create conditions for innovation, and much more.
Areas of activity of the ARMADA Association
Advocating for the interests of manufacturers of unmanned systems who are working to strengthen the country’s defense capabilities and create a favorable ecosystem for their work.
Promoting the products of Association members in state and non-state procurement systems, access to their own marketplace.
Information and analytical support, dialogue with ministries, the Cabinet of Ministers, the Presidential Administration and lawmakers to support and promote legislative changes in favour of the military industry through participation in the Ukrainian Council of Arms Manufacturers.
Creation of a special platform that brings together manufacturers of unmanned systems that have undergone expert evaluation by the community; promotion of cooperation and collaboration between them on mutually beneficial terms.
Conducting product testing for training purposes: access to testing grounds, involvement of operators, experts, potential users, joint work with the Independent Association of UAV Schools of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Association of Unmanned Aircraft Operators.
Support in obtaining NATO stock numbers and other permits: development of technical specifications, working and technical documentation, and other documents for the codification procedure.
Participation in exhibitions and events: assistance in organising the presentation of Ukrainian manufacturers and their products both in Ukraine and at international events to expand markets and attract partners.
Consulting on attracting financing for contracts, searching for investors and state and non-state grants, assistance in creating business plans.
Participants
What the Association is working on
Abolition of VAT and customs duties on components, introduction of tax incentives for manufacturers of defence products.
Creation of a single register of innovations, development of standards and a regulatory framework for their protection.
Strengthening information security, restricting access to manufacturers’ addresses in public registers.
Expansion of exports of military products, simplification of imports of necessary components.
+380 96 036 00 00
office@armada.net.ua
