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Ukraine ramps up fiber-optic drone production

Ukraine delivered 374,000 fiber-optic drones in 2025 and has already matched 92% of that volume in early 2026 despite global price spikes.

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Ukraine dramatically increased its production of fiber-optic drones in 2025, delivering 374,000 units. In the first months of 2026, production has already reached 92% of the previous year's total volume. This surge occurred despite a global spike in fiber-optic cable prices of 2–6 times, which threatened to halt deliveries. Ukraine managed to overcome the supply chain crisis by reforming its procurement system to secure the necessary components.
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