Urban-Air Port (UAP) has partnered with Drone Evolution, a U.K.-based innovator in First Person View (FPV) and autonomous delivery UAVs, to deliver transformative defence capabilities for modern warfare.
This collaboration introduces the DBx-A1, a cutting-edge UAV logistics and launch system designed to enable rapid, secure, and scalable deployment of mission-critical drones in contested environments.
The DBx-A1 supports both reusable and one-way strike UAVs, streamlining operations for small-unit tactics and theatre-wide missions.
By integrating launch, charging, maintenance, repair, and mission coordination into a mobile platform, the system minimizes personnel exposure, accelerates operational tempo, and ensures dominance in UAV-driven warfare.
Revolutionizing UAV Deployment for Global Defence
The proliferation of low-cost, agile UAVs and swarm tactics has outpaced traditional defence systems, exposing forces to unprecedented aerial threats.
Current logistics struggle to scale UAV operations, leading to delays and vulnerabilities.
UAP’s DBx-A1 addresses these challenges with a mobile, integrated platform that transforms chaotic forward deployments into precise, efficient operations.
Comparable to upgrading from a dirt airstrip to a state-of-the-art airbase, it reduces launch times, enhances mission reliability, and scales seamlessly across operational scope and terrain.
“Mass UAV deployment in high-threat environments is logistically complex and exposes war fighters to risk. The DBx-A1 delivers secure, rapid, and repeatable launch capabilities, ensuring mission success in dynamic battlespaces,” said Angus Benson-Blair, former British Army Major, now board advisor at Urban-Air Port.
Key Features of the DBx-A1:
- Mobile Forward Operating Bases (FOBs): Enables covert, rapid UAV launches from frontline positions.
- Integrated Operations: Combines launch, charging, MRO and mission coordination for autonomous and FPV UAVs.
- Scalable Design: Supports small squads to large-scale operations, adaptable to global defence needs.
- Stealth and Security: Minimizes detection and counters jamming/hacking threats for ISR and strike missions.
- Agnostic platform: Scalable to support a wide array of UAVs and compatible with any standard Palletised Load System vehicle.
“The DBx-A1 closes critical gaps in UAV logistics, delivering a decisive edge through secure, scalable, and covert drone swarm operations for ISR and strike missions,” said Andrea Wu, CEO of Urban-Air Port. “Partnering with Drone Evolution, we’re integrating cutting-edge UAV and logistics solutions that redefine defence capabilities worldwide, empowering forces to dominate evolving battlespaces with precision and speed.”
“Our collaboration with UAP streamlines autonomous and FPV UAV deployment, reducing risk and enhancing operational efficiency. By integrating our SCIMITAR and RUNNER systems with the DBx-A1, we’re delivering cutting-edge solutions that strengthen global security, consistent with our mission to secure the supply chain for UAVs by building and manufacturing in the U.K.,” said Toby Townrow, founder and business development director at Drone Evolution.
The new memorandum of understanding between UAP and Drone Evolution will amplify both companies’ ability to scale their innovative products and services through integrated, cutting-edge capabilities. UAP seeks to cement its position as a global leader in UAV logistics infrastructure for defence applications.
A Global Solution for Modern Warfare
As UAV dominance becomes central to military success, the UAP-Drone Evolution partnership positions both companies to export British innovation worldwide.
The DBx-A1 enhances situational awareness, precision strikes, and force protection, countering the rapid evolution of aerial threats. This collaboration underscores a commitment to building safer, more resilient defence ecosystems through advanced technology.
Urban-Air Port leads in advanced infrastructure for UAVs and hybrid VTOL aircraft, providing secure, scalable, and mobile launch systems for global defence and commercial operations.
Drone Evolution designs advanced FPV and autonomous UAVs, including the SCIMITAR, SENTINEL and RUNNER systems, optimised for defence, logistics, and critical infrastructure protection.
This press release was prepared and distributed by Urban-Air Port.
