UAV Propulsion Tech has entered into a representative agreement with AMT-Advanced Micro Turbines from Geldrop, Netherlands, to market advanced micro turbine solutions to the United States UAV market. This partnership leverages the extensive experience of UAV Propulsion Tech in providing advanced technology and hardware solutions for defense and commercial UAV customers, a service it has been offering since 2007. The collaboration aims to address the increasing demand for high-performance propulsion solutions in the UAV sector.
AMT has a long history of innovation in turbine technology, having been professionally manufacturing turbines since 1995. Initially focused on the RC turbine market, AMT has evolved to supply commercial, defense, and university solutions for target drones and advanced UAVs. The company's product lineup includes the Pegasus gas turbine, which set industry benchmarks for reliability and performance upon its release in 1994, and other high-speed engines such as the Titan, Nike, and Lynx. These turbines are noted for their exceptional thrust-to-weight ratios, low fuel consumption, and rapid acceleration times.
Bob Schmidt, CEO and founder of UAV Propulsion Tech, expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership, stating, "I am excited to be working with Bennie and Anita van de Goor to bring their world-class advanced micro turbines to the US UAV market to meet growing demand for counter UAS and advanced high-speed UAV solutions." Schmidt emphasized that the inclusion of AMT's micro turbine solutions would enable UAV Propulsion Tech to continue delivering top-tier UAV hardware solutions to its customers. He also highlighted his anticipation of collaborating with AMT to cater to the expanding US market for micro turbines.
Bennie van de Goor, CEO and founder of AMT Netherlands, also commented on the partnership, stating, "We wanted to work with a UAV solution provider like UAV Propulsion Tech because of their propulsion and UAV market experience in the US. UAV Propulsion Tech is a perfect partner to help us increase our visibility in the market and bring these solutions to their expanding US UAV customer base." Van de Goor further noted that Bob Schmidt's background as a mechanical engineer and his deep understanding of propulsion market demands would facilitate the provision and development of world-class micro turbine solutions that meet stringent requirements.
This partnership is significant for the UAV industry as it promises to bring advanced micro turbine technology to a broader audience in the United States, enhancing the capabilities of both defense and commercial UAV applications. The collaboration between UAV Propulsion Tech and AMT is poised to set new standards in UAV propulsion, potentially influencing future developments and innovations in the field.
