Ukraine’s General Cherry plans C-UAS US interceptor assembly with Wilcox
In a Linkedin post, Ukrainian FPV drone company General Cherry has announced it plans to set up a production line in the USA with partner
Ukrainian FPV drone company General Cherry has announced plans to establish a production line in the United States in partnership with Wilcox Industries. The announcement was made in a LinkedIn post, detailing that the new facility will produce FPV (First Person View) drones and interceptor drones, which have proven their effectiveness in real combat. The development of the new line will be led by General Cherry's team, while production will take place at Wilcox's facility in New Hampshire.
The plans for this collaboration will need approval from Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. General Cherry is known for producing the Bullet interceptor drone, as well as a significant number of FPV drones. The company also participated in the "Gauntlet" contest organized by the Pentagon as part of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Drone Dominance Program. This deal mirrors a series of "Build With Ukraine" agreements that have placed Ukrainian weapons producers in European factories. The Ukrainian government has promoted a network of export offices in cities such as Copenhagen and Berlin to facilitate such collaborations.
The announcement comes as the 2026 Unmanned Airspace Global Counter-UAS Systems Directory is now available. This comprehensive directory, which is the world's only continually updated guide to global C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems) companies and systems, lists over 1,000 C-UAS products and services with detailed performance information, company sales, and partnership arrangements. The directory is updated monthly and is broken down into niche sub-sectors, such as net-capture, missiles, intercept drones, and detectors, to provide a unique perspective on global C-UAS technical capabilities and market positions. It is available in Word, PDF, and Excel formats, with discounts available for Unmanned Airspace readers.
The partnership between General Cherry and Wilcox Industries highlights the growing importance of C-UAS systems in modern warfare and the need for collaboration between companies in different regions. With the approval of President Zelenskyy, this joint venture could further strengthen the ties between Ukraine and the United States in the field of defense technology. The success of General Cherry's drones in combat and their participation in the Pentagon's contest demonstrate the company's expertise and potential to contribute to the global C-UAS market.
This move also aligns with Ukraine's strategy of expanding its defense industry through international partnerships. By setting up a production line in the United States, General Cherry can leverage Wilcox Industries' resources and expertise, while also gaining access to new markets. The "Build With Ukraine" agreements have been instrumental in promoting Ukrainian defense technology abroad and have helped to diversify the country's economy in the face of ongoing conflict.
The collaboration between General Cherry and Wilcox Industries is expected to have a significant impact on the global C-UAS market, as it combines the proven combat capabilities of Ukrainian drones with the manufacturing capabilities of a well-established American company. The 2026 Unmanned Airspace Global Counter-UAS Systems Directory will undoubtedly play a crucial role in tracking the evolution of this market and the contributions of companies like General Cherry and Wilcox Industries.
In conclusion, the announcement of General Cherry's plans to establish a production line in the United States with Wilcox Industries marks a significant step forward for the Ukrainian defense industry. The production of FPV and interceptor drones, which have demonstrated their effectiveness in real combat, could strengthen the global C-UAS market and further solidify Ukraine's position as a key player in the development of advanced defense technology. With the approval of President Zelenskyy and the support of international partners, General Cherry's collaboration with Wilcox Industries is poised to have a lasting impact on the global defense landscape.
