Duke Robotics Hellas, Duke Robotics’ new Greek subsidiary and its first branch in Europe, aims to provide a platform for Duke Robotics to expand the market penetration of its IC Drone technology; Greece is investing significantly in infrastructure, with over $32 billion in EU funding allocated for energy-related projects
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Duke Robotics Corp. (OTCQB:DUKR) (“Duke Robotics” or the “Company”), a leader in advanced robotics technology and autonomous drone solutions, today announced that, further to its prior announcement from January 14, 2024, the Company has established “Duke Robotics Hellas I.K.E.” (“Duke Robotics Greece”), a wholly owned subsidiary in Greece. This initiative represents a strategic step forward in the Company’s commitment to expanding its operations within the civilian sector.
Duke Robotics Greece will serve as a platform for promoting and deploying the Company’s innovative IC Drone technology, as well as other potential applications of the Company’s technologies and capabilities in the Greek market. The subsidiary will enhance the Company’s ability to address the needs of the Greek market and aims to capitalize on Greece’s dynamic infrastructure development, which prioritizes sustainable and efficient solutions for utility maintenance.
Greece has emerged as a strategic market for technology and infrastructure solutions. The country has received over $32 billion in European Union funding to support energy-related projects, including modernization of its electricity systems and interconnectors1. Furthermore, Greece is targeting 82% electricity generation from renewable energy by 20302, highlighting the importance the country places on efficient sustainable technologies like Duke Robotics’ IC Drone.
Yossef Balucka, Chief Executive Officer of Duke Robotics, commented, “The establishment of Duke Robotics Hellas underscores our dedication to broadening our global footprint. Greece presents a promising market with significant opportunities for our IC Drone technology to transform utility maintenance operations. By setting up a localized presence, we aim to better position ourselves to penetrate this growing market and create value for both our customers and stakeholders.”
The IC Drone, developed by Duke Robotics, has already demonstrated its capabilities through successful deployments with the Israel Electric Corporation, offering a safer, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable alternative to traditional methods for high-voltage insulator maintenance.
About Duke Robotics Corp.
Duke Robotics Corp. (formerly known as UAS Drone Corp) is a forward-thinking company focused on bringing advanced stabilization and autonomous solutions to both military and civilian sectors. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Duke Robotics Ltd., the company developed TIKAD, an advanced robotic system that enables remote, real-time, and accurate firing of lightweight firearms and weaponry via an unmanned aerial platform (UAV) designed to meet the growing demand for tech solutions in modern warfare. Duke Robotics Ltd. Also developed the IC Drone, a first-of-its-kind robotic, drone-enabled system for cleaning electric utility insulators. The unique system, based on the Company's advanced intellectual property and know-how, integrates algorithms, autonomous systems, and robotic technologies used in mission-critical applications.
For more information about Duke Robotics Corp (Previously UAS Drone Corp) please visit www.dukeroboticsys.com or view documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov.
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