In an increasingly interconnected world, strategic partnerships are critical to innovation and operational efficiency. Here at Skydio, we are expanding our reach and capabilities through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LIG Nex1, one of South Korea's premier defense manufacturers.
Known for its development and production of advanced precision systems, LIG Nex1 brings deep expertise in defense technology, a wealth of regional insight, and robust manufacturing capabilities. This partnership offers us an invaluable opportunity to scale operations, streamline supply chains, and enhance the capabilities of our revolutionary X10 platform, all while extending our presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
At its core, the collaboration between Skydio and LIG Nex1 is driven by a shared vision to advance technological innovation in defense. With this MoU, we are jointly exploring products and capabilities that leverage LIG Nex1’s supply chain efficiencies in South Korea. By tapping into LIG Nex1’s regional capabilities and technical expertise, we can expedite the deployment of our X10 platform across critical defense sectors in the Indo-Pacific. This access to a highly specialized supply chain will support faster production times and improved cost efficiency, which are critical factors in scaling our international defense presence.
The X10D platform, our most advanced autonomous drone system, is a perfect fit for this collaborative effort. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of military operations, Skydio’s dual-use X10D combines state-of-the-art AI with robust autonomous capabilities, enabling it to perform complex surveillance, reconnaissance, inspection, as well as search and rescue missions with minimal human intervention.
Skydio X10D is a small dual-use Uncrewed Autonomous System (sUAS) that delivers advanced features, including all-weather capabilities, low-light operation, and obstacle avoidance. These innovations and more offer unmatched versatility and safety for operators in high-stakes environments. Through this partnership, our intent is to enhance X10D with precision electronic systems from LIG Nex1. The outcome will be a drone platform that is both agile and adaptive to the unique challenges of the Indo-Pacific region.
This MoU with LIG Nex1, alongside our collaboration with Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), is a strategic move to strengthen Skydio’s defense expansion across Asia and beyond.
Skydio is positioned with partners in Indo-Pacific markets to be more agile, reduce lead times, and gain logistical efficiency. This collaboration boosts Skydio’s platform capabilities and reinforces our commitment to empowering allied nations with resilient, advanced tools for mission success.
As we continue expanding our defense business internationally, partnerships with trusted regional leaders like LIG Nex1 will be essential to achieve global reach and operational impact. Skydio looks forward to evolving defense needs and fostering innovation on a global scale.
