Powerus Secures Pentagon Contract for Iranian Drone Interceptor Drones
West Palm Beach-based company, Powerus, has secured its first contract with the Pentagon for the sale of Guardian-2 interceptor drones, following successful testing in Arizona. The contract represents a significant development in the company’s efforts to secure US military orders within the defense industry. According to President Brett Velicovich, the Guardian-2 drone is specifically designed to counter Iranian Shahed-type drones operating in the Middle East.
The demand for this type of drone interceptor arose following the commencement of hostilities on February 28. The project is supported by members of the Trump family, with Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson serving on Powerus’s board.
This move aligns with the Trump family’s broader investments in unmanned aerial vehicle technology and defense. The U.S. government has actively promoted such defense industry deals as part of a strategy to strengthen national capabilities.
Powerus’s success highlights a growing trend of private companies capitalizing on defense needs, particularly in the realm of drones. The Guardian-2’s primary function is to target and neutralize threats posed by Iranian drones, a key element in the ongoing regional conflict.
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