Warsaw announces a millionaire plan to accelerate integration of unmanned systems into its defense strategy
Poland has begun a profound transformation in its defense policy by announcing an investment of nearly $ 55 million (approximately 200 million zlotis) to accelerate drones implementation in the Armed Forces. The announcement was made by the Secretary of State of the Ministry of Defense, Cezary Tomczyk, during a press conference in the capital, Warsaw.
“We are embarking on a drone revolution”said Tomczyk. “Polish Armed Forces are entering a new era in which unmanned systems will be a fundamental pillar of defense.”
Half of the resources will be intended for training centers
According to Tomczyk, half the amount will be used to develop training infrastructure, while the other part will be focused on drone acquisition. He also pointed out that the value can double if the national industry is prepared to meet the demand.
Special law will allow direct purchases for urgent needs
The government is evaluating a bill authorizing the military to ignore traditional public hiring procedures in cases of urgent operational necessity. With this, drones that undergo tests can be purchased directly, accelerating modernization.
“Our goal is for unmanned systems to become standard equipment for all combat units”Declarou Tomczyk.
Drone Center will be created to coordinate national capabilities
Poland also announced the creation of the codename HORNETat the Institute of Air Force Technology. The structure will be responsible for testing, developing and integrating air drones, terrestrial and sea drones, gathering efforts by military institutes, private companies and cyberspace defense forces.
IA and 3D printing are part of the new doctrine
Drone laboratories will be installed in operating units, special forces and the territorial defense force. They will take care of the design, maintenance and customization of platforms, including using 3D printing.
Tomczyk highlighted the integration of software and artificial intelligence as a strategic focus. “The Polish Army is the third in the world to launch an Artificial Intelligence Implementation Center (Cisi). We want to incorporate into all unmanned systems.”
East Shield Project already tests dozens of models
The “Drone Revolution” is directly linked to the called National Defense Plan East Shield. Since January, 455 technological proposals have been presented to the government, with 100 focused on unmanned systems. Of these, 41 companies were selected to provide land, air and naval drones.
Five military institutes signed agreements to test 90 models in nine operating units. The first deliveries are scheduled between September and October this year.
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