Monopulse Secures €1.12 Million To Expand NATO-Grade Drone Production Amid Changing Defense Needs

The loan is part of ILTE’s Billion for Business program, which supports the development of high-value products, digitalization, and growth in the defense sector. The funds will be used to boost production capacity in the strategic defense industry and meet current orders from both Lithuanian and international clients.

“The supply chain is maintained both by auditing suppliers and by working directly with raw material providers. This approach allows us to precisely trace the origin of every component and maintain the highest quality and security standards while cooperating only with verified partners,” says Monopulse CEO Justas Poderys.

The €1.12 million financing for MNP Technologijos (Monopulse) comes at a time of increased investment in European DefenseTech and UAV development in 2025.

In Germany, Quantum Systems secured €160 million to scale autonomous aerial intelligence systems, while in Poland, Orbotix raised €6.5 million to advance AI-powered drone swarming technology for defence. In Denmark Quadsat raised €5 million to develop electronic warfare and spectrum intelligence solutions.

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While these funding rounds highlight the growth of venture-backed companies, Monopulse’s loan under Lithuania’s ILTE program focuses on expanding production capacity, reinforcing sovereign UAV manufacturing capabilities.

These investments reflect a Europe-wide effort to strengthen defense autonomy and technological resilience with the Baltic region playing an increasingly important role. The region’s growing prominence in DefenseTech is closely tied to its geopolitical position near Ukraine and the heightened security concerns that have arisen since 2022.

Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia are focusing on building up their own defense manufacturing and technology to strengthen NATO's eastern border. This helps them become more self-reliant while also providing support to Ukraine with equipment and expertise. Investors and national development banks, like ILTE with Monopulse, are supporting companies that improve supply chain security, fast deployment, and innovation tested in real-world situations.

Thus, the Baltic region's participation in Europe’s DefenseTech movement is not just coincidental – it’s strategically driven by its geography and security context making it one of the most active emerging hubs for practical UAV and military innovation in Europe.

“Monopulse’s activities strongly reflect ILTE’s strategic goals – to support businesses that create real added value for the country, strengthen European security, and contribute to technological independence. The development of defense technology in Lithuania is crucial for strengthening both national security and the resilience of the country’s economy,” says Giedrė Gečiauskienė, Head of Client Financing at ILTE.

Founded in 2021, Monopulse designs and manufactures UAVs primarily for surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Its products fall under the NATO Class I (Mini) category and are equipped with a range of cameras including night vision systems. The company emphasizes that advanced communication technologies ensure the UAVs remain under operator control even in environments where GPS signals are jammed.

To ensure supply chain reliability and security, Monopulse sources all critical components exclusively from “friendly nations” and manufactures key parts in-house, including cameras and flight control computers.

The company’s UAVs are designed with modularity in mind, allowing for quick and easy repairs in the field. Monopulse’s Falcon models operate independently of cloud service providers, ensuring that all data, including footage captured by onboard cameras, is securely stored on the UAV itself. The operating range of the Falcon systems extends up to 15 km.

Currently, Monopulse supplies its UAVs to customers in Scandinavia and the Baltic states, with ongoing expansion into Western Europe. The company also collaborates closely with partners in Ukraine, using battlefield feedback to continually improve its products and adapt to evolving operational demands.

According to Poderys, the war in Ukraine highlighted the importance of IT infrastructure on the modern battlefield, but the most significant challenge now lies in the pace of technological development: “What is considered state-of-the-art technology today can be obsolete a year later. Therefore, companies in the defense industry, including UAV manufacturers, are compelled to constantly develop and refine new product versions, even if this limits mass production.”

The company notes that while the war has significantly altered military procurement strategies, many countries are still adapting to this new reality. This shift demands quicker purchasing processes and more flexible decision-making.

“Countries closer to Ukraine are implementing these changes much more quickly, as the need to respond to modern battlefield challenges is much more tangible here,” adds Poderys.

About Monopulse

Monopulse is a Pan-European company specializing in the design and manufacture of tactical UAVs and software for military, police and emergency services. Their lightweight, secure and quick-deployment drone systems enhance situational awareness improve team collaboration, and support critical tasks in challenging environments, ensuring operational safety and mission success.