Frankenburg Technologies, an Estonian defense company, announced plans to produce anti-drone missile systems in Ukraine amidst growing Russian air raids. This move aligns with increasing European defense investments in Ukraine, following similar efforts like Germany’s Rheinmetall AG’s artillery plant. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal revealed in March that the country has secured five contracts for joint arms production with foreign companies. Frankenburg Technologies, founded in January, has attracted key figures from Estonia’s defense and technology sectors, including military commander Martin Herem and Milrem Robotics CEO Kuldar Vaarsi. The company appointed Sergiy Koshman as CEO for its Ukrainian operations.
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