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Ukraine's Drone Surge: 500 Firms Challenge DJI's Dominance

12/19/2025

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Global drone manufacturing is dominated by DJI, which controls 75% of the global quadcopter market.
Ukraine has about 500 drone companies formed since 2022 due to the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Ukraine's drone production surged to over 4 million in 2025, despite 95% of its components coming from China.
The local firm Motor-G aims to increase independence by producing 100,000 electric motors monthly.

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Story summary

Global drone manufacturing is dominated by DJI, which controls 75% of the global quadcopter market.
Ukraine has about 500 drone companies formed since 2022 due to the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Ukraine's drone production surged to over 4 million in 2025, despite 95% of its components coming from China.
The local firm Motor-G aims to increase independence by producing 100,000 electric motors monthly.