Europe’s largest drone testing centre has officially opened in Swindon, representing a shift in UK defence innovation – based on lessons learned from both the Ukraine and Iran conflicts. The Uncrewed Systems Centre (USC) – based at the new DroneTEX facility in Swindon – is designed to keep the UK’s Armed Forces at the edge of innovation, allowing the rapid development and fielding of capabilities in weeks, not years. The aim of the centre is to support small British businesses, unlock exports and create jobs as part of a sustained defence spending boost. It will be the UK’s focal point for…
