AV and UAS Denmark establish strategic partnership to advance UAS capabilities in EU

AeroVironment announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hans Christian Andersen Airport in Odense, Denmark–home to the UAS Denmark Test Centre–to explore joint utilisation of the centre’s expansive airspace and advanced test facilities. The agreement aims to leverage UAS Denmark’s strategic range and infrastructure to support AV’s uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) demonstration operations, mission training, and customer integration activities across the region.

The collaboration is expected to enable joint research and development (R&D) initiatives and accelerate the growth of the UAS Denmark Test Centre as a regional epicentre for advanced UAS innovation, evaluation, and operational readiness.

"This MOU represents a significant milestone in expanding AV’s operational footprint in Europe," said Shane Hastings, AV’s vice president and general manager of Medium UAS. "Our partnership with UAS Denmark positions us to deliver enhanced capabilities, mission-critical training, and integrated UAS solutions to allied defence forces and government stakeholders across the region."

This agreement follows AV’s February 2025 Framework Agreement with the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO), under which AV is delivering advanced UAS, operator and maintainer training, and lifecycle support to strengthen the Danish Armed Forces’ intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. The MOU with UAS Denmark builds on this momentum and reinforces AV’s commitment to delivering tactical advantage through scalable, reliable, and combat-proven UAS platforms.