Ukraine’s Drone Contracts Top $7.6 Billion in First Half of 2026

Ukraine signed contracts worth over 333.6 billion Ukrainian Hryvnia ($7.6 billion) for drones in the first half of 2026, more than double the value recorded during the same period last year.

The procurement was carried out through multiple channels, including the Defence Procurement Agency’s (DOT) weapons marketplace, which allows military units to order equipment using allocated funds.

According to the agency, the average delivery time is nine days, with the DOT overseeing contract execution, payment processing, and logistics.

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