Skiftech just made history by becoming the first Ukrainian MilTech company to get a contract from the US Army to develop and support tactical laser training systems. This contract is a big deal for Skiftech and shows how Ukraine is becoming a player in the global military tech market.
Contract details and partners
Skiftech is teaming up with some of the world’s top companies to work on this project. Some of the other big names in the defense industry are:
- General Dynamics Mission Systems
- Lockheed Martin
- Cubic Defense
- Saab
- Athena Technologies
- Cole Engineering Services
- Mettle Ops
- Ravenswood Solutions
- Vertex Aerospace
This partnership shows a lot of trust in Ukrainian developers and their technologies.
Technological advantages of Skiftech
Skiftech is all about creating laser ecosystems for military training. These systems let you train in conditions that are as close to real combat as possible. They’ve also developed unique software that monitors soldier behavior during training, allowing for better analysis and more effective training.
Their systems are already being used in training centers of the Armed Forces and the National Guard of Ukraine. They’re working on simulators for the RPG-7 and AGS-17, as well as kits for training armored vehicle crews.
The contract’s importance
This contract is a big deal for the growth of the Ukrainian MilTech industry. It shows that Ukrainian military technologies are competitive on the global stage. Using laser systems can really boost the level of military training and cut down on combat losses.
Preliminary estimates show that using these systems in training could save up to 30% of personnel lives in real combat situations. This shows that Ukraine has a lot of potential in military technology and can help keep the world safe.
