Royal Norwegian Ministry of Defence Selects Skydio X10D Autonomous Drones in 101 MNOK ($9.4M USD) Initial Tender
July 15, 2025 - Skydio, the leading Western drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight, has been awarded an initial tender totaling 101 million Norwegian Kroner (approximately $9.4M USD) to supply autonomous small uncrewed aerial systems (sUAS) to the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Defence. In partnership with Oskar Pedersen AS, a Norwegian defense and security product supplier, the company has begun delivering X10D systems to the Norwegian Armed Forces.
Norway has been at the forefront of adopting advanced technology for defense, and we're proud to support their armed forces with our X10D platform. X10D is the small UAS of choice for Western militaries, with onboard AI, autonomy, powerful sensors, and survivability in contested environments.” Adam Bry, CEO and co-founder Skydio
The Arctic and High North present unique challenges that demand superior technical capabilities. Engineered and ruggedized for the harshest environments, the Skydio X10D platform is capable of delivering critical operational advantages through:
- Unparalleled sensor technology, advanced autonomous navigation, and a modular, open architecture that is critical for the dynamic nature of military needs
- Cold-weather operation certified to -20°C, enabling year-round deployment across Norway's varied terrain
- Advanced autonomous navigation with Skydio NightSense™ for reliable operation in the extended darkness of Nordic winters
- Resilience and survivability in the face of electronic warfare, enabling reliable control and data transmission even in contested environments
