Nukkleus Launches Defense Subsidiary and Secures Exclusive U.S. Distribution Agreement with BladeRanger to Capitalize on Booming Drone Payload Market
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK) has announced two strategic moves in the aerospace and defense industry: the formation of Nukkleus Defense Technologies, a new wholly-owned subsidiary, and securing an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with BladeRanger (TASE: BLRN).
The three-year distribution agreement, which includes a five-year extension option, grants Nukkleus exclusive rights to distribute BladeRanger's drone payload technologies in the U.S. market. The agreement includes an upfront licensing payment and progressive minimum annual purchase commitments. The global drone payload market is projected to grow from $7.2 billion in 2020 to $33.3 billion by 2030.
This strategic expansion follows Nukkleus' previously announced agreement with Star 26 Capital Inc., which is pending shareholder approval. The new subsidiary will focus on commercializing third-party solutions and developing proprietary defense technologies.
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK) ha annunciato due mosse strategiche nel settore aerospaziale e della difesa: la creazione di Nukkleus Defense Technologies, una nuova controllata al 100%, e la firma di un accordo esclusivo di distribuzione per gli Stati Uniti con BladeRanger (TASE: BLRN).
L’accordo di distribuzione ha durata triennale con opzione di estensione per altri cinque anni e conferisce a Nukkleus i diritti esclusivi per distribuire negli USA le tecnologie di payload per droni di BladeRanger. L’intesa prevede un pagamento di licenza anticipato e impegni minimi di acquisto annuali crescenti. Il mercato globale dei payload per droni è stimato crescere da $7,2 miliardi nel 2020 a $33,3 miliardi entro il 2030.
Questa espansione strategica segue l’accordo precedentemente annunciato con Star 26 Capital Inc., soggetto all’approvazione degli azionisti. La nuova controllata si concentrerà sulla commercializzazione di soluzioni di terze parti e sullo sviluppo di tecnologie difensive proprietarie.
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK) ha anunciado dos movimientos estratégicos en la industria aeroespacial y de defensa: la creación de Nukkleus Defense Technologies, una nueva filial propiedad total, y la firma de un acuerdo exclusivo de distribución en EE. UU. con BladeRanger (TASE: BLRN).
El acuerdo de distribución, por tres años con opción de prórroga de cinco años, otorga a Nukkleus los derechos exclusivos para distribuir en el mercado estadounidense las tecnologías de cargas útiles de drones de BladeRanger. El acuerdo incluye un pago de licencia inicial y compromisos mínimos anuales de compra crecientes. Se proyecta que el mercado global de cargas para drones crezca de $7.2 mil millones en 2020 a $33.3 mil millones para 2030.
Esta expansión estratégica sigue al acuerdo anunciado previamente con Star 26 Capital Inc., que está pendiente de la aprobación de los accionistas. La nueva filial se enfocará en comercializar soluciones de terceros y en desarrollar tecnologías de defensa propias.
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK)는 항공우주 및 방위 산업에서 두 가지 전략적 조치를 발표했습니다. 전액 출자 자회사인 Nukkleus Defense Technologies의 설립과 BladeRanger(TASE: BLRN)와의 미국 독점 유통 계약 체결입니다.
이 3년간의 유통 계약에는 5년 연장 옵션이 포함되어 있으며 Nukkleus는 미국 시장에서 BladeRanger의 드론 페이로드 기술을 독점적으로 유통할 권리를 획득합니다. 계약에는 선지급 라이선스 비용과 점진적인 연간 최소 구매 약정이 포함되어 있습니다. 글로벌 드론 페이로드 시장은 2020년 72억 달러에서 2030년 333억 달러로 성장할 것으로 전망됩니다.
이번 전략적 확장은 주주 승인 대기 중인 Star 26 Capital Inc.와의 이전 발표된 계약에 이은 것입니다. 새 자회사는 제3자 솔루션의 상용화와 자체 방위 기술 개발에 주력할 예정입니다.
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK) a annoncé deux initiatives stratégiques dans le secteur aérospatial et de la défense : la création de Nukkleus Defense Technologies, une nouvelle filiale détenue à 100 %, et la signature d’un accord exclusif de distribution aux États‑Unis avec BladeRanger (TASE : BLRN).
Cet accord de distribution sur trois ans, assorti d’une option de prolongation de cinq ans, confère à Nukkleus les droits exclusifs de distribuer aux États‑Unis les technologies de charges utiles pour drones de BladeRanger. L’accord prévoit un paiement de licence initial et des engagements annuels d’achat minimum croissants. Le marché mondial des charges utiles pour drones devrait passer de 7,2 milliards de dollars en 2020 à 33,3 milliards de dollars d’ici 2030.
Cette expansion stratégique fait suite à l’accord annoncé précédemment avec Star 26 Capital Inc., qui est soumis à l’approbation des actionnaires. La nouvelle filiale se concentrera sur la commercialisation de solutions tierces et le développement de technologies de défense propriétaires.
Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK) hat zwei strategische Schritte in der Luft- und Raumfahrt- sowie Verteidigungsbranche angekündigt: die Gründung von Nukkleus Defense Technologies, einer neu gegründeten, hundertprozentigen Tochtergesellschaft, und den Abschluss einer ausschließlichen Vertriebsvereinbarung für die USA mit BladeRanger (TASE: BLRN).
Die dreijährige Vertriebsvereinbarung mit einer Optionsverlängerung um fünf Jahre gewährt Nukkleus exklusive Rechte, BladeRangers Drohnen-Payload-Technologien auf dem US-Markt zu vertreiben. Die Vereinbarung sieht eine Vorauslizenzzahlung sowie stufenweise wachsende jährliche Mindestabnahmeverpflichtungen vor. Der globale Markt für Drohnen-Payloads wird voraussichtlich von 7,2 Milliarden USD im Jahr 2020 auf 33,3 Milliarden USD bis 2030 anwachsen.
Diese strategische Erweiterung folgt einer zuvor angekündigten Vereinbarung mit Star 26 Capital Inc., die noch der Zustimmung der Aktionäre bedarf. Die neue Tochtergesellschaft wird sich auf die Kommerzialisierung von Drittanbieter-Lösungen und die Entwicklung eigener Verteidigungstechnologien konzentrieren.
- Exclusive U.S. distribution rights for BladeRanger's drone payload technologies
- Entry into the rapidly growing drone payload market projected to reach $33.3B by 2030
- Potential for additional 5-year agreement extension based on performance
- Performance incentives including annual purchase credits for exceeding sales targets
- Significant financial commitments through upfront licensing payment and minimum purchase volumes
- Star 26 Capital agreement still subject to shareholder approval
- Success dependent on meeting progressive purchase volume commitments
Insights
Nukkleus strategically enters defense market with new subsidiary and exclusive drone payload distribution deal, targeting $33.3B market opportunity.
Nukkleus's establishment of a defense subsidiary and exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with BladeRanger represents a calculated strategic pivot into the rapidly growing drone payload market. The global drone payload market is projected to expand from
The three-year exclusive distribution agreement with BladeRanger (with a potential five-year extension) gives Nukkleus immediate access to established drone payload technologies without the lengthy R&D investment typically required to enter the defense sector. This asset-light approach allows Nukkleus to generate revenue while developing expertise in the space before potentially developing proprietary technologies.
BladeRanger's technology appears to target both military and commercial applications, creating multiple revenue streams across defense, homeland security, and industrial sectors. This diversification helps mitigate market-specific risks while maximizing the addressable market.
The agreement structure includes progressive purchase commitments, suggesting a phased scaling strategy that aligns capital deployment with market traction. The performance incentives, including purchase credits for exceeding sales targets, indicate a well-structured deal that balances risk while rewarding success.
For Nukkleus investors, this represents a strategic evolution beyond the company's previous focus, positioning it within a high-growth defense technology vertical with significant federal spending tailwinds. However, execution will be critical as Nukkleus must now build distribution capabilities and relationships within the notoriously complex U.S. defense procurement ecosystem.
Strategic moves position Nukkleus to commercialize advanced drone payload solutions in the U.S. while laying the foundation for the future development of proprietary defense technologies
NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nukkleus Inc. (Nasdaq: NUKK) (“Nukkleus” or the “Company”), a strategic acquirer and developer of high-growth businesses in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry, today announced the establishment of Nukkleus Defense Technologies Inc. (“Nukkleus Defense Technologies”), a wholly owned subsidiary that will serve as the cornerstone of its defense-focused activities. In parallel, the Company has entered into an exclusive US distribution agreement with BladeRanger Ltd. (TASE: BLRN) (“BladeRanger”), a publicly traded Israeli innovator in advanced drone payload systems for defense, homeland security, and solar applications.
Nukkleus Defense Technologies Subsidiary
The establishment of Nukkleus Defense Technologies subsidiary marks a significant step in the Company’s broader strategy of acquiring and developing high-growth businesses within the A&D industry. Following the previously announced agreement with Star 26 Capital Inc., which remains subject to shareholder approval, the subsidiary will serve as the foundation for Nukkleus’ defense-focused activities, initially through the commercialization of advanced third-party solutions and, over time, through the development of proprietary technologies designed to meet the growing global demand for next-generation defense capabilities.
Agreement with BladeRanger
As part of this strategic pivot, Nukkleus has entered into an exclusive three-year distribution agreement with BladeRanger, with the option to extend for an additional five years, subject to performance. The agreement grants Nukkleus the sole rights to bring BladeRanger’s proprietary drone payload technologies to the U.S. market.
BladeRanger’s advanced payload system solutions are designed to enhance surveillance, reconnaissance, tactical operations, and critical infrastructure maintenance for homeland security, and industrial applications. The partnership aims to accelerate adoption of BladeRanger’s advanced payload systems across U.S. defense and commercial markets.
The global drone payload market was valued at approximately
Under the terms of the agreement, Nukkleus will provide an upfront licensing payment, for the exclusive distribution rights of Blade Range’s solutions in the U.S. In addition, the Company has committed to minimum annual purchase volumes that will increase progressively over the three-year term. Should these commitments be met, the partnership will continue for an additional five years with higher purchase thresholds. The agreement also allows Nukkleus to establish subsidiary operations and engage sub-distributors to maximize market reach, while incorporating performance incentives such as annual purchase credits for exceeding sales targets.
“Our expansion into defense reflects both the evolving global security landscape and the opportunities we see in advanced drone technologies,” said Menny Shalom, CEO of Nukkleus. “By establishing Nukkleus Defense Technologies and securing this exclusive partnership with BladeRanger, we are positioning ourselves to deliver transformative solutions to U.S. defense and homeland security customers while driving long-term value for our shareholders.”
“This agreement provides BladeRanger with a direct pathway into the U.S. defense market through a strong and strategically aligned partner,” said Hagai Klimor, CEO of BladeRanger. “Nukkleus’ commitment to defense and their operational capabilities make them the ideal choice to scale our technologies in the United States.”
About Nukkleus Inc.
Nukkleus Inc. (NASDAQ: NUKK) focuses on acquiring and scaling mission-critical suppliers across the defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Nukkleus targets Tier 2 and Tier 3 companies that form the industrial backbone of national security infrastructure in the US, Israel and Europe. Through its proprietary capital model, Nukkleus integrates operational capabilities, financial discipline, and long-term vision to modernize and expand strategic suppliers—supporting dual-use innovation and resilient supply chains.
The company’s portfolio approach combines organic growth with disciplined M&A, enabling transformational scale and positioning Nukkleus at the core of 21st-century defense industrial strategy.
About BladeRanger Ltd.
BladeRanger Ltd. is a public Israeli company at the forefront of drone payload innovation, developing integrated hardware and software systems for defense and homeland security applications. The company's proprietary technology delivers advanced capabilities for surveillance, reconnaissance, and tactical operations. Beyond defense applications, BladeRanger also pioneers solutions in solar infrastructure maintenance through its Solar Drones and DeepSolar software platform, demonstrating the versatility of its technology portfolio.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "will," "would," "expect," "intend," "plan," "objective," or comparable terminology referencing future events, conditions or circumstances, or the negative of such terms. Although Nukkleus believes that it has a reasonable basis for the forward-looking statements contained in this press release, they are based on management's current beliefs and expectations about future events and circumstances and are subject to risks and uncertainties including the ability to complete the transaction with Star 26 Capital Inc., market adoption of defense technologies, and the Company's ability to meet minimum purchase commitments under the BladeRanger agreement, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. Risk factors described under "Risk Factors" in Nukkleus' most recently filed annual report on Form 10-K, as updated from time to time in its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements in this press release. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they were made. Nukkleus undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this press release to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date of this press release, except as required by law.
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