EagleNXT Receives Order for 12 eBee TAC Drones from Tough Stump Technologies to Equip ARTEMIS Kits
EagleNXT (NYSE:UAVS) has secured an order for 12 eBee TAC tactical mapping drones from Tough Stump Technologies for integration into their ARTEMIS kits. The eBee TAC drones offer 90 minutes of flight time, a 34-mile range, and precision accuracy of 0.6 inches through RTK/PPK technology.
The ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) combines EagleNXT's drones with Hexagon US Federal's geospatial technologies, enhancing capabilities for defense and public safety missions. Both the eBee TAC and eBee VISION are listed on the U.S. Department of Defense's Blue UAS Cleared List, positioning EagleNXT as a trusted provider in the defense sector.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS) ha ottenuto un ordine per 12 droni tattici di mappatura eBee TAC da Tough Stump Technologies per l'integrazione nei loro kit ARTEMIS. I droni eBee TAC offrono 90 minuti di volo, un raggio di 34 miglia e una precisione di 0,6 pollici grazie alla tecnologia RTK/PPK.
ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) integra i droni di EagleNXT con le tecnologie geospaziali di Hexagon US Federal, potenziando le capacità per missioni di difesa e sicurezza pubblica. Sia l'eBee TAC che l'eBee VISION sono presenti nella Blue UAS Cleared List del Dipartimento della Difesa degli Stati Uniti, posizionando EagleNXT come fornitore affidabile nel settore della difesa.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS) ha obtenido un pedido por 12 drones eBee TAC de mapeo táctico de Tough Stump Technologies para integrarlos en sus kits ARTEMIS. Los drones eBee TAC ofrecen 90 minutos de vuelo, un alcance de 34 millas y una precisión de 0,6 pulgadas gracias a la tecnología RTK/PPK.
ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) combina los drones de EagleNXT con las tecnologías geoespaciales de Hexagon US Federal, mejorando las capacidades para misiones de defensa y seguridad pública. Tanto el eBee TAC como el eBee VISION figuran en la Blue UAS Cleared List del Departamento de Defensa de los Estados Unidos, posicionando a EagleNXT como un proveedor confiable en el sector de defensa.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS)가 Tough Stump Technologies로부터 12대의 eBee TAC 전술 매핑 드론을 주문 받아 ARTEMIS 키트에 통합할 예정입니다. eBee TAC 드론은 90분의 비행 시간, 34마일의 사거리, RTK/PPK 기술로 구현된 0.6인치의 정밀도를 제공합니다.
ARTEMIS(Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System)는 EagleNXT의 드론과 Hexagon US Federal의 지리공간 기술을 결합하여 방위 및 공공 안전 임무의 역량을 강화합니다. eBee TAC와 eBee VISION은 미국 국방부의 Blue UAS Cleared List에 등재되어 있어 EagleNXT를 방위 부문에서 신뢰받는 공급업체로 돋보이게 합니다.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS) a reçu une commande de 12 drones eBee TAC de cartographie tactique de Tough Stump Technologies pour être intégrés dans leurs kits ARTEMIS. Les drones eBee TAC offrent 90 minutes de vol, une portée de 34 miles et une précision de 0,6 pouce grâce à la technologie RTK/PPK.
L’ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) combine les drones d’EagleNXT avec les technologies géospatiales de Hexagon US Federal, améliorant les capacités pour les missions de défense et de sécurité publique. Tant le eBee TAC que le eBee VISION figurent sur la Blue UAS Cleared List du Department of Defense des États-Unis, positionnant EagleNXT comme un fournisseur de confiance dans le secteur de la défense.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS) hat eine Bestellung über 12 eBee TAC-Taktik-Kartierungsdrohnen von Tough Stump Technologies erhalten, die in ihre ARTEMIS-Sets integriert werden sollen. Die eBee TAC-Drohnen bieten 90 Minuten Flugzeit, eine Reichweite von 34 Meilen und eine Präzision von 0,6 Zoll dank RTK/PPK-Technologie.
ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) kombiniert EagleNXT-Drohnen mit den Geoinformationstechnologien von Hexagon US Federal und stärkt die Fähigkeiten für Verteidigungs- und Sicherheitsmissionen. Sowohl der eBee TAC als auch der eBee VISION sind in der Blue UAS Cleared List des US-Verteidigungsministeriums aufgeführt, was EagleNXT zu einem vertrauenswürdigen Anbieter im Verteidigungssektor macht.
EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS) حصلت على طلب لــ12 طائرة بدون طيار eBee TAC للمسح التكتيكي من Tough Stump Technologies للدمج في حزم ARTEMIS الخاصة بهم. توفر طائرات eBee TAC وقت طيران يصل إلى 90 دقيقة ونطاقاً يصل إلى 34 ميلاً ودقة تبلغ 0.6 بوصة بفضل تكنولوجيا RTK/PPK.
ARTEMIS (Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System) يجمع بين طائرات EagleNXT وتقنيات Hexagon US Federal الجغرافية المكانية، معززاً القدرات للمهام الدفاعية ومهام السلامة العامة. كلا من eBee TAC و eBee VISION مدرجان في قائمة Blue UAS Cleared List لوزارة الدفاع الأمريكية، مما يجعل EagleNXT مزوداً موثوقاً في قطاع الدفاع.
EagleNXT（NYSE: UAVS） 已从 Tough Stump Technologies 获得一份 12 架 eBee TAC 战术制图无人机的订单，将整合到他们的 ARTEMIS 套件中。eBee TAC 无人机提供 90 分钟飞行时间、34 英里射程，并通过 RTK/PPK 技术实现 0.6 英寸的高精度。
ARTEMIS（Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System）将 EagleNXT 的无人机与 Hexagon US Federal 的地理空间技术相结合，提升防务与公共安全任务的能力。eBee TAC 与 eBee VISION 均列在美国国防部的 Blue UAS Cleared List 上，使 EagleNXT 在防务领域成为值得信赖的供应商。
- Secured new order for 12 eBee TAC drones from established partner Tough Stump Technologies
- Products featured on U.S. Department of Defense's Blue UAS Cleared List, validating security credentials
- Long-standing partnership with Tough Stump since 2018 demonstrates product reliability
- Strategic expansion in defense and public safety markets indicates growing market presence
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EagleNXT's 12-drone order strengthens defense market position and validates their secure UAS strategy with potential recurring revenue.
This order for 12 eBee TAC drones represents a significant win for EagleNXT in the specialized defense and public safety markets. The integration into Tough Stump's ARTEMIS kits demonstrates product-market fit in a notoriously difficult sector to penetrate. The eBee TAC's specifications—90-minute flight time, 34-mile range, and 1.5cm accuracy—address critical needs for tactical reconnaissance without requiring complex infrastructure or training.
The inclusion of both eBee TAC and eBee VISION on the DoD's Blue UAS Cleared List is particularly noteworthy, as this designation overcomes major regulatory and security hurdles that typically prevent foreign drone technologies from being adopted by U.S. defense agencies. This creates a competitive moat against the flood of consumer drone manufacturers trying to enter the defense market.
The long-term relationship with Tough Stump (dating back to 2018) suggests this isn't a one-off purchase but part of an ongoing procurement strategy. The ARTEMIS ecosystem's integration with Hexagon US Federal's geospatial technologies and ATAK compatibility indicates EagleNXT is positioning itself within a broader defense technology stack, potentially creating switching costs and recurring revenue opportunities beyond hardware sales.
While the exact contract value isn't disclosed, defense-grade UAS systems typically command
Order underscores EagleNXT’s growing presence in defense and public safety markets, reinforcing long-term growth trajectory and shareholder value creation
WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (dba, EagleNXT) (the “Company” or “EagleNXT”) (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, announces the receipt of an order for 12 eBee TAC™ tactical mapping drones from Tough Stump Technologies. The systems will be integrated into Tough Stump’s ARTEMIS™ kits, enhancing capabilities for rapid aerial reconnaissance, situational awareness, and intelligence gathering across defense, public safety, and humanitarian missions.
The eBee TAC delivers up to 90 minutes of flight time and a 34-mile (54 km) range, enabling one-person operation in disconnected environments without ground control points. With absolute accuracy down to 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) via RTK/PPK technology, it provides unmatched performance for generating high-resolution 2D maps, 3D models, and digital surface models in austere environments.
EagleNXT CEO Bill Irby commented, “This order underscores the confidence that Tough Stump has placed in EagleNXT to deliver mission-critical performance. By equipping ARTEMIS kits with our eBee TAC platforms, we are advancing operational precision and agility at the tactical edge, helping to save lives, increase efficiency, and extend our leadership in defense and public safety markets. Importantly, this order reflects the growing demand we are seeing for secure, U.S.-approved UAS solutions and reinforces the scalability of our business model. As we continue to broaden our global footprint and expand into adjacent applications, we believe these milestones will translate into sustainable growth and long-term value creation for our shareholders.”
ARTEMIS — the Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Edge Mapping and Imagery System — combines EagleNXT’s eBee platforms with Hexagon US Federal’s geospatial technologies for intuitive visualization and seamless integration with tools such as ATAK. Together, these solutions enable defense and public safety teams to respond more rapidly, decisively, and securely.
Ben Brown, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Tough Stump Technologies, added, “The eBee TAC’s reliability and proven performance make it an ideal fit for our ARTEMIS ecosystem. By integrating EagleNXT drones into our kits, we provide clients with cutting-edge geospatial intelligence tools that close critical capability gaps and strengthen mission readiness. Our long-standing collaboration with EagleNXT has enabled us to continually expand the reach and impact of ARTEMIS solutions worldwide. Together, we are not only advancing tactical edge capabilities for defense and public safety teams, but also supporting a growth trajectory that positions both organizations to capture increasing demand and deliver lasting value to our customers.”
This new order builds on EagleNXT’s long-standing partnership with Tough Stump, which has leveraged eBee systems in ARTEMIS deployments since 2018. With both the eBee TAC and eBee VISION featured on the U.S. Department of Defense’s Blue UAS Cleared List, EagleNXT is positioned to expand its role as a trusted provider of secure, scalable UAS solutions to global defense and public safety markets.
For more information on the ARTEMIS™ package, visit Toughstump.com.
For more information about the full suite of EagleNXT UAS solutions, or to schedule a demo, visit EagleNXT.com or contact the AgEagle Media Relations team.
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EagleNXT is a leading developer of high-performance drones, advanced sensors, and intelligent software solutions that deliver critical aerial intelligence to customers around the world. With more than one million flights conducted globally, EagleNXT’s platforms are trusted across defense, public safety, agriculture, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring applications. The Company’s drone systems have achieved multiple industry firsts, including FAA approvals for Operations Over People (OOP) and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), as well as EASA C2 certification in Europe and inclusion on the U.S. Department of Defense’s Blue UAS list. EagleNXT’s sensors are integrated on more than 150 different drone models and are used in over 100 research publications worldwide, reinforcing its leadership in precision agriculture, surveying, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
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