Volatus Aerospace to Establish Innovation Center and Drone Manufacturing Facility in Mirabel to Enhance Canada's Defense Preparedness and Assist NATO Partners

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Globenewswire

Updated: Oct 20 2025

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Source: Globenewswire

Volatus Aerospace Initiative: Volatus Aerospace Inc. plans to establish the Volatus Mirabel Innovation Centre and Drone Manufacturing Hub at Montréal–Mirabel International Airport, aimed at enhancing Canada's drone capacity for the Canadian Armed Forces and NATO allies.
Manufacturing and Innovation Focus: The 200,000-square-foot facility will support the serial production of Canadian-built drone platforms, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with regulatory frameworks, while also fostering a secure domestic supply chain.
Government Support and Strategic Importance: The initiative aligns with the Canadian government's priorities to bolster domestic defense capabilities, with recent investments and commitments indicating a sustained demand for drone solutions.
Future Outlook: Volatus aims to strengthen its domestic defense manufacturing posture and collaborate with federal and provincial partners to enhance Canada's sovereign capabilities in drone technology.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.