New Contracts for WARMATE Loitering Munition

November 7, 2025 – Under the agreements, WB GROUP will deliver a total of 1,000 WARMATE 3 loitering munitions to non-European armed forces. The orders include the newest variants of the WARMATE 3, characterized by upgraded capabilities and larger warheads. Proven in demanding operational conditions, these systems will be deployed, among others, by a new customer in Asia.

The WARMATE family of systems has been combat-proven in numerous military operations, including high-intensity conflict in Ukraine, confirming its reliability and performance under real-world battlefield conditions. Developed “with the user, for the user” the WARMATE 3 continues to evolve to meet the requirements of current and future operational environments.

WARMATE 3 stands out with extended operational range, upgraded NATO-compliant warheads, and advanced signal relay capabilities, enabling operation in GNSS-denied and heavily jammed environments. The system is fully interoperable with other unmanned platforms developed by WB GROUP, allowing seamless integration within a unified battlefield management ecosystem.

WARMATE 3 is a lightweight, man-portable strike UAV featuring a pusher-propeller configuration. Its modular design allows the use of interchangeable warheads selected prior to a mission according to specific operational requirements. The system requires minimal logistical support and can be transported in field backpacks.

The loitering munition can be fitted with one of three primary warhead types: thermobaric (TB), high-explosive fragmentation (HEFI), or anti-armor (HEAT). Depending on the mission profile, the warhead may be equipped with a day or night camera. WARMATE 3 is launched from a lightweight, portable pneumatic launcher.

The system offers a viable alternative to anti-tank guided missiles, offering the ability to loiter over the target area for extended periods and engage threats from greater standoff distances. This enables the operator to detect, observe, and identify targets with increased decision time and operational flexibility. WARMATE 3 is also capable of signal relay and retransmission and integrates seamlessly with other WB GROUP unmanned platforms.

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