Volatus Aerospace Secures Major Funding to Boost Defense Technology Initiatives

Canadian drone technology firm Volatus Aerospace has successfully arranged a substantial $24.67 million capital infusion through a combined financing approach. The transaction, finalized on November 10, 2025, involved both a public offering generating $20.01 million and a concurrent private placement raising $4.66 million, with all shares priced at $0.60 each. This financing package demonstrates significant institutional confidence in the company's strategic direction.

Pending final regulatory approval from the TSX Venture Exchange, the funding is scheduled to close on November 26, 2025. Company executives indicate the capital will be allocated toward three primary objectives: advancing the Mirabel Manufacturing Hub development, accelerating defense technology programs, and pursuing strategic acquisition opportunities.

In a complementary move earlier in November 2025, Volatus strengthened its technological assets through the acquisition of advanced drone systems from UK-based Caliburn Holdings. The transaction, valued at 2 million Canadian dollars and settled through company shares, provides Volatus with complete aircraft designs, validated flight test data, and comprehensive engineering documentation for next-generation unmanned systems.

The acquired technology encompasses three scalable unmanned aerial system platforms with varying capabilities:
- Maximum takeoff weight ranging from 100kg to 265kg
- Payload capacity between 15kg and 50kg
- Operational endurance from 12 hours to 7 days of continuous flight

These systems are specifically designed for defense applications, public safety operations, and critical infrastructure monitoring – precisely the sectors targeted for expansion within Canada's defense industrial strategy.

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Financial Restructuring Maintains Operational Performance

On November 3, 2025, Volatus announced an adjustment to its second-quarter 2025 financial results. The company recorded a one-time, non-cash accounting charge of $2.23 million related to balance sheet restructuring and modifications to debt instruments.

Critically, this adjustment did not impact the company's reported revenue of $10.59 million, maintained gross margin of 32%, or affected liquidity position. The underlying Q2 performance demonstrated continued strength in the company's aerial reconnaissance and cargo transport divisions.

Aligning with National Defense Priorities

The establishment of the Mirabel Innovation and Manufacturing Centre represents a cornerstone development within Canada's aerospace ecosystem. This facility will serve as the primary production site, systems integration hub, and testing ground for the recently acquired Remotely Piloted Aircraft System technologies.

This strategic infrastructure investment coincides with Canada's movement toward meeting the NATO defense spending target of 2% of GDP and aligns with the "Canada Strong" budget released on November 4, 2025. Company leadership believes their expanded manufacturing capabilities and technology portfolio position them ideally to support national defense priorities and contribute to national security objectives.