Angus Batey looks at how the close relationship between UK industry and the military is shaping the future of UAV programmes. If there ever was a time when the role of the defence industry was simply to design, build and sell a piece of kit, those days are long gone. Today's contractors know that their businesses are increasingly dependent on what non-military companies call 'after-sales'- supporting products beyond handover, and monetising an expanded and ongoing relationship.
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