UK Army Selects Tekever AR5 to Replace Watchkeeper

The British Army has selected Tekever's AR5 unmanned surveillance system to replace its ageing Watchkeeper fleet under Project CORVUS. The proposed programme is valued at up to £400 million over 10 years, beginning with six aircraft and potentially growing to 24 by 2029, subject to contract signature and approvals. The selection pairs a claimed improvement in reconnaissance endurance, sensors and reliability with planned UK production at Tekever's new Swindon facility.