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Volatus Aerospace: Delivering Today, Building for Tomorrow 鈥� Positioned as Canada鈥檚 Leader in Sovereign Aerial Solutions

TORONTO, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT, OTCQX: TAKOF, Frankfurt: ABB) today provided a corporate update, highlighting its strong financial position, expanding roster of international contracts, and alignment with Canada鈥檚 defense and industrial priorities. With disciplined execution and growing global demand for advanced aerial solutions, Volatus is demonstrating momentum today while building the foundation for long-term leadership.

Canada鈥檚 reinforced focus on NATO readiness, Arctic sovereignty, and domestic industrial capacity mirrors Volatus鈥� core strengths in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (鈥淚SR鈥�), such as border and maritime surveillance, wildfire response, and reforestation, areas where the company is already providing solutions alongside Canadian and NATO-aligned partners.

鈥淲e have entered a period of unprecedented opportunity for Canadian aerospace and defense technology, and Volatus is strategically positioned to lead,鈥� said Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace. 鈥淥ur strong balance sheet, regulatory readiness, and unmatched operational capabilities give us the runway to scale both in Canada and globally. We will execute with discipline, directing our capital and expertise on profitable growth, focus on converting our $600 million sales pipeline into long-term, multi-year contracts, accelerating domestic capacity, and solving real-world challenges for our clients and partners.鈥�

Demonstrated Momentum

• Strong Financial Position 鈥� Approximately $20 million of cash on the balance sheet and strong working capital provide runway to execute. The company has attracted long-term institutional support from partners including Investissement Qu茅bec (IQ), Export Development Canada (EDC), and other Quebec-based institutions.
• Contract Wins 鈥� Delivered approximately $5 million in ISR and public safety contracts, including deliveries to NATO partners and emergency response agencies.
• Regulatory Readiness 鈥� Secured multiple regulatory approvals enabling expanded remote operations, materially increasing the company鈥檚 addressable market across defense, public safety, and industrial applications.
• Strategic Partnerships 鈥� Collaborations with various OEMS in Canada, the US and Europe expand capabilities in surveillance, heavy-lift cargo, and geospatial markets.
• Execution Capacity 鈥� The Operations Control Centre (OCC) enables Volatus to respond credibly and at scale to Canadian and international RFPs.
  
  

Positioned for Long-Term Leadership

Volatus enters its next phase with the resources, partnerships, and credibility to scale domestically and internationally, recognizing that the market for advanced aerial solutions is accelerating now, not years from today.

• Aligned with National Priorities 鈥� Canada鈥檚 defense commitments and industrial capacity push directly align with Volatus鈥� strengths across ISR, maritime surveillance, wildfire response, and reforestation.
• Building Sovereign Capacity 鈥� Investment in design, production, and secure supply chains positions Volatus to anchor a Canadian hub for drone manufacturing and advanced aerial capabilities with export potential.
• Regulatory Tailwinds 鈥� Evolving frameworks and recent approvals are unlocking scalable remote operations and creating new channels for service expansion and long-term contracts.
• Expanding Globally 鈥� Recent ISR, training, and heavy-lift engagements with NATO-aligned partners demonstrate credibility to pursue larger, multi-year mandates.
• Commercializing Innovation 鈥� Advancing AI-enabled software, counter-drone solutions, and RPAS platforms including the Condor XL heavy-lift program to address urgent defense and environmental applications.
• Disciplined Growth 鈥� With a strong cash position and clear focus, Volatus is prioritizing profitable growth through solution sales, aerial services, and training while continuing to invest in future-ready technologies and evaluating potential accretive acquisition opportunities.
  
  

With the convergence of geopolitical demand, evolving regulatory frameworks, and Canada鈥檚 commitment to economic and security independence, Volatus is advancing its mission to deliver innovative aerial solutions for intelligence, cargo, and environmental applications. The Company remains committed to disciplined execution, profitable growth, and creating enduring shareholder value.

About Volatus Aerospace
With 100+ years of combined aviation expertise, Volatus Aerospace delivers innovative global aerial solutions for intelligence and cargo, utilizing both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft (RPAS/drones). Committed to efficiency, safety, and sustainability, Volatus offers a complete ecosystem of aerial solutions including remote operations, enterprise equipment sales, training, and aerial services to enhance real-world applications across industries.

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