704473450-RPAS/0011-CAN

The UK Ministry of Defence awarded a GBP 35,000 single-source contract to DESMI Ltd for the repair of fuel pumps associated with the RPAS/0011-CAN program. This procurement supports maintenance of Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) equipment, likely contributing to the operational readiness of platforms such as the Protector RG Mk1 fleet. In the broader strategic context, the UK MoD is expanding its RPAS capabilities with Protector to enhance Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) operations, replacing Reaper systems with globally deployable, certified aircraft entering service around 2024.