Key Highlights
- Unusual Machines has secured a contract exceeding $5 million from Powerus for domestically-produced drone components.
- The order includes parts for counter-unmanned aerial system (UAS) interceptors and 10-inch category drones.
- Every component meets NDAA compliance standards, ensuring adherence to National Defense Authorization Act domestic sourcing mandates.
- Shipments began in April with full completion anticipated by the close of Q2 2026.
- Powerus is working toward a reverse merger with Aureus Greenway Holdings (AGH) to secure Nasdaq trading status.
Unusual Machines (UMAC) has finalized a component supply agreement valued at over $5 million with Powerus, capitalizing on surging requirements for domestically-sourced counter-drone systems.
The Florida-headquartered parts supplier will provide critical elements for counter-UAS interceptor platforms and 10-inch class drone assemblies to Powerus, which operates as Autonomous Power Corporation. Brett Velicovich, co-founder of Powerus, cited component dependability as the deciding factor in choosing UMAC.
Shipment fulfillment commenced in April with completion targeted for the conclusion of Q2 2026.
Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines, noted heightened interest linked to geopolitical tensions. “Recent events involving Iran have accelerated demand for our American-built components, opening an entirely fresh market segment,” Evans stated.
Every part included in this contract carries NDAA-compliant certification, satisfying the stringent domestic manufacturing criteria outlined in the National Defense Authorization Act. Such certification has become increasingly critical for organizations purchasing defense-related unmanned systems.
The contract encompasses two distinct product lines: elements for counter-UAS interception platforms and components for 10-inch class drone systems deployed in adaptable mission profiles.
Powerus Pursues Public Market Entry via AGH Combination
Powerus remains privately held at present but is advancing a proposed reverse merger transaction with Aureus Greenway Holdings (AGH) that would grant Powerus access to Nasdaq capital markets.
AGH shares have experienced significant price swings, climbing approximately 460% year-over-year despite recording a negative 68% gross profit margin over the trailing twelve months. The entity maintains a market capitalization near $68 million against annual revenues of roughly $3 million.
AGH completed a $9 million private placement offering, distributing more than 3 million shares alongside pre-funded warrants priced at $3.00 per unit.
Powerus counts Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. among its financial backers through their investment vehicle American Ventures. Retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, who previously served as U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, has accepted an advisory board position with Powerus.
UMAC’s Strategic Industry Positioning
UMAC has established itself as a critical domestic source for the American drone sector during a period of intensifying regulatory scrutiny surrounding foreign-manufactured components.
The enterprise markets drone components across multiple brand identities, including Fat Shark, recognized for manufacturing first-person view headsets utilized by drone operators. The company additionally operates the Rotor Riot online marketplace specializing in FPV equipment.
Fact.MR, a market intelligence provider, estimates the worldwide drone accessories sector at $17.5 billion currently, with projections indicating growth to $115 billion by 2032.
This multi-million-dollar Powerus agreement strengthens UMAC’s commercial trajectory as it focuses on defense-sector customers requiring certified domestic components.
Aureus Greenway Holdings has simultaneously undergone executive restructuring, with ChiPing Cheung transitioning from the CEO role. Cheung now oversees Chrome Field I and Chrome Field II, both operating as AGH subsidiary entities.
