- A recent CBC report emphasized Canada’s leadership in drone regulation and its growing importance in military strategy, inspired by Ukraine’s use of drones in warfare
- First Tellurium’s (CSE:FTEL) subsidiary PyroDelta has completed R&D on thermoelectric modules for large drones and is now engaging manufacturers serving defense and industrial sectors
- Following the news, First Tellurium saw increased investor activity
- First Tellurium stock (CSE:FTEL) last traded at $0.21
First Tellurium (CSE:FTEL) has welcomed a recent feature by the CBC that revealed the growing importance of drone innovation for the Canadian Armed Forces.
The story, authored by senior CBC reporter Evan Dyer, highlights Canada’s proactive regulatory stance and the rapid evolution of drone warfare, drawing lessons from the Ukraine conflict.
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“This could prove significant for the advancements our subsidiary PyroDelta Energy Inc. is making to increase drone range and efficiency,” First Tellurium’s president and CEO, Tyrone Docherty said in a news release. “As reported last week, we have successfully tested thermoelectric modules that can extend the range of high payload drones powered by combustion engines.”
Transport Canada was praised for its forward-thinking approach, having created a regulatory environment that allows drone technology to flourish. This has opened doors for Canadian companies like PyroDelta, a majority-owned subsidiary of First Tellurium, to contribute cutting-edge solutions to both industrial and defense sectors.
PyroDelta has completed successful R&D and testing of its thermoelectric modules designed to extend the range and efficiency of high-payload drones powered by combustion engines. These modules convert waste heat from drone engines into electricity, reducing weight and improving fuel efficiency. The company is now presenting its technology to manufacturers serving North American defense departments and industrial clients.
“The Canadian Forces would like to capture some of the innovative energy demonstrated by Ukraine,” Dyer said, referencing how the conflict has shifted from artillery to drone-centric warfare. Through the Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) program, the military has issued a series of challenges to domestic drone makers to meet emerging battlefield needs.
Royal Canadian Air Force Lt.-Col. Chris Labbé emphasized the transformation of the “air littoral” — the space between ground level and 1,000 metres — as a new frontier in military operations. He noted a particular interest in mid-sized drones capable of evacuating casualties or resupplying troops in remote areas.
“This is a key reason we are focusing on making these high payload drones more efficient,” PyroDelta’s head engineer, Michael Abdelmaseh addred. “While we can improve the range of smaller drones, we see a much bigger market opportunity with the larger units.”
Following the CBC coverage and PyroDelta’s September 18 announcement of successful testing, First Tellurium has seen increased investor interest, including new requests to exercise warrants and options. CEO Docherty expressed optimism about the company’s trajectory, noting, “We’re very pleased to see the interest and support.”
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First Tellurium stock (CSE:FTEL) last traded at $0.21 and has risen 75.00 per cent since the year began.
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