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South Korean Drone Startup PABLO AIR Completes an M&A Transaction with VOLK
- One of Asia’s few drone companies combining AI swarm intelligence (AI enabling multiple drones to coordinate and operate collectively) and proven manufacturing capability
- Positioned to participate in U.S. DoD, NATO, and allied defense procurement programs
Products & Services
Ulsan-class Batch-III (FFX-III) Combat System Cabinet
PABLO AIR
This system processes threat information across air, surface, and underwater domains, while providing video distribution, recording, and storage functions. It also interfaces with external equipment to enable efficient, fleet-wide operational control.
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Equipped with a liquid-cooling system to protect internal components
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Equipped with a liquid-cooling system to protect internal components
PabloM S10s
PABLO AIR
The S10s, the first model of the PabloM series, is a loitering munition designed for strike missions. Leveraging mesh communication and AI-enabled swarm flight, it can execute both simultaneous and sequential self-destructive strikes against targets, effectively neutralizing diverse “anti-drone” systems. The S10s launches autonomously from a dedicated platform and can sustain flight for over 30 minutes, enabling wide-area operational coverage. When engaging a target, it performs a steep dive of up to 45 degrees at speeds reaching 150 km/h, ensuring rapid and precise impact. Built from lightweight foam-board materials, the S10s is optimized for fast, large-scale production during operations. Furthermore, its modular open-architecture design, aligned with the K-MOSA concept, allows mission payloads to be quickly swapped and integrated, delivering exceptional flexibility and interoperability in real combat environments.
Ulsan-class Batch-III (FFX-III) Combat System Multi-Function Console
PABLO AIR
A user interface (UI) device that integrates and controls various shipborne sensors and weapon systems, while presenting processed tactical information in a format easily recognized by operators.
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Ergonomically designed for operator efficiency
- Operator control panel made of CFRP for lightweight construction and enhanced durability
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Ergonomically designed for operator efficiency
- Operator control panel made of CFRP for lightweight construction and enhanced durability
PabloS InspecX
PABLO AIR
InspecX is a next-generation autonomous swarm inspection system for aircraft. It is addressing challenges in the $100B global aviation maintenance market. Airlines face a shortage of certified technicians, with Boeing projecting demand for over 700,000 by 2044. Aircraft-on-ground (AOG) incidents cost $10,000–$150,000 per hour, making downtime reduction critical.
InspecX uses swarm coordination and LiDAR-based SLAM to perform safe inspections in GNSS-denied or indoor environments. It reduces required technicians from 9 to 3 and inspection time from 10 hours to 3, achieving over 50% cost savings for large aircraft.
Beyond efficiency, InspecX helps airlines avoid AOG losses, accelerates maintenance cycles, and improves airworthiness. By maximizing fleet readiness and ensuring reliable operations, it provides a scalable, future-proof solution. InspecX is positioned to become the new global standard for aviation safety and maintenance in the era of intelligent mobility.
InspecX uses swarm coordination and LiDAR-based SLAM to perform safe inspections in GNSS-denied or indoor environments. It reduces required technicians from 9 to 3 and inspection time from 10 hours to 3, achieving over 50% cost savings for large aircraft.
Beyond efficiency, InspecX helps airlines avoid AOG losses, accelerates maintenance cycles, and improves airworthiness. By maximizing fleet readiness and ensuring reliable operations, it provides a scalable, future-proof solution. InspecX is positioned to become the new global standard for aviation safety and maintenance in the era of intelligent mobility.
KSS-III Batch-I/II Combat System Navigation Console (ECDIS)
PABLO AIR
A device that integrates and displays comprehensive navigation information for submarines, enabling operators to control various navigation sensors and systems while supporting mission execution.
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Mechanically engineered design for improved maintainability
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Mechanically engineered design for improved maintainability
GCS
PABLO AIR
The GCS is an all-in-one portable Ground Control System designed to command swarm UAVs in diverse field environments such as military operations or outdoor performance venues. Depending on the operator’s mission environment and purpose, three type options are offered: HardCase, Shelter, and Tablet.
The HardCase GCS is optimized for outdoor operations, featuring a 1,000 cd/m² high-brightness touch monitor with anti-glare and anti-fingerprint (AG + AF) coatings for enhanced usability. Dual monitors are equipped as standard for multi-UAV control, with the option to expand to additional displays. It integrates a high-capacity internal battery, 220 VAC power output, real-time system monitoring, and an automatic cooling system, enabling stable operation without additional setup in any environment. Furthermore, multiple interface ports—including USB, USB-C, and HDMI—provide broad compatibility with diverse devices.
The HardCase GCS is optimized for outdoor operations, featuring a 1,000 cd/m² high-brightness touch monitor with anti-glare and anti-fingerprint (AG + AF) coatings for enhanced usability. Dual monitors are equipped as standard for multi-UAV control, with the option to expand to additional displays. It integrates a high-capacity internal battery, 220 VAC power output, real-time system monitoring, and an automatic cooling system, enabling stable operation without additional setup in any environment. Furthermore, multiple interface ports—including USB, USB-C, and HDMI—provide broad compatibility with diverse devices.
L-ORAS
PABLO AIR
L-ORAS (Low-Altitude Flight Operations Risk Assessment System) is the world’s first fully integrated software platform redefining flight safety for low-altitude UAVs. Designed for commercial operators, regulators, and defense users, it leverages advanced automation to simplify evaluations and deliver unmatched speed and reliability.
Traditional UAV risk assessments are slow, fragmented, overly reliant on limited expertise, causing delays, administrative burdens, and safety blind spots. Competing tools fail to unify international standards or provide end-to-end compliance, leaving approval gaps.
L-ORAS introduces breakthrough innovation by seamlessly incorporating both SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) by EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and SRM (Safety Risk Management) by FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). The platform automates risk classification, generates comprehensive assessment portfolios, and consolidates operational data—enabling high-confidence approvals, insurance optimization, and safety oversight.
Looking ahead, L-ORAS will emerge as a global standard-bearer, driving UAV innovation and becoming the leader in safe, scalable, trusted unmanned flight operations.
Traditional UAV risk assessments are slow, fragmented, overly reliant on limited expertise, causing delays, administrative burdens, and safety blind spots. Competing tools fail to unify international standards or provide end-to-end compliance, leaving approval gaps.
L-ORAS introduces breakthrough innovation by seamlessly incorporating both SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) by EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and SRM (Safety Risk Management) by FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). The platform automates risk classification, generates comprehensive assessment portfolios, and consolidates operational data—enabling high-confidence approvals, insurance optimization, and safety oversight.
Looking ahead, L-ORAS will emerge as a global standard-bearer, driving UAV innovation and becoming the leader in safe, scalable, trusted unmanned flight operations.
KDDX Combat System Cabinet
PABLO AIR
An indigenous combat system to be installed on the next-generation Korean Destroyer (KDDX), developed as a localized alternative to the Aegis Combat System. It is a fully integrated software and hardware suite that controls all assets—including power systems, sensors, and weapons—to conduct naval operations.
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Incorporates connector assemblies to enhance maintainability
- Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards (shock, vibration, temperature/humidity, EMI/EMC)
- Incorporates connector assemblies to enhance maintainability
PabloM R10s
PABLO AIR
The R10s is a reconnaissance and surveillance drone capable of conducting up to two hours of mission flight, transmitting real-time information such as target location and scale to the ground control system. Based on the company’s innovative vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) platform “Bluebird,” the R10s is equipped with EO/IR optical sensors and a laser range finder for advanced target detection. Upon receiving mission orders, the R10s takes off vertically, transitions to fixed-wing flight, and proceeds to the designated area. Its onboard cameras and sensors identify and track targets, relaying precise coordinates to the ground control system. With modular wing replacement, the R10s can be configured for extended endurance of around two hours or for high-speed maneuverability, ensuring optimal adaptability and mission effectiveness across diverse operational scenarios.
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PABLO AIR, a South Korean drone technology company specializing in autonomous swarm control, today announced its merger with defense components manufacturer VOLK. This integration makes PABLO AIR one of the few companies in Asia capable of combining advanced swarm intelligence with defense-certified mass production.
The merger, approved by shareholders on August 22 and expected to close on September 27, represents a pivotal step in PABLO AIR’s expansion from drone delivery and aerial performance markets into the global defense and unmanned systems sector, valued at $30 billion annually and projected to surpass $80 billion by 2030.
Founded in 1983, VOLK manufactures control systems, drive units, and military-grade actuator equipment for South Korea’s armed forces. The company generated $24 million in revenue in 2024 (up 11% year-on-year) and projects $29 million in 2025. With decades of turnkey production experience, VOLK brings a strong foundation of certified defense manufacturing to the merged company.
By integrating this expertise with its AI-driven swarm coordination technology, PABLO AIR will accelerate production of its PabloM defense drone line, which includes loitering munitions, reconnaissance drones, and multi-purpose inspection systems.
“This merger allows us to pair advanced swarm intelligence with proven defense manufacturing expertise,” said Kim Young-Joon, CEO of PABLO AIR. “It gives us the innovation and production scale required to compete with leading U.S. and European drone makers and to meet the essential requirements of global defense contracts.”
Earlier this year, PABLO AIR achieved Level 4 Swarm — where multiple drones are connected in real time to share sensor data, make AI-driven collective decisions, and coordinate missions with minimal human control. This capability was proven in live military exercises with the Korean Army and later showcased at the Air Force’s Weapons Systems Development Conference, marking a milestone comparable to DARPA and NATO research programs.
The merger, approved by shareholders on August 22 and expected to close on September 27, represents a pivotal step in PABLO AIR’s expansion from drone delivery and aerial performance markets into the global defense and unmanned systems sector, valued at $30 billion annually and projected to surpass $80 billion by 2030.
Founded in 1983, VOLK manufactures control systems, drive units, and military-grade actuator equipment for South Korea’s armed forces. The company generated $24 million in revenue in 2024 (up 11% year-on-year) and projects $29 million in 2025. With decades of turnkey production experience, VOLK brings a strong foundation of certified defense manufacturing to the merged company.
By integrating this expertise with its AI-driven swarm coordination technology, PABLO AIR will accelerate production of its PabloM defense drone line, which includes loitering munitions, reconnaissance drones, and multi-purpose inspection systems.
“This merger allows us to pair advanced swarm intelligence with proven defense manufacturing expertise,” said Kim Young-Joon, CEO of PABLO AIR. “It gives us the innovation and production scale required to compete with leading U.S. and European drone makers and to meet the essential requirements of global defense contracts.”
Earlier this year, PABLO AIR achieved Level 4 Swarm — where multiple drones are connected in real time to share sensor data, make AI-driven collective decisions, and coordinate missions with minimal human control. This capability was proven in live military exercises with the Korean Army and later showcased at the Air Force’s Weapons Systems Development Conference, marking a milestone comparable to DARPA and NATO research programs.
