ZenaTech Establishes Taiwan Facility for US Defense-Compliant Drone Components.

ZenaTech, a business technology solution provider, has established a new component parts manufacturing facility in Taiwan. The facility, operated by its subsidiary Spider Vision Sensors, will reduce reliance on third-party suppliers and ensure a stable, NDAA-compliant supply chain for its drones destined for US defense agencies and NATO. The 16,000 square foot facility is expected to be operational by year-end 2025.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 02, 2025 – ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) has announced the establishment of a new component parts manufacturing facility in Taiwan, operated by its subsidiary Spider Vision Sensors (SVS). This strategic move aims to reduce reliance on third-party suppliers and ensure a stable, NDAA-compliant supply chain for the company’s drones destined for US defense agencies and NATO allies.

The 16,000 square foot facility, located in Taiwan, will produce critical components such as PCB boards, motors, cameras, and sensors. Taiwan was selected for its position as a leading electrical and technology hub in Asia, providing advanced expertise and infrastructure for high-precision electronics manufacturing. The facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2025 and will employ approximately 30-40 personnel, including a factory manager, technicians, engineers, and R&D staff.

ZenaTech plans to move into the facility by the end of this year and will initiate discussions with machinery suppliers in the upcoming weeks to acquire and install production equipment. The company aims to complete all necessary registrations, safety, and government approvals to ensure full operational readiness.

The new Taiwan facility will support the ramp-up in production for ZenaDrone’s drone models, including the ZenaDrone 1000, IQ Square, and IQ Nano. Components produced in Taiwan will be assembled into drones at ZenaDrone’s facilities in Arizona and Sharjah, UAE, maintaining high-quality standards and end-to-end operational control.

ZenaTech’s CEO, Shaun Passley, Ph.D., stated, "Establishing a new Taiwan component manufacturing facility marks a pivotal milestone in advancing our mission to deliver vertically integrated, NDAA-compliant drone technologies at scale. By expanding Spider Vision Sensor’s production capacity, we are increasing our capability to have ZenaDrone’s drones meet the most rigorous defense standards, including Green and Blue UAS certifications. This investment also positions us to respond rapidly to rising demand from the US Defense Department and NATO allies, while enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening supply chain resilience, and cementing our leadership in drone innovation."

The new facility will not only support compliance with US and NATO standards but also ensure that components meet those rigorous quality and security requirements. This strategic expansion aims to strengthen ZenaTech's defense supply chain and manufacturing capabilities, positioning the company for increased US/NATO drone contracts.

References:
[1] https://www.marketscreener.com/news/zenatecha-s-spider-vision-sensors-expands-drone-component-manufacturing-capabilities-enabling-compl-ce7c50dfd081f324
[2] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/ZENA/zena-tech-s-spider-vision-sensors-expands-drone-component-dxnozui363cf.html