{"id":312727,"date":"2026-05-28T18:34:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T18:34:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/312727\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T18:34:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T18:34:17","slug":"eaglenxt-opens-new-hq-and-drone-manufacturing-center-in-north-texas-dallas-innovates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/312727\/","title":{"rendered":"EagleNXT Opens New HQ and Drone Manufacturing Center in\u00a0North\u00a0Texas \u00bb Dallas Innovates"},"content":{"rendered":"

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EagleNXT’s eBee VISION drone [Photo: EagleNXT]<\/p>\n

Drone and sensor manufacturer EagleNXT (NYSE: UAVS<\/a>) has opened its new global headquarters and manufacturing facility, product, and innovation center in Allen.<\/p>\n

In January, EagleNXT announced its relocation<\/a> from Wichita, Kansas, to North Texas. At the time, CEO Bill Irby called the move \u201ca strategic decision to harness the exceptional talent and abundant opportunities available in this economically vibrant part of the country.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Allen facility features EagleNXT\u2019s first-ever U.S. production line for its eBee VISION drone, a fixed-wing surveillance drone that can be deployed in three minutes by a single operator.\u00a0<\/p>\n

During its development, the eBee VISION was tested by special forces in both the U.S. and in Europe, according to EagleNXT. The U.S. Army, the French Army, the Danish Ministry of Defense, and other European forces have taken delivery of the drones, according to multiple reports.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe DFW metroplex, and Allen in particular, presents us with a dynamic ecosystem of skilled professionals in aerospace, technology, product development, and advanced manufacturing,\u201d Irby said in a statement in January. \u201cThis move allows us to tap into a talented workforce that will propel our advancements in drones, sensors, and software, and we\u2019re excited to continuing to grow while calling Texas home.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

A hub for drone assembly, sensor manufacturing, and more<\/p>\n

EagleNXT\u2019s new Allen facility will serve as its North American hub for assembly, research & development, administrative, and marketing functions. The company said it will also produce its full line of MicaSense advanced multispectral sensors in Allen.<\/p>\n

The Allen facility will also house the ThirdEye USA joint venture, which will manufacture next-generation drone-busting counter UAS systems, including the Meduza X, Chimera UL, and Argus Shield.<\/p>\n

Irby thanked Governor Greg Abbott, the state of Texas, and the city of Allen for their \u201cstrong support\u201d in the company\u2019s relocation.<\/p>\n

\u201cTogether, we will drive technological advancement, create high-skilled jobs, and deliver mission-critical solutions that enhance safety and security worldwide,\u201d Irby added in a statement.<\/p>\n

Gov. Abbott said EagleNXT\u2019s move to Allen \u201cpresents an investment in our booming aerospace and high-tech industries and solidifies Texas as the headquarters of headquarters.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a major win for the city of Allen and for North Texas,\u201d Abbott added in a statement. \u201cWe look forward to working with EagleNXT to ensure their advanced manufacturing operations and new corporate headquarters are successful for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

Serving sectors from defense to agriculture and public safety<\/p>\n

EagleNXT\u2019s new Allen facility features \u201cmodern assembly cells,\u201d which provide the space needed to bring the company\u2019s engineering, training, and customer service activities together to support rapid growth and collaboration across defense, agriculture, public safety, and critical infrastructure sectors, the company said.<\/p>\n

The company added that establishing U.S.-based manufacturing will enable more streamlined sales and delivery of its products to both domestic and international customers for defense and commercial applications.<\/p>\n

EagleNXT said its drone systems have achieved multiple industry firsts, including FAA approvals for Operations Over People and Beyond Visual Line of Sight, as well as EASA C2 certification in Europe and inclusion on the U.S. Department of Defense\u2019s Blue UAS list.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s sensors are integrated on more than 150 different drone models and are used in over 100 research publications worldwide, EagleNXT added, reinforcing its leadership in \u201cprecision agriculture, surveying, and environmental sustainability initiatives.\u201d<\/p>\n

EagleNXT originally launched in 2010 as AgEagle, a developer of fixed-wing drones dedicated to precision agriculture. It later grew with its acquisitions of MicaSense and senseFly, a maker of fixed-wing drones used for mapping and surveying.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The company rebranded from AgEagle to EagleNXT in 2025.<\/p>\n

More on the eBee VISION drone<\/p>\n

Designed for surveillance, intelligence, and reconnaissance, the eBee VISION drone delivers live, 4K-resolution video imagery from a distance of up to 12 miles, while offering 32x zoom and thermal observation capabilities, EagleNXT said. Its sensor payloads are designed to detect, track, and geo-locate objects in both day and night conditions. The drone offers up to 90 minutes of flight time, weighs less than 3.5 pounds, and can be carried in a backpack\u2014\u201dproviding optimal mobility for military troops in tactical environments.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

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