Prevail Partners at DSEI 2025: Showcasing Innovation and Collaboration in Defence 

The Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025, taking place from 9–12 September at ExCeL London, is set to be the world’s premier gathering for the global defence and security community.

As one of the industry’s most influential biennial exhibitions, DSEI provides a platform where thousands of key decision-makers, including senior military officials, government representatives, procurement specialists, defence executives and manufacturers, convene to shape the future of security and defence.

 

Introducing the Prevail Partners & Skyeton Joint Venture: Revolutionising Aerial Intelligence

This year marks an exciting new chapter for Prevail Partners as we join forces with Ukrainian UAV leader Skyeton in a new joint venture.

This strategic alliance leverages Skyeton’s 18+ years of unmanned systems expertise, over 1,000 UASs built and 350,000+ operational hours, with Prevail’s British operational and intelligence experience, to deliver battle-proven technology directly to the UK and NATO allies.

 

Raybird UAV: Built for Real-World Impact 

The spotlight will shine on the Raybird, an advanced unmanned aerial vehicle designed for demanding missions across the defence and security spectrum. Attendees at DSEI will have the opportunity to experience firsthand how Raybird is poised to redefine standards for endurance, survivability, and flexibility: 

  • Exceptional Endurance: 18–30 hours of flight time and an impressive range of 2,500km, supporting long-range deep battlespace operations. 
  • Versatile Payload Capacity: Raybird is designed for quick payload swaps in under a minute, ideal for video, photography, or search-and-rescue (SAR) operations. It features advanced sensors with optical technology (30x zoom by day, 15x by night, and laser measurement), radar, and electronic warfare systems—ready for diverse missions. 
  • High-Altitude Capability: Maximum altitude of 10,000m (electric) or 5,500m (EFI gasoline engine). 
  • Battlefield-Proven Reliability: Conducts 80–90 missions per aircraft in hostile environments, seamlessly integrated with UK MoD logistics. 
  • Built for All Weather Conditions: The system performs flawlessly in snow, rain, wind, and dust. It launches from any surface and completes missions where others fail, staying operational even under electronic warfare or without GPS. 
  • Rapid Deployment: Ready to fly in under 25 minutes, no tools required. Fully automated takeoff and landing—no runway needed optimising launches in challenging situations.  

Raybird’s open architecture makes it adaptable for bespoke mission requirements; from maritime surveillance and border monitoring to rapid response and ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) support for joint allied operations. 

Learn more about Raybird by Skyeton Prevail Solutions. 

 

Why This Collaboration Matters

Aligned with the recent UK – Ukraine 100-Year Partnership Agreement, this venture offers a credible, immediate capability that directly supports the UK’s strategic ambitions and operational priorities as outlined in the Strategic Defence Review.

It represents a significant boost to the UK’s defence industrial base, with initial ambition of creating more than 160 highly-skilled jobs, establishing a UK-based UAV manufacturing and innovation hub, and supporting defence modernisation priorities with a cost-effective, scalable platform.

Together, Prevail Partners and Skyeton are positioned to make the UK a leader in next-generation unmanned systems on the global stage.

  • Strengthens UK-Ukraine defence ties through the 100-year partnership agreement.
  • Delivers battlefield-proven technology to the UK and NATO allies.
  • Creates jobs and builds new industrial capacity in the UK.
  • Supports UK defence modernisation with scalable and cost-effective solutions.
  • Expands global export potential by positioning the UK as a centre for next-generation UAV technology.

Beyond its defence applications, this partnership opens commercial opportunities for industries such as agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, and emergency response, offering scalable, cost-effective unmanned solutions.

Discover more about the Raybird and its advanced aerial intelligence solutions for businesses by clicking here.

 

Experience the Future of Defence at DSEI 2025 

Register today for DSEI 2025 to gain exclusive access to the global epicentre of defence innovation, and be sure to visit the Prevail Partners stand S16 -210 to discover more about the Raybird.

 

At Prevail Partners, we specialise in advancing defence, security, and intelligence capabilities. Our services are powered by intelligence. Every decision we make and every action we take is guided by insightful, data-driven strategies designed to deliver meaningful results. Prevail Partners assembles expert teams, utilising open-source intelligence and state-of-the-art technology for tailored solutions. 

We welcome you to schedule a one-on-one appointment with our experts to discuss your specific security and defence challenges – schedule a dedicated meeting with our team during DSEI.