The Ukrainian company Fire Point has achieved nearly complete localization of the production of engine parts for its long-range strike drones FP-1 and FP-2. The company’s technical director, Iryna Terekh, emphasized that the enterprise is developing its own competencies and expanding its production capabilities, striving to independently supply critical elements of its products as much as possible.
This is reported by Business • Media
Nearly Complete Localization of Components
At the initial stage, Fire Point relied entirely on imported engines for its drones; however, the company later realized that dependence on imports limited production rates and development. This prompted the implementation of its own engine manufacturing cycle. Currently, out of 82 engine components for long-range drones, 80, or over 97.5%, are produced directly at Fire Point. The company has fully mastered the production cycle of these parts.
Scaling Production and Competitiveness
According to Iryna Terekh, Fire Point produces over 200 long-range drones daily, and this number is expected to grow. The cost of one FP-1 is $58,000, which is significantly lower than the price of Russian Shahed-type drones. In addition to drones, the company also manufactures “Flamingo” cruise missiles and is preparing for further expansion of its production capacities.
“We are heavily reliant on partner assistance for funding. However, regarding competencies and equipment, we strive to do as much as possible independently,” she noted.