INCHEON, South Korea - Pablo Air, a South Korean drone technology company specializing in autonomous swarm control, have announced its merger with defense components manufacturer Volk. This integration makes Pablo Air capable of combining advanced swarm intelligence with defense-certified mass production.
Founded in 1983, Volk manufactures control systems, drive units, and military-grade actuator equipment for South Korea's armed forces.
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.
Kim Young-Joon, CEO of Pablo Air, said,"This merger allows us to pair advanced swarm intelligence with proven defense manufacturing expertise. 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.
