What's happening: Embention lands spot on Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Spain
Embention, a developer of UAV autopilots and high‑reliability avionics, was named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Spain, highlighting four years of strong revenue growth. The company’s avionics for UAVs and eVTOL platforms are certified to DO‑160, DO‑178C and DO‑254 standards. Embention also announced the opening of a U.S. headquarters to expand its Veronte Ecosystem.
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Embention, a developer of UAV autopilots and high‑reliability avionics, has been named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Spain, recognizing four years of strong revenue growth. The accolade underscores the company’s certified avionics for UAVs and eVTOL platforms, built to DO‑160,...

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