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Fire breaks out at Polish manufacturer supplying drones to Ukraine
The Kyiv Independent • • world
Key Points:
- A fire broke out early on August 31 at the WB Electronics factory in Skarzysko-Kamienna, Poland, which produces drone components, and was controlled within two hours with no injuries reported.
- WB Electronics is a key defense manufacturer supplying drones to both Polish and Ukrainian militaries, with the affected plant specializing in drone pump production.
- Polish police and the Internal Security Agency are investigating the incident, considering arson as a possible cause but cautioning against unverified claims.
- Surveillance footage reportedly shows an unidentified person entering the facility before the fire, and an intrusion alarm was triggered shortly after the blaze began.
- WB Electronics is a founding member of the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance, aimed at enhancing joint security and advancing drone and counter-drone technologies.
