XTEND Reality Opens U.S. Headquarters and Drone Facility in Tampa

Jul 2, 2025
XTEND Reality Inc. has opened its new U.S. headquarters and drone production facility in Tampa, Florida, enhancing domestic drone production capabilities.

XTEND Reality Inc. has officially opened its new U.S. headquarters and drone production facility in Tampa, Florida, announced in a press release. This new facility aims to bolster America's domestic drone production capacity, supporting critical U.S. defense missions and reducing reliance on foreign technologies.

The ribbon-cutting event was attended by federal, state, and local leaders, as well as military personnel, marking a significant milestone in advancing American drone capabilities. The facility will manufacture and integrate XTEND's advanced drone systems, focusing initially on Group 1 drones for the U.S. Department of Defense, with plans to expand production to other critical drone components.

XTEND's CEO and Co-founder, Aviv Shapira, emphasized the company's commitment to delivering advanced, mission-ready systems to its customers. The establishment of the U.S. headquarters in Tampa is expected to generate numerous high-tech jobs and contribute to Florida's role as a hub for aerospace and defense systems manufacturing.

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