Hydrogen-powered drones: The first companies are driving the technology forward

Startups are developing hydrogen-powered drones, a technology that could offer various advantages for military use. However, experts and the German armed forces are cautious in their assessment.

16. March 2026
Drohne des ZAL mit Wasserstoff-Tank.
A ZAL drone equipped with a hydrogen tank (Carmen Jaspersen / dpa)

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Last updated: 16. March 2026