• Valeo entered a partnership with defense technology firm Harmattan AI to develop and manufacture an electric drone motor in France.
• The motor is designed to operate without heavy rare earths, aiming to reduce supply-chain risk.
• It will equip Harmattan AI drones for civil and defense uses.
• Production is scheduled to start in early 2027 at a Valeo site in France.

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