Rocket One to Acquire Tracer Drone Technologies

The transaction involves the purchase of 100 percent of Tracer, which will transition into a wholly owned subsidiary of the Hoboken-based technology firm. By absorbing Tracer’s existing infrastructure, Rocket One gains a direct pipeline to first-responder drone programs, thermal imaging systems, and FAA Part 107 training services. This move is designed to provide a practical foundation for deploying the company’s proprietary Swarm Stage AI and future counter-UAS offerings.

Robb Knie, Chief Executive Officer of Rocket One, stated that the acquisition bridges the gap between high-level innovation and field-ready deployment. The integration combines Tracer’s established maintenance and repair services with Rocket One’s broader portfolio in space and defense computing. The agreement, signed on September 18, remains subject to customary closing conditions before the companies fully merge operations.