U.S.-based thermal imaging and infrared camera systems maker FLIR Systems Inc. has completed the acquisition of Canadian unmanned aerial vehicles manufacturer Aeryon Labs Inc.

Under the deal, FLIR Systems paid $200 million for Aeryon Labs.

With the acquisition, FLIR Systems strengthens its long-term strategy of moving beyond sensors and proposing the development of complete solutions that can save lives and livelihoods.

As part of the deal, Aeryon Labs is now part of FLIR's Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions for Public Service and Defense sectors.