Fugro RAMMS, the world’s smallest and lightest ‘deepwater’ airborne lidar bathymetry (ALB) system, can now be deployed from vessels of opportunity using a Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 uncrewed aerial system (UAS). Continue reading
Category Archives: Non-Military & Commercial UAS
DHL Abandons Parcelcopter Delivery Drone Project
DHL was the first parcel service provider in the world to directly integrate a parcelcopter logistically into its delivery chain but has reportedly discontinued the Parcelcopter project. In response to a question from WELT AM SONNTAG, DHL spokesman Alexander Edenhofer said: ” We are not continuing the parcel copter project .” Continue reading
US Navy Plans Drone Delivery for Essential Parts at Sea
The US Navy has demonstrated that small drones could take the place of manned platforms in delivering critical spare parts, most of which weigh less than a large bag of dog food, between ships at sea. Continue reading
Korean Company Expands US Drone Delivery Business
PABLO AIR, a South Korean company specializing in drone logistics solutions and delivery services and a member of Born2Global Centre, has collaborated with local American companies to expand its business in drone delivery in the United States. Continue reading
Wingtra Launches WingtraOne GEN II
Wingtra has launched WingtraOne GEN II—a next-generation VTOL drone with an oblique payload and advanced reliability algorithms. Continue reading
Swoop Aero Unveils Kite UAV
Swoop Aero is launching its most advanced aircraft – the Kite. But it is only one cog that makes the wheel turn in the advanced technology platform, which provides the full technology stack, including hardware, software, and supporting infrastructure, real-time tracking, supply chain data, capture, and analytics are provided within an integrated technology platform. Continue reading
SkyStar 180 Tactical Aerostat Systems Deployed at Tokyo Olympic Games
RT– a designer, developer and manufacturer of the family of SkyStar aerostat systems – has announced the use of its SkyStar 180 tactical aerostat systems for the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the local Police being the ultimate user. Continue reading
Amazon’s Drone Delivery Dream Evaporates
Amazon has triggered mass redundancies and transfers as it winds down a huge part of its UK drone delivery business. Continue reading