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Congratulations to the DroneUp team for this significant achievement. With 500 deliveries per day x $5 max per delivery = $2,500 per day. Definitely need a much higher volume to make it profitable considering the cost of the regulatory approval, manpower, infrastructure, drones & batteries. What does it take for the last mile drone delivery to be profitable? Will the FAA approve 1 pilot for multiple drone operations? Will BVLOS approval become easier? Will the drone platform cost less? Will the battery last longer with a higher life cycle?

🚀📦blueflite and DroneUp recently forged a strategic alliance to elevate #LastMileDroneDelivery. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the evolution of #DroneDelivery services, especially in the #US, with the partnership focusing on enhancing efficiency, safety, and reliability. 🌐 Key Highlights: 1. Strategic Partnership: Months of joint efforts culminate in a partnership to enhance last-mile delivery through DroneUp’s innovative #DroneAutonomousEcosystem. 2. Technological Synergy: Blueflite’s advanced drones, featuring internal package storage and high-speed capabilities, are set to integrate seamlessly within DroneUp's ecosystem, promising deliveries within a 15-mile radius of partnered vendors. 3. Phased Rollout: Plans are in place for a phased deployment in selected markets throughout 2024. 🗣️ Leaders' Insights: Frank Noppel, CEO of #Blueflite: "Our alliance with DroneUp heralds a transformative era for last-mile delivery, where efficiency and accessibility set new industry standards." John Vernon, CTO of #DroneUp: "Choosing Blueflite as our partner was a nod to their innovation and technological prowess, aligning perfectly with our vision for the future of drone delivery." 🔍 The Global Context: As the drone delivery sector witnesses rapid growth and adoption, experts anticipate a market consolidation, forecasting a few key players to emerge as global champions, with #DroneUp, Manna Drone Delivery, Google's Wing, Amazon Prime Air, WINGCOPTER and Zipline leading the charge in their respective niches. https://lnkd.in/ecQpmjTY #AdvancedAirMobility #AAM #UrbanAirMobility #UAM #InnovativeAirMobility #IAM #AutonomousLogistics #Innovation #BluefliteDroneUp #LastMileSolution #LastMileLogistics

Some consumers may still be skeptical about drone deliveries, but the tech is proving to be much more than just a sci-fi curiosity. In this exclusive Q&A with a top exec at Alphabet’s Wing, Shannon Nash shares how drones’ speed and efficiency are setting the stage for a major scale-up. #lastmiledelivery #dronetechnology #omnichannelretail

It is no secret that successful proof of concepts are challenging to scale. The fifth panel of day two at Aerial Cities 2024 will discuss the challenges of operations and manufacturing at scale. Selected companies share their journey to the holy grail of sustainable, scalable business. James McClearen is the CTO and President of blueflite, a company that solves challenges in the logistics industry. Blueflite offers a unique platform featuring a delivery drone, enabling significantly faster deliveries at a much lower cost than conventional transport. The blueflite logistics solution allows for integration into an all-automated supply chain for large-scale, high-speed deliveries. Susan Roberts is an aviation executive specialising in disruption and innovation to pursue new business strategies and models. Susan is the Vice President at American Robotics Inc. and is passionate about challenging the assumptions that prevent the adoption of a new way of life enabled by new technologies, including robotics, artificial intelligence, and smart interoperability. For over 30 years, Philip Butterworth-Hayes of Unmanned Publications Ltd has specialised in delivering highly complex technical and industrial aerospace information and advice to many government and industry clients. His background includes posts as the director of communications and strategy at the Civil Aviation Navigation Organization (CANSO) in Amsterdam, the launch editor of the European Defence Agency’s European Defence Matter, and many more. Josh Ogden is the CEO and Co-founder of AVSS | Drone Parachute Recovery Systems & Guided Delivery Systems. He is responsible for leading the company's long-term vision and assisting the engineering team with building products that meet current and future regulatory needs. Josh is an active member of the drone industry. He is the Technical Lead on the ASTM F3322 parachute recovery system standard and is a member of the British Standards Institution advisory group for drone regulations. Manoel R. Coelho, visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Speedbird Aero, boasts over two decades of dynamic business leadership and a history of guiding start-ups with groundbreaking technologies. A Thunderbird School of Global Management honours graduate, Coelho seamlessly integrates technological innovation with international business strategies. To see our full program for this year’s event, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dgYsKgE2 #AerialCities #UrbanAirMobility #LondonEvents #Profit #DroneIndustry #London #Speakers #Concepts #Scaling #Manufacturing #Scale

DroneUp, a leading U.S. drone delivery company, has announced a strategic partnership with blueflite, a cutting-edge drone technology firm. This collaboration aims to revolutionize last-mile drone deliveries by providing advanced, fast, safe, and reliable services. The partnership follows months of joint collaboration and aligns with DroneUp's recent unveiling of its innovative Drone Autonomous Ecosystem, set to transform the delivery industry. Blueflite's advanced drone capabilities, including internal package storage and high-speed flight, make it an ideal fit for DroneUp's ecosystem, ensuring efficient deliveries within a 15-mile radius of partnered vendors. John Vernon, CTO of DroneUp, highlighted Blueflite's innovation capabilities and technological excellence, emphasizing the alignment of visions between the two companies. Frank Noppel, CEO of Blueflite, emphasized the collaborative effort's goal of making drone delivery technology more accessible and efficient, setting new industry standards in the process. As DroneUp plans a phased rollout of the Ecosystem in select markets in 2024, Blueflite is prepared to support this pioneering venture, aiming to deliver transformative solutions that benefit businesses and consumers worldwide. This partnership comes at a time when drone delivery is gaining traction across America, with retailers, QSRs, and c‑stores seeking innovative ways to provide cost-effective delivery solutions to consumers. Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking collaboration and its impact on the future of last-mile drone deliveries. For further insights, read the full article on our blog. #AvfoilNews #DroneUp #Blueflite #DroneDelivery #LastMileDelivery #DroneTechnology #AutonomousEcosystem #Innovation #Collaboration #JohnVernon #FrankNoppel #AviationTechnology #AviationIndustry #AvfoilBlog

Project teams and site managers want insights on their jobsites - not to spend time flying drones. That is why I am so excited that automated #realitycapture is finally broadly accessible! Accurate surveys of your worksite delivered daily (or better 👀) will turbocharge the quality and amount of intelligence available to construction and industrial teams. This advancement frees the experts who trust in DroneDeploy to spend less time managing technology and more time doing what they do best ➡️ building exceptional projects. With the release of the DJI Dock 2 this week, DroneDeploy is proud to launch Dock Automation – the most simple, accurate and secure way to automate your dock. Using DroneDeploy with the Dock 2 lets you plan, fly, capture, upload, process and analyze your site data all in one click – all in the same fully automated, AI-powered platform. With the Dock 2 + DroneDeploy you can expect: → One-click flight → High accuracy, by default → 10X data with 10% less effort → Preemptive security with DroneDeploy’s Dock Shield If you do two things today: 1 – learn more about Dock Automation (and book a demo if you have more questions) at our awesome new webpage: //lnkd.in/geg5Qd7B 2 – sign up for our live launch event to hear about all this and more from DroneDeploy leadership: https://lnkd.in/g264cHRX #dock2 #djidock2 #automation #dronemapping

Romania-based ELSA Industry and Austrian company Villinger R&D have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on developing advanced cargo drones. This strategic partnership aims to leverage both companies' expertise to enhance the field of autonomous aerial logistics. The joint effort will focus on integrating ice protection and lightning protection systems into ELSA's VTOL cargo drone. This modular, remotely operated, battery-electric powered drone, constructed from composites with folding wings, is designed for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. The drone platform also includes interchangeable powertrain options, such as battery-electric, turbo-electric, and hydrogen-electric systems. Katrin Mayrhofer, COO and co-founder of ELSA Industry, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration: "Villinger is a renowned engineering firm that has been serving the aviation industry for over 30 years, focusing on superior ice protection, lightning protection, and heating systems. Their expertise will be invaluable as we advance our cargo drone technology." Markus Villinger, CEO of Villinger, echoed this sentiment: "This partnership aligns with our vision of enabling large-scale implementation of autonomous cargo drones. By addressing existing challenges and leveraging the latest advancements in AI and autonomous systems, we believe we can unlock the full potential of this technology to transform logistics and distribution networks." The MOU establishes a framework for the parties to collaborate while maintaining the flexibility to engage with other entities as needed. A standout feature of ELSA's VTOL cargo drone is its ability to operate in power generator mode, providing a rapid power source during disasters. It can land on rough terrain and produce up to 90 kW of electricity, with varying production times depending on the energy module used: 45 minutes for batteries, 7.3 hours for kerosene, and 6.1 hours for hydrogen. Cristinel Patrascu, co-founder and CEO of ELSA, highlighted the potential of this partnership: "We are excited to partner with Villinger to push the boundaries of cargo drone technology. By combining our strengths, we aim to provide a revolutionary solution for merchandise transportation, improving mobility with safe, sustainable, and cost-competitive electric air services." Read the article on our blog! https://lnkd.in/gP_i5u93 #AvfoilNews #ELSAIndustry #Villinger #CargoDrones #AutonomousLogistics #ElectricAviation #Innovation #Sustainability #AerialMobility #TechCollaboration #FutureOfTransport

🚀 Be Part of the Future of Logistics: Drone Delivery 🚀 Imagine a world where drones are at the heart of our supply chains—delivering goods faster, smarter, and more efficiently. This isn’t just the future; it’s happening now, and I’m excited to invite you to be part of the conversation! Dive into this fascinating research on drone delivery in logistics and supply chain management. Your insights and expertise could shape the next big innovation in our industry. Join the discussion, share your thoughts, and let’s explore how we can drive this revolution together! Check out this research by Michael Tetteh Ofoe-Osabutey here: https://lnkd.in/d87VUJk9 #Logistics #SupplyChain #DroneDelivery #Innovation #FutureOfLogistics

📣Good morning and happy Monday!📣 Exciting news from Fling.AI! Our latest article “How a Fling.AI drone can save your business” delves into the transformative impact of our drone technology on businesses. 🌐✨ 🔗Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gbJCxPsM In today's fast-paced world, efficiency is the key to success, especially in the logistics industry, this is why we would like to share with you how our innovative drone solutions can revolutionize the way businesses operate.🔧📦 Together, let's soar to new heights! 🚁💨 Let us know what you think below.💬 #logisticsinnovation #warehousemanagement #dronetechnology #aisolutions #supplychainrevolution #efficiency #dronesforbusiness

In today's rapidly evolving construction industry, stakeholders are constantly seeking innovative solutions to enhance project efficiency, safety, and overall success. One such solution that has emerged as a game-changer is drone technology. We addressed four areas of concern where and why stakeholders should prioritize incorporating drone technology into their next construction projects By harnessing the power of drones, stakeholders are setting their projects up for long-term success in today's competitive construction landscape. We’re all about future-proofing our clients projects one drone at a time. Do you know any other future-proofing tactics for construction professionals? Share with us in the comments #DroneMapping #Construction #DroneTechnology #SitePlanning #management