Drones are revolutionizing air freight, reshaping how goods are transported, particularly in remote regions. With the support of EU-funded research, Europe’s first full-scale cargo drone airline has been launched, offering the potential to make air freight cheaper and more accessible. However, ensuring proper tracking and safety measures will be essential as this technology takes off.
Rotor Technologies, a leading innovator in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), has recently introduced a groundbreaking agricultural drone that is reshaping the landscape of precision farming. The Sprayhawk, as it is named, represents the pinnacle of agricultural UAV design, boasting an enormous 110-gallon (approximately 416.3 liters) capacity, positioning it as the largest agricultural drone available globally.
Skyports, a pioneering British drone manufacturer, is gearing up to launch Europe’s first air taxis in 2026. After securing a substantial $110 million in funding, the company is poised to revolutionize urban transportation with its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Skyports has already demonstrated the potential of eVTOLs through successful transport and surveillance tests. This significant financial boost brings the concept of commercial air taxis closer to becoming a reality for passenger transport.
Around the world, food chains, restaurants and household goods retailers are largely trying to figure out how to make their logistics processes faster and more economical by using drones. But a recent UK news story shows that drone delivery has potential in other areas too.