New funding from Lightspeed and gradCapital supports Airbound's mission to transform last-mile delivery through cost-effective, efficient drones. Drone technology startup Airbound has raised $1.7 million in a seed round led by venture capital firm Lightspeed, with additional backing from gradCapital. This funding will help Airbound further develop its innovative TRT delivery … [Read more...] about Airbound Secures $1.7 Million Seed Funding to Drive Economical Drone Delivery Solutions
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Matternet and ANRA Technologies Collaborate to Scale Urban Drone Delivery Networks
Partnership Focuses on Safe and Efficient UTM Integration for BVLOS Operations Matternet, known for its urban drone delivery services, has entered a strategic partnership with ANRA Technologies to enhance airspace management for its drone networks. This partnership aims to support Matternet's recent expansion of home delivery services and enable safe Beyond Visual Line of … [Read more...] about Matternet and ANRA Technologies Collaborate to Scale Urban Drone Delivery Networks
Wing’s Drone Deliveries Bring New Speed to NHS Blood Sample Transport in London
Partnership with Apian and NHS Trust Enhances Patient Care through Efficient Drone Logistics Wing, in collaboration with Apian and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, has launched a drone delivery service to transport blood samples in London. The service, now active between Guy’s Hospital and St Thomas' Hospital, aims to improve care for patients undergoing surgery who … [Read more...] about Wing’s Drone Deliveries Bring New Speed to NHS Blood Sample Transport in London
SkyDrive Partners with FEAM Aero to Bring eVTOL Maintenance Infrastructure to the US
New collaboration combines SkyDrive's eVTOL expertise with FEAM Aero's extensive line maintenance network, paving the way for regional air mobility integration across U.S. aviation systems. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Japanese eVTOL developer Skydrive recently announced a new strategic partnership with F&E Aircraft Maintenance (Miami), LLC to provide a … [Read more...] about SkyDrive Partners with FEAM Aero to Bring eVTOL Maintenance Infrastructure to the US
DEXA Expands Drone Delivery with New FAA BVLOS Waiver
FAA Waiver Allows DEXA to Extend Drone Delivery Reach and Efficiency DEXA (Drone Express) has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to streamline last-mile logistics through autonomous drone deliveries. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted DEXA a Part 107 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver for operations in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about DEXA Expands Drone Delivery with New FAA BVLOS Waiver