The integrated stack pairs LiveU's bonded, low-latency video transport with Airwise fleet management, airspace awareness and video distribution in one validated workflow for public safety agencies. LiveU and Airwise Solutions announced a strategic partnership on October 6, 2026 to deliver an integrated, end-to-end solution for public safety drone operations. Under the … [Read more...] about LiveU and Airwise Solutions Partner On New Public Safety Drone Solution
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The Engineering Behind UgCS: Insights from Kristaps Brass on the Future of Drone Flight Planning
Drone technology is evolving at a rapid pace, and with it comes the need for more advanced, reliable, and user-friendly flight planning software. At the forefront of this innovation is UgCS, developed by SPH Engineering. To gain a deeper understanding of the engineering challenges and breakthroughs behind UgCS, we interviewed Kristaps Brass, the company’s Product Owner and an … [Read more...] about The Engineering Behind UgCS: Insights from Kristaps Brass on the Future of Drone Flight Planning
SPH Engineering Releases UgCS 5.11: Cloud Sync, Small Drone Support, and New Mapping Tools
New version aims to simplify field operations and expand drone mission options SPH Engineering has announced the release of UgCS 5.11, a major update to its mission planning software designed for professional drone operators. This update introduces several new features, including UgCS Cloud for seamless flight plan syncing, support for small DJI drones via Litchi, and enhanced … [Read more...] about SPH Engineering Releases UgCS 5.11: Cloud Sync, Small Drone Support, and New Mapping Tools
Don’t Get Grounded: Why Multi-Platform Software Is a Must for Drone Operations
As the drone industry braces for possible restrictions on Chinese-manufactured technology, operators are being forced to rethink their tech stack. In this DRONELIFE exclusive guest post, Kristaps Brass of European flight planning software company UgCS argues that software independence — not just hardware — is the critical factor for long-term operational success. DRONELIFE … [Read more...] about Don’t Get Grounded: Why Multi-Platform Software Is a Must for Drone Operations
