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Manna and Wolt Launch Winter Drone Delivery Tests in Finland
In a significant development for extreme weather drone operations, European drone delivery leader Manna Aero has partnered with technology company Wolt to launch winter drone delivery testing in Finland. The pilot program, commencing January 2025 in Espoo’s Niittykumpu district, aims…
DJI Overhauls Geofencing System, Shifts to FAA Data Integration
DJI, the global leader in civilian drone technology, has announced a significant update to its GEO (geofencing) system, marking a fundamental shift in how the company approaches airspace restrictions in the United States. The update, effective January 13, 2025, represents…
Finnish-Ukrainian Joint Venture to Launch Major Drone Production Facility
Summa Defence Ltd, a Finnish defense technology group, has announced plans to establish a significant drone manufacturing facility in Finland through a strategic partnership with Ukrainian drone companies. The facility, set to begin operations in the first half of 2025,…
Drone Sightings Halt Air Traffic at Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport
In a recent incident, drone sightings led to a temporary halt of air traffic at Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport, Sweden’s largest airport. The disruption, which occurred overnight on September 8-9, 2024, highlights the growing concerns about drone safety and security near…
ANRA Technologies and Flyby Guys Team Up to Revolutionize Drone Operations in Europe
ANRA Technologies, a global leader in uncrewed traffic management (UTM) and operational solutions, has formed a strategic partnership with Flyby Guys, a Finnish enterprise drone services provider. This collaboration aims to enhance ANRA’s capabilities in providing cutting-edge airspace management and…
Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Arctic Airfield, Hitting Strategic Bomber
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck a Russian airfield deep in the Arctic, marking a significant expansion of Ukraine’s drone operations. According to Politico, the attack targeted the Olenya airbase on the Kola Peninsula, over 1,900 kilometers north of Ukraine. The…
Poland’s $2.5 Billion ‘Drone Wall’ to Secure Border with Russia and Belarus
Poland’s government, under Prime Minister Donald Tusk, has unveiled an extensive security plan for its eastern border with Russia and Belarus, reportedly involving a $2.5 billion investment into a project known as Shield-East. Fortifying the Eastern Front Defense officials in…
Helsinki Residents Open to Drones in Emergencies, Survey Reveals
A recent survey conducted in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area found that residents are generally accepting of drones, particularly in emergency situations. The survey, which is reportedly the largest of its kind in Finland, received responses from nearly 400 adults and…
Soaring Concerns: The Drone Regulation Dilemma in the Nordic Region
A Regulatory Gap in the Sky At the Unmanned Nordic Conference UNC2024 in Oslo, Norway, a striking disparity in drone regulation compliance was revealed, raising significant concerns over flight safety in the Nordic region. The panel discussion, led by Jonas…
Alphabet’s Wing to Revolutionize Drone Delivery with New, Larger Drones
Expanding the Horizons of Drone Delivery Alphabet’s Wing is set to significantly enhance its drone delivery capabilities by unveiling a new lineup of larger, faster drones. This development marks a substantial leap in the field of drone delivery, enabling the…
Finnish Operation Uncovers Illegal DJI Drone Exports to Russia
Helsinki Exposes Hidden DJI Drone Exports to Russia In a major crackdown on illicit trade, Finnish authorities have uncovered an extensive operation involving the illegal export of thousands of mostly DJI drones to Russia, circumventing the European Union and US-imposed…
Dazzling Night in Espoo: Tesla Light Show Sets World Record
A Spectacle of Light and Technology On a chilly November evening, the Vermo race track in Espoo, Finland, became the stage for a record-breaking spectacle. Here, 687 Teslas, from Model 3s to Model Xs, lit up the night in a…