Success Stories

AutoSpray Systems obtains OA for Crop Spraying

In late December 2022, ARPAS-UK member AutoSpray Systems announced that they had just obtained an Operational Authorisation from the CAA in agriculture. This will enable them to operate drones over 25kgs and to use them to crop spray, tackle invasive species and shade Green Houses. This covers agricultural, forestry and horticultural uses. Andy Sproson, Director…

BT Group’s incubation hub Etc. backs Altitude Angel

Etc., the incubation team in BT Group’s Digital unit boosting the businesses of the future, today announces that it has entered into a £5 million deal with Altitude Angel, a world-leading UTM (Unified Traffic Management) technology provider, as the two businesses scale the UK drone industry and support the development of the UK’s drone superhighway, set to be…

Altitude Angel and Saab to partner on Digital Tower technology

In a joint announcement made on 5th December 2022, Altitude Angel and Saab have revealed they have formed a partnership that will see Altitude Angel’s market-leading UTM technology platform integrated as part of Saab’s Digital Tower (r-TWR) offering.  Saab’s r-TWR is a next-generation Digital Tower solution, which builds on proven Saab video processing, visual presentation, and automation…

Welcome to our New Members of November 2022

We are delighted to welcome our November 2022 members to the Association. Sky-Drones Technologies Ltd Aztec House, 397-405 Archway Road, London N6 4ERwww.sky-drones.com Sky-Drones Technologies Ltd creates professional full stack UAV avionics solutions (hardware and software) including flight control, ground control and communication systems as well as a cloud based management platform. Sutro Group Frazer…

DJI Achieves Encryption Recognition from U.S Department of Commerce

DJI Achieves Encryption Recognition from U.S Department of Commerce DJI Core Crypto Engine passes Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP) to receive Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, today reinforces its commitment to customer data and privacy with the validation of the DJI Core Crypto Engine.  The engine is a…

UK’S FIRST HUB-CENTRIC NETWORK OPEN FOR BUSINESS

UK’S FIRST HUB-CENTRIC NETWORK OPEN FOR BUSINESS Skyfarer have built the UK’s first functional and operational hub, set in the center of their own hub-centric network being utilized for the Medical Logistics UK Corridor. WHAT IS A HUB-CENTRIC NETWORK? Businesses and organisations subscribe to utilise the full capability of the Skyfarer hub and network. As…

JBUAS  & Offshore Wind: SENSYS R4 HVDC Cable UXO Clearance Project

JBUAS  & Offshore Wind SENSYS R4 HVDC Cable UXO Clearance Project JBUAS supported a leading UXO company with equipment and training, to enable them to execute a 6km UXO clearance project over varied terrain, including undulating ground, fences and gates, hedges, and many different crop fields. The Right ChoiceThe key contractor for the cable laying…

Drone Specialist COPTRZ working with BT on their drone strategy

Drone Specialist COPTRZ working with BT on their drone strategy BT is pushing ahead with its adoption of drone technology and the training of its people. This is where COPTRZ came in. As a leading CAA registered RAE’s (Recognised Assessment Entities), BT chose COPTRZ for theircapability to provide not only drone pilot training but also additional bespoke…