As 2024 comes to a close, we take this opportunity to reflect on the incredible milestones, achievements, and challenges that shaped our year. From innovative projects to expanding partnerships, this year has been a testament to our commitment to excellence in the drone services industry.
Key Milestones Achieved in 2024
This year marked significant progress for our company. We participated in numerous events and webinars, added new drones and sensors to our library, attended conferences, and expanded our team. Let’s take a closer look at what made 2024 such an important year for us.
Event Participations
2024 was a year of active engagement with drone enthusiasts and professionals across various industries. Here are some highlights of the events we took part in:
- Conference on Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence: We joined discussions on education, research, and socio-economic impacts in the field of life sciences, showcasing how drones can contribute to these areas.
- Training with INCDFP: At the Romanian National Institute for Earth Physics, we deepened our knowledge of drone software and hardware.
- Training at HEXADRONE Headquarters: In Saint-Ferréol-d’Auroure, France, we focused on the Tundra 2, gaining hands-on experience.
- Demo Event with our Reseller in Moldova – Agricrops: We presented high-performance equipment to farmers in Moldova, demonstrating how drones can optimize crop care and monitoring.
- Romanian Solar Summit: Organized by GOVNET Romania, this event in Bucharest provided a platform to discuss the role of drones in renewable energy.
- BSDA 2024: The Black Sea Defence & Aerospace Exhibition & Conference showcased our contributions to defense and ISR solutions.
- DACIA/TOMIS/OPEX 24: As one of the only drone companies at this NATO multinational exercise, we tested UAV interoperability in the Black Sea region.
- INTERGEO Expo and Conference 2024: A key event where we connected with global leaders in geospatial technology.
- Săptămâna Geodeziei Românești: We were actively involved in this national event, sharing insights and learning from peers.
- CIGRE’s Regional South-East European Conference: A UAV Demo was performed for Transelectrica, PPC and Delgaz Grid at one of the distribution substation.
- Romanian Water Association Demo Day (Asociatia Romana a Apei): We successfully demonstrated sewage inspection with drones, GIS survey in confined spaces, security operations and much more use cases.
Innovations in Drone Technology and Services
Innovation was at the forefront of our operations in 2024. We added groundbreaking equipment such as the Elios 3 with UT probe, Hexadrone Tundra 2, Pix4D mobile scanning kit with Emlid RX, EcoFlow Delta 3, Zenmuse H30 Series, and DJI Dock 1 & 2. These additions ensure we can continue to provide top-tier services tailored to your needs.
Success Stories and Projects
Our team had the privilege of working on several impactful projects this year:
- Venus Beach, topographical & bathymetry survey: Part of the NATO multinational exercise we successfully demonstrated in a 2-week event our UAV capabilities
- Histria Archaeological Site: Together with the National Institute for Earth Physics (INFP), we conducted a complex aerial survey of this important Romanian heritage site.
- Pestera Liliecilor Cave Inspection: We carried out one of the first drone inspections in a confined natural space, located in the Gura Dobrogea Natural Reservation.
- Argeș River and Mihăilești Dam Survey: Using advanced scanning techniques, we assessed the lower reaches of the river and the dam’s spillways.
- Cuprumin 2024: At Roșia Poieni Quarry and Geamăna Tailings, we revolutionized quarry mapping with cutting-edge LiDAR technology, covering an extensive 865 ha area in 2 days.
Partnership Growth
Building strong relationships is key to our mission. This year, we formed exciting new partnerships:
- ATIS.cloud: A game-changer in cloud computing for drone professionals, enhancing our data management capabilities.
- Deep Robotics: This partnership enriched our portfolio, bringing revolutionary robotics solutions to Eastern Europe.
- Counter drone solution: multiple game changing solutions from partners across the world (Asia, Middle East & US)
- DeltaQuad: powerful fixed wing ISR VTOL with up to 4 hours flight time and exceptional anti jamming capabilities, made in EU.
- DIODON: one of the best inflatable drones designated for marine professionals
Blog and Educational Content
We prioritized educating and informing our audience throughout the year. With over 20 blog posts, we shared valuable knowledge and success stories. You can explore them all on our website.
Behind-the-Scenes Highlights
A company is only as strong as its people. This year, our team shone in training sessions, field operations, and company events. Part of our expansion, we continued our team growth and our 2 digits increase in turnover.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we step into 2025, we’re excited about the opportunities ahead. Stay tuned for upcoming projects, innovations, and goals as we continue to push the boundaries of what drones can achieve.
Thank you for being a part of our 2024 story. We look forward to continuing to serve our clients and advancing the drone services industry in the years to come.