Introduction: The global drone industry in the third quarter of 2025 is navigating a complex landscape shaped by post-pandemic supply chain strains, rising geopolitical frictions, and evolving regulatory regimes. Drones have become indispensable across consumer, commercial, and military sectors, but demand growth is colliding with disruptions in component supply and trade. Meanwhile, international tensions –…
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South Africa has established a comprehensive regulatory framework for the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs, commonly called drones), balancing innovation with safety and privacy. The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is the primary regulator for drones and introduced dedicated drone regulations in July 2015 under Part 101: Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems of the…
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Introduction: DJI’s enterprise drone lineup has expanded into a versatile range of Matrice and Mavic Enterprise models, each tailored to specific professional needs. From heavy-lift platforms to portable thermal imaging drones, DJI offers solutions for surveying, industrial inspection, search and rescue (SAR), agriculture, and more. In this comprehensive 2025 guide, we compare all major DJI…
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The early summer of 2025 saw rapid developments in the drone and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) sector. Global military demand for drones surged with record contracts and new production partnerships, while commercial drone services expanded into food delivery, agriculture, and logistics. Regulatory and policy actions – led by major U.S. executive orders – aimed to…
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Regulatory Framework and User Categories Brazil regulates drones under a framework led by the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) in coordination with the Department of Airspace Control (DECEA) and the National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) anac.gov.br. ANAC distinguishes recreational drones (referred to as model aircraft) from non-recreational drones (referred to as remotely piloted aircraft or RPA)…
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Overview of Drone Regulations in Mexico Mexico allows drone operations but under strict regulations enforced by the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (Agencia Federal de Aviación Civil, AFAC) uavcoach.com. Drones (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, RPAS) are regulated by Mexico’s Civil Aviation Law and its regulations (Reglamento de la Ley de Aviación Civil), as well as the…
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Regulations for Recreational Drone Use Recreational drone pilots in the Netherlands must follow EU-wide rules designed for safety. These fall under the “open” category of operations (low-risk flights) and generally include the following key restrictions and best practices business.gov.nl rijksoverheid.nl: Overall, recreational flyers should plan ahead and be mindful of their surroundings. Check for any…
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Regulatory Framework for Drone Usage in Singapore Singapore regulates drones (also known as unmanned aircraft, UA) under the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), primarily through the Air Navigation Act and subsidiary regulations for unmanned aircraft police.gov.sg. CAAS has established a comprehensive framework that differentiates drone operations by purpose – recreational, educational, or business (commercial)…
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Dubai is internationally known for its cutting-edge approach to drone technology – and for having some of the world’s strictest drone regulations droneshop.ae. Drones have grown in popularity for photography, deliveries, and recreation, but Dubai’s authorities tightly control their use to ensure safety and security. If you plan to fly a drone in Dubai, it’s…
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The robotics industry is booming worldwide, impacting everything from manufacturing and healthcare to agriculture and defense. Below, we present 100 of the most important robotics and drone companies across industrial, consumer, defense, medical, agriculture, and delivery sectors. These include both established leaders and innovative startups from around the globe. Each listing includes the company’s focus,…
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