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Welcome to the inaugural issue of The Drone Consultant's Digest, a platform committed to empowering you, the drone expert, by diving deep into industry trends, business, and global development. As we navigate the rapidly evolving world of drone technology and its applications, our mission is to give you the most pertinent news, insights, and opportunities all in a weekly, digestible format.

My name's Eno Umoh , and I started in the drone industry back in 2015 with my partner Austin Brown . We started on the commercial side of drones, but eventually we found ourselves transitioning into the role of a trainers, and now, we're leveraging our experience in the industry to help other drone businesses grow and scale. It's been quite a ride - we've grown along with this industry, experiencing its ebbs and flows, its innovations, and its potential.

Each Thursday, we'll dive into updates from five key sectors: Government, Enterprise, Education, Nonprofit, and Independent/Freelance. We also send a list of global tenders that are available and open for bid.

It's not just a news round-up - consider it a toolbox. It's all about using this information to propel your drone consultancy practice, or simply to feed your curiosity about this fascinating industry.

Whether you're an independent expert, part of a larger firm, or someone intrigued by the intersections of technology, innovation, and policy, this newsletter is crafted to inform, inspire, and elevate your consultancy practice to new heights.

We aim to be your go-to, your reliable co-pilot, helping you chart your path in this dynamic world and reach new heights. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a fascinating view of this emerging industry.

With that, let's jump into today's edition...

Government Sector: Setting the Standard For Medical Drone Delivery

UK-based company, Ajuno , in collaboration with UK Research and Innovation, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, and the Department of Health and Social Care, has released a comprehensive Medical Logistics Drone Adoption Guide for UK healthcare organisations. The guide, which provides practical advice for integrating drones into healthcare supply chains, was developed with insights from NHS , regulatory bodies, and drone and health logistics specialists. It covers current healthcare logistics challenges, key use-cases and benefits of drones in healthcare, and implementation steps for adoption. The guide can be downloaded from Ajuno's website.

Private Sector: The ‘Average’ Drone Company, by DRONEII

Drone Industry Insights ' latest global survey provides a glimpse into what an average drone company looks like. Based on 1,113 responses, the drone industry is mainly service-oriented. Services include inspections, deliveries, photography, surveying, and more. The second most common activity is Drone Training and Education Services. The average drone company typically has between 1-200 employees, with the majority being startups or small operations. Geographically, North America and Asia, particularly the U.S., China, and Japan, remain the top regions for drone companies. However, the drone industry's diversity makes it hard to define an "average" company. The upcoming series of articles will provide more insights into different regional drone markets. Read More

Education Sector: Drones in STEM Education

Call for Teams: 2nd African Drone Soccer Competition

The United States Consulate and The Global Air Drone Academy (GADA) invite youth teams (ages 12-16) from South-West Nigeria to apply for the 2nd African Drone Soccer Competition. This innovative event integrates drone technology with soccer, providing a unique platform to explore sports innovation. Apply by August 31, 2023. Check out the highlights from the inaugural 2022 competition here.

Nonprofit Sector: Transforming Medical Supply Delivery in Kenya

Kenya Flying Labs , Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) , and Cloudline Inc. are collaborating to explore the feasibility of using autonomous solar-powered airships for medical supply logistics in Kenya. They aim to improve supply chain logistics for pandemic response and maternal health commodities in Kisumu and Homa Bay counties. This project, supported by the Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Research Centre, aligns with Kenya's Vision 2030 and Sustainable Development Goal 3. The project will use the Claudine airship, which combines helium lifting power with advanced flight control, an all-electric powertrain, and a high safety case. This will enable multi-stop flights, focusing on restocking clinics rather than emergency response. For more insights, listen to our podcast featuring the project here.

Independent/Freelance: New Guinness World Record For Drone Light Show

On the Fourth of July, Sky Elements Drones made history by achieving a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the largest aerial sentence formed by 1,002 drones. The company surpassed its own record by staging 40 shows over the holiday weekend using over 10,000 drones. The centerpiece 10-minute drone light show became the largest of its kind in Texas, displaying American history moments. Sky Elements is transitioning from traditional fireworks to drone shows, creating a greener and safer celebration method by eliminating harmful smoke and residue, and mitigating firework-related accidents. This move marks a significant transformation for Independence Day celebrations. See the world-record show here.

Global Tenders

1. Country: Zambia | Funder: 世界银行 Group | Scope: Zambia Mining Environmental Remediation and Improvement Project (ZMERIP), Procurement of Drone Pilot Training and Software for Mine Safety Department | Bid Due Date/Time: Jul 28, 2023, 10:30? Find Out More
2. Country: ?Mauritius | Funder: @Republic of Mauritius, Mauritius Prison Service | Scope: Consultancy Services for Service Provider under the Expert Skills Scheme in Drone Detection Technology | Bid Due Date/Time: 7 August 2023 up to 10.00 hrs (Local Time) Find Out More
3. Country: Nigeria | Funder: The World Bank Group | Scope: ?GOMBE STATE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FOREST RESOURCES (ACRESAL PROJECT)? Surveying & Navigation Equipment and Drone Equipment| Bid Due Date/Time: 10 Aug 2023 Find Out More
4. Country: USA/Florida | Funder: Indian River Mosquito Control District | Scope: Unmanned Aircraft Systems Aerial Application Services | Bid Due Date/Time: 07/27/2023 Find Out More
5. Country: Jordan | Funder: Government of Jordan | Scope: Supply Of Drones Responsible For Protecting Water Sources | Bid Due Date/Time: 02 Aug 2023 Find Out More

Thank you for being part of our community. We hope these insights and opportunities have been valuable to you. Until next week, keep your eyes to the skies and your passion ignited.

Cheers,

Eno

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