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6/26/25, 2:59 PM Abu Dhabi conducts first parcel delivery trial by drone
Abu Dhabi conducts first parcel delivery trial by drone
The first test flight, conducted in Abu Dhabi's Khalifa City, demonstrated the viability of parcel delivery by drone

A drone transported a simulated package from a local post office to a designated drop zone using a secure winch-based delivery system
Published: Wed 25 Jun 2025, 12:45 PM Last updated: Wed 25 Jun 2025, 12:51 PM
Aviation technology firm LODD and 7X announced on Wednesday that they have launched the first pilot flight for autonomous drone parcel deliveries in Abu
Dhabi with the support of Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), marking a qualitative leap in the logistics sector across the emirate.
The trial falls under the strategy of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC) that, with ADIO’s support, aims to develop and adopt smart and
integrated mobility solutions in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.
“ADIO is proud to champion the development and rollout of cutting-edge logistics technologies that strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a global innovation
hub. This pilot is a powerful example of the kind of local partnerships and forward-thinking strategies that drive long-term economic and infrastructure value
for the Emirate,” said Omran Malek, head of the SAVI Cluster at ADIO.

Advancing smart aerial mobility in Abu Dhabi
Conducted with oversight from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Integrated Transport Centre, the initiative is part of a wider strategy to
enable smart mobility solutions through ADIO’s Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) cluster. The initiative supports Abu Dhabi’s efforts to
localize production, develop future-ready infrastructure, and reinforce its position as a global hub for innovation and advanced industries.
The first test flight, conducted in Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa City, demonstrated the viability of parcel delivery by drone. A drone transported a simulated package
from a local post office to a designated drop zone using a secure winch-based delivery system.
“Ensuring the safety and security of our airspace remains a top priority for the Integrated Transport Centre. We continue to advance the regulatory frameworks
necessary to support the safe and effective integration of unmanned aerial systems into Abu Dhabi’s wider transport ecosystem,” said Humaid Saber Al
Hameli, director of the aviation transport division at the Integrated Transport Centre.
Al Hameli added that the pilot trial for parcel delivery by drone reflects the strength of collaboration between the public and private sectors and represents a
concrete step toward the future of smart aerial mobility in Abu Dhabi.
“We are committed to providing a secure and adaptive regulatory environment that keeps pace with innovation and empowers the adoption of emerging
technologies. This enhances Abu Dhabi’s global competitiveness and reinforces its position as a leading hub for sustainable mobility and future-focused
technologies,” he added.

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