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LODD and 7X conduct 1st test flight for drone parcel delivery in
Abu Dhabi

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025 By Arya M Nair, Official Reporter
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The aviation technology firm LODD, and 7X, the investment holding group in trade, transport and logistics, overseeing the
logistics and express delivery provider EMX, have launched the first pilot flight for autonomous drone parcel delivery in Abu
Dhabi, marking a qualitative leap in the logistics sector across the emirate.

The drone parcel delivery trial falls under the strategy of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC) that, with the Abu Dhabi
Investment Office (ADIO)’s support, aims to develop and adopt smart and integrated mobility solutions in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Conducted with oversight from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Integrated Transport Centre, the drone parcel delivery
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.

“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.”

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