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Abu Dhabi tests 1st autonomous drone parcel delivery flight

The test saw a drone transport a simulated package from a local post office to a drop zone using a secure winch-based
delivery system.
By News BureauJun 25, 2025

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Abu Dhabi: In a major step forward for smart logistics, LODD, a leading aviation technology company, and 7X, a diversified investment
group overseeing logistics firm EMX, have completed the first pilot flight of autonomous drone parcel delivery in Abu Dhabi.

Supported by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), the trial marks a significant advancement in the emirate’s logistics and smart
mobility sectors.
The test, conducted in Khalifa City, saw a drone transport a simulated package from a local post office to a drop zone using a secure
winch-based delivery system, showcasing the real-world feasibility of drone-based logistics.

The initiative is part of a broader strategy spearheaded by the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC) and supported by ADIO’s
Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) cluster, aiming to drive smart mobility solutions and localize advanced technology
infrastructure. Oversight and regulatory support came from both the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Integrated Transport
Centre (ITC).
Omran Malek, Head of the SAVI Cluster at ADIO, highlighted that, “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.”
Humaid Saber Al Hameli, Director of the Aviation Transport Division at the Integrated Transport Centre, said that, “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.
“This pilot trial reflects the strength of collaboration between the public and private sectors, and represents a concrete step toward the
future of smart aerial mobility in the emirate,” Al Hameli added.

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