Airbus is known for its commercial aircraft, and perhaps best for its A380 airliner that holds the title for the world’s largest passenger jet. At the 2017 Paris Air Show alone it secured $39.7 billion worth of new business. Now Airbus looks to expand its portfolio to include UAS services.
Airbus Launches Commercial Drone Services
Key Takeaways:
- Airbus is expanding its portfolio beyond commercial aircraft into Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) services with its new startup, Aerial.
- Aerial's primary focus is to offer "data as a service" by integrating aerospace engineering, satellite imagery, and drone capabilities for various industries like agriculture, infrastructure, and energy.
- The startup aims to differentiate itself by providing advanced data analysis and intends to consolidate the fragmented drone services market through a combination of in-house expertise, acquisitions, and local partnerships.
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