NEW DELHI: Drone deliveries have taken off in India. Whereas within the preliminary phases, unmanned aerial autos (UAVs) had been getting used primarily to ship medicines in distant components of the nation, now mega gamers have taken to this know-how in an enormous method. Blue Dart, South Asia’s main courier firm, says it has launched drone deliveries in collaboration with drone agency Skye Air.
Blue Dart MD Balfour Manuel mentioned: “The logistics sector in India is experiencing an exhilarating phase. The nation’s robust economic growth, coupled with the aspirations of its consumers and growth in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities, has significantly boosted purchasing power. This surge in demand emphasizes the need for innovative solutions that drive growth while ensuring efficiency and sustainability. As we witness the marvel of drone technology, we eagerly anticipate extending this service further, with plans to cover additional pin codes in subsequent stages with our partners.”
Blue Dart MD Balfour Manuel mentioned: “The logistics sector in India is experiencing an exhilarating phase. The nation’s robust economic growth, coupled with the aspirations of its consumers and growth in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities, has significantly boosted purchasing power. This surge in demand emphasizes the need for innovative solutions that drive growth while ensuring efficiency and sustainability. As we witness the marvel of drone technology, we eagerly anticipate extending this service further, with plans to cover additional pin codes in subsequent stages with our partners.”
“Initially focusing on growing e-commerce sector, this innovative approach is set to revolutionise last-mile delivery by offering same-day delivery for shipments, significantly reducing delivery time and environmental impact,” the corporate mentioned in an announcement.
The logistics main had earlier accomplished visible line of sight (VLOS) trials in Vikarabad, Hyderabad, in September 2021, after which past VLOS trials below the Telangana Authorities’s “medicine from the sky” undertaking.
