Dual-use delivery—the ability to support both civilian and military or security applications with a common operational framework—is an increasingly relevant model for drone service providers in Europe. European Defence Fund programmes, civil protection... READ MORE

Preparedness—the systematic effort to build capacity for effective crisis response—is a growing priority across Europe. Natural disasters, infrastructure failures, security incidents, and public health emergencies all demand rapid situational awareness, coordinated response, and... READ MORE

Operational readiness—the capacity to deliver effective drone services when they are needed—is not achieved through technology acquisition alone. It requires trained personnel, tested procedures, validated equipment, and organisational alignment. Training and exercises are... READ MORE

European research and defence programmes—including Horizon Europe, the European Defence Fund (EDF), and the Digital Europe Programme—provide significant funding for the development and validation of drone-enabled capabilities. Participation in these programmes requires specific... READ MORE