industry
Beyond photography: delivery, spraying and tracking rise for 2026
Delivery, spraying and tracking are emerging as the fastest-growing commercial drone applications, each capturing 5–7% of operations as photography declines.
policy
Coverage of EU and national drone policies, strategic frameworks, and government initiatives shaping UAV governance and defense readiness.
eu
EASA ASC 2025: Complacency seen as top safety risk, rules to be simplified
EASA warned that complacency, fuelled by a strong safety record, is the biggest threat to European aviation safety and called for streamlined rules to focus on current risks.
central-eastern-europe
FIREPOWER: All eyes on Hungary’s SAFE plans, plus drones, Greenland, Russia defences
Hungary’s SAFE plans are drawing scrutiny from EU partners over procurement transparency and interoperability, while Commission drone moves, Greenland geopolitics and Russian air-defence lessons shape Europe's defence debate.
eu
Amazon halts Prime Air drone delivery rollout in Italy
Amazon has halted its Prime Air commercial drone delivery plans in Italy after a strategic review despite successful test flights and regulator cooperation.
Russia
Sea drones halt operations at major Russian oil terminal
Sea drones forced a temporary halt to operations at a major Russian oil terminal, disrupting loading activities and raising energy‑security concerns.
central-eastern-europe
Poland extends drone flight ban along Ukraine and Belarus borders
Poland has extended a temporary ban on civilian drone flights along its borders with Ukraine and Belarus to mitigate security risks and protect military and critical infrastructure.
war
Poland Expands Drone Ban Near Ukraine and Belarus Borders
Poland has announced an extension of its drone ban along its borders with Ukraine and Belarus, citing security concerns. This decision aims to enhance national security amid ongoing tensions in the region, particularly in light of the conflict in Ukraine.
eu
Denmark airport drone chaos accelerates Europe's C‑UAS race
Drone sightings that disrupted Danish airport operations have pushed European governments and industry to accelerate counter‑UAS procurement and cross‑border coordination.
EU - European Union
EU Industry Roundtable to Enhance Drone Collaboration
A new industry roundtable aims to foster strategic cooperation between the EU Commission and the defense sector, focusing on advancing drone capabilities. This initiative underscores the importance of collaboration in enhancing Europe's defense technology landscape.
war
Assessing the Feasibility of a Drone Wall Against Russia
The concept of a 'drone wall' to counter Russian aerial threats has emerged, raising questions about its practicality and effectiveness. This initiative aims to enhance European defense capabilities against drone incursions, particularly in Eastern Europe.
EU - European Union
EU Considers Enhanced Frontex Powers to Address Drone Threats
EU member states are increasingly concerned about drone incursions into their airspace. In response, they are exploring options to expand the powers of Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, to better manage and mitigate these threats.
policy
Belgium Proposes Mandatory Drone Registration Amid Legal Concerns
Belgium's National Security Council has announced a plan for mandatory drone registration, aiming to enhance security. However, this initiative raises significant legal and technical challenges, diverging from existing EU regulations.