by Ketil Solvik-Olsen, Chairman of UAS Norway, Enterprice public sector manager at Microsoft Anders Martinsen CEO of UAS Norway

A UK national overview of the work undertaken by the NPCC Counter Drones with local police, Airports and partner agencies on the safeguarding of UK airspace.

As Norways largest airport operator and the national provider of air navigation services, Avinor will highlight some key aspects to consider for the safe integration of drones in our airspace.

Moderator: Jonas Stjernberg - You will learn key statistics on the number of PDRA, SORA and LUC permits in the Nordics. For the first time, we can also tell you the number of drones owned in the Nordics and how they are used. We will compare it to the number of registered operators, and then stop and think. Something is not right, and we will discuss what. While drone professionals invest large resources and wait for months for flight permits, too many drone users chose not to comply. What is needed to make it easy for the masses to comply with the regulation? How can we promote a harmonised, cost-effective and quick permit application process in the specific category? Join some of the leading Nordic thinkers on drone industry development in a panel discussion with Q&A at the end.

For the eighth year in a row, UAS Norway presents the Norwegian Drone Barometer. In this presentation, you will get updated information about Norwegians' attitude to drones and drone flying, how Norwegian drone operators relate to safety issues and regulations from the aviation authorities, and not least an updated calculation of how many drones are privately owned in Norway.

During 2023 Vattenfall Strategical development as one of the first users in the northern part of Europe have been testing and evaluating the DJI dock drone in a box solution. We see many use cases within the utility industry and the goal for the tests carried out have been to see just how good these systems can be and also what features they can provide for a customer like Vattenfall.

In our upcoming presentation, we will delve into the transformative journey of Everdrone's 'Drones as First Responders' (DFR) system, from its initial concept to mid-2024 launch of the E2 system, highlighting how real-world missions have shaped it into a comprehensive solution. We'll unveil the E2 DFR's unique features, developed through clinical research and collaborations, that make it a multifaceted emergency response system, emphasizing its role in delivering medical supplies and providing situational awareness, offering a dynamic, multifaceted lifeline when every second counts.

Socializing and networking | Supported by DroneSense & Boston Group

David Hansen, Enterprice public sector manager at Microsoft & Anders Martinsen, CEO of UAS Norway

Augmented reality can provide pilots with the information they need, and where they need it, without the limitations of screens or FPV headsets. AirHUD™ is the first real heads-up display for drone pilots, increasing situational awareness and boosting operational efficiency.

Moderator: Rune Schlanbusch - The year 2023 will be remembered by many as the year when AI became “socially acceptable” among the general public. Many were particularly excited about generative AI through the various tools made available for the production and manipulation of text, images, and video. In this panel discussion, we aim to shed light on how the drone industry is working to embrace and adapt to such new technologies, the challenges and obstacles that need to be overcome to facilitate increased use, and to understand what the carrot at the end of the tunnel really looks like.

This presentation explores the preliminary plans and evolving concepts behind the Norwegian Police's initiative to integrate drones as first responders on a national scale. Emphasizing the fluid nature of this project, it sheds light on the current technical strategies and logistical considerations, while acknowledging the potential for adaptation and change in response to emerging insights and shifting political landscapes. This session aims to provide a dynamic overview of a groundbreaking step in public safety, underscoring its tentative yet promising future.

Over the past four years, Equinor has transitioned from relying on radio links and on-site pilots and hardware, to conducting unmanned aircraft operations in the North Sea from the remote operation center located in Bergen. Together with important stakeholders, Equinor is shaping the future with RPAS.

Moderators: Nina Gullan and Anders Martinsen, UAS Norway. - As we integrate drones into the airspace and daily life, we all have a common goal: Safety. Join members of industry and government for a discussion about Just Safety Culture; what it means and why it’s important to establish for the drone community.