2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for Ireland in the drone industry, with advancements in drone delivery, conferences, and regulations.
Just Eat Takeaway.com and Manna Drones Ltd. have launched food deliveries by drone in Dublin, with over 165,000 successful flights completed.
The drones can transport hot meals to customers' doors in as little as three minutes, operating at speeds up to 80 km/h.
Dublin will host Aerial Cities 2025, a top European summit on Advanced Air Mobility and Urban Air Mobility.
Ireland's progressive drone regulations include approvals for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations and urban air mobility testing zones.
Ireland's Drone and Urban Air Mobility Strategy 2024-2029 and Dublin Drone Innovation Partnership aim to integrate drones and eVTOLs into the infrastructure.
Key areas to watch in Ireland's drone industry include the expansion of drone delivery services, growing drone use in public services, eVTOL aircraft, and increased drone startup investment.
Ireland's business-friendly environment, industry investments, and government support position the country as a leader in drone innovation in 2025.