Watch: Drone delivers parcels in successful test flight in Oman

Watch: Drone delivers parcels in successful test flight in Oman

The pilot run focused on testing a fully autonomous drone to deposit packages across various terrains, distances, and weather conditions

By Web Desk Published: Wed 5 Oct 2022, 8:30 PM Last updated: Wed 5 Oct 2022, 8:31 PM

Aramex announced today that it has successfully completed the pilot phase of its “Future Delivery Program” in Muscat, Oman. The test flights were conducted in partnership with USA-based UVL Robotics, a technological leader offering cutting-edge drone-based solutions with AI for logistics.

The drone testing is part of Aramex’s “Future Delivery Program” aimed at leveraging the next generation of last-mile delivery solutions, including drones and autonomous vehicles to boost delivery efficiencies, improve customer satisfaction, and generate cost savings in last-mile delivery.

This test is the first of a multi-phase program as Aramex aims to fully transition its fleet to emission-free electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The pilot focused primarily on testing a fully autonomous drone to deliver parcels safely and efficiently across various terrains, distances, and weather conditions in Muscat.

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Alaa Saoudi, Chief Operating Officer – Express at Aramex, said: “Rolling out the Future Delivery Program demonstrates Aramex’s market leadership in last-mile solutions in the region. We believe the next generation of last-mile solutions, including drones and