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Associated Press
6 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
DroneSense and Parrot Launch Secure, NDAA-Compliant Drone Solutions for U.S. Public Safety
AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / June 16, 2025 / DroneSense, a leading public safety drone software provider, and Parrot, Europe's leading commercial micro-UAV group, today announced a strategic partnership alongside the launch of the Parrot ANAFI UKR GOV micro-UAV at the 2025 Paris Air Show. This integrated solution delivers a Blue UAS / NDAA-compliant drone hardware and software platform tailored for U.S. public safety agencies navigating heightened regulatory demands and increasing mission complexity. By combining Parrot's trusted ANAFI UKR GOV hardware with DroneSense's operationally proven software, the partnership introduces a new standard in situational awareness, tactical coordination, and Drone as First Responder (DFR) readiness. DroneSense will provide the complete bundle - hardware, software, and aftermarket care - directly to public safety agencies, ensuring fast deployment, reliable support, and uninterrupted mission capability. The ANAFI UKR GOV drone features encrypted communications through local radio and 4G/5G cellular networks. Its advanced navigation capabilities enable precise flight even in GNSS-denied environments, using visual inertial odometry and AI-enhanced geo-positioning to calculate position and velocity in real-time. The drone also includes a LoRa backup radio for secure communications if primary links are lost or jammed. Blue UAS-approved and NDAA-compliant, the ANAFI UKR GOV is ultra-portable at just 2.1 pounds (959 grams) and can be airborne in under 120 seconds. Equipped with 35x zoom, 4K HDR video, and FLIR Boson thermal imaging (640 x 512 px), the drone delivers superior mission coverage. Its advanced target recognition and tracking features enable autonomous object detection, identification, and following with minimal pilot input. The platform also offers remote antenna capabilities for tactical operations and open-architecture integration via Parrot SDK 8. The DroneSense software platform provides situational awareness by combining video streaming, integrated mapping, and sensor data. Its DFR-ready capabilities support remote operations, including Detect-and-Avoid (DAA) technology and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flight. The intuitive mission management interface allows rapid deployment, collaborative planning, and multi-agency coordination. DroneSense's hardware-agnostic design ensures compatibility with multiple drone platforms, while its enterprise-grade cybersecurity infrastructure ensures compliance, privacy, and data protection. 'Public safety agencies urgently need capable and reliable drone hardware solutions for a variety of mission profiles,' said Chris Eyhorn, CEO of DroneSense. 'Together, we're delivering a compelling alternative - combining Parrot's advanced hardware with DroneSense's mission-proven, hardware-agnostic platform.' 'DroneSense's software platform perfectly complements the Parrot ANAFI UKR GOV micro UAV, significantly enhancing its operational capabilities for U.S. Public Safety Agencies,' added Chris Roberts, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Parrot Drones. 'This integration sets a new standard for secure and effective drone operations, supporting mission success across complex operational environments.' Public safety and government agencies interested in exploring this integrated solution can request demonstrations by contacting [email protected]. About DroneSense: DroneSense provides industry-leading software solutions enabling public safety agencies to leverage drone technology for tactical operations, situational awareness, and Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. Its hardware-agnostic platform empowers first responders with real-time intelligence, streamlined workflows, and comprehensive mission support. Learn more at About Parrot: Parrot is Europe's leading group in the field of professional micro-UAVs and 3D mapping solutions. The Group designs, develops, and markets a complementary range of high-performance micro-UAVs and photogrammetry software, serving both operational and analytical needs of security forces, industrial operators, and public authorities worldwide. Founded in 1994 by Henri Seydoux, Chairman, CEO, and main shareholder, Parrot is headquartered in Paris with manufacturing in the U.S. and South Korea. Parrot employs over 400 people and serves customers in more than 50 countries. Parrot is listed on Euronext Paris (FR0004038263 - PARRO). Learn more at and Media Contacts: DroneSense: [email protected] | +1.512.582.0444 Parrot: Contact InformationChristine Huoth Sr. Marketing and Communications Manager, DroneSense (512) 582-0444 SOURCE: DroneSense press release
CNA
15-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
French drone maker Parrot posts rise in first-quarter revenue
French drone maker Parrot reported a rise in its first-quarter revenue on Thursday, propelled by a surge in European and global defence budgets. The company, which makes lightweight drones and mapping software, reported quarterly revenue of 18.4 million euros ($20.6 million), 17 per cent higher than in the same period last year. Its shares rose 7 per cent by 0812 GMT, bringing their year-to-date gains to more than 150 per cent. The sales increase was supported by a strong performance at Parrot's professional microdrones division, which generates 57 per cent of the group revenue. Sales in this segment, which grew 13 per cent from the same period a year ago, were buoyed by strong demand in several international markets, including North America, Britain and Japan. Parrot exited the consumer drone market in 2021 and has since then been designing and selling small drones and mapping software for corporate and government clients. Its client base includes the British Royal Airforce, the U.S. Army, the French Armed Forces, the Belgian Defence Force, the Counter Terrorist Operations Center of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, and the Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force. Along its full-year 2024 results in March, Parrot said it was planning on capitalising on increasing defence budgets in its key markets, echoing remarks by French underwater drones maker Exail and supplier of night-vision systems to NATO, Exosens. ($1 = 0.8937 euros)
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
French drone maker Parrot posts rise in first-quarter revenue
(Reuters) -French drone maker Parrot reported a rise in its first-quarter revenue on Thursday, propelled by a surge in European and global defence budgets. The company, which makes lightweight drones and mapping software, reported first-quarter revenue of 18.4 million euros ($20.6 million), 17% higher from the same period a year earlier. The sales increase was supported by a strong performance at its professional microdrones division, which generates 57% of the group revenue. Sales in this segment, which grew 13% from the same period a year ago, were buoyed by strong demand in several international markets, including North America, the UK and Japan. Parrot exited the consumer drone market in 2021 and since then designs and sells small drones and mapping software for corporate and government clients. Its client base includes the British Royal Airforce, the U.S. Army, the French Armed Forces, the Belgian Defence Force, the Counter Terrorist Operations Center of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, and the Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force. Along its full-year 2024 results in March, the group said it was planning on capitalising on increasing defence budgets in its key markets, echoing remarks by French underwater drones maker Exail and supplier of night-vision systems to NATO, Exosens. ($1 = 0.8937 euros)
Reuters
15-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
French drone maker Parrot posts rise in first-quarter revenue
May 15 (Reuters) - French drone maker Parrot ( opens new tab reported a rise in its first-quarter revenue on Thursday, propelled by a surge in European and global defence budgets. The company, which makes lightweight drones and mapping software, reported first-quarter revenue of 18.4 million euros ($20.6 million), 17% higher from the same period a year earlier. The sales increase was supported by a strong performance at its professional microdrones division, which generates 57% of the group revenue. Sales in this segment, which grew 13% from the same period a year ago, were buoyed by strong demand in several international markets, including North America, the UK and Japan. Parrot exited the consumer drone market in 2021 and since then designs and sells small drones and mapping software for corporate and government clients. Its client base includes the British Royal Airforce, the U.S. Army, the French Armed Forces, the Belgian Defence Force, the Counter Terrorist Operations Center of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, and the Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force. Along its full-year 2024 results in March, the group said it was planning on capitalising on increasing defence budgets in its key markets, echoing remarks by French underwater drones maker Exail ( opens new tab and supplier of night-vision systems to NATO, Exosens ( opens new tab. ($1 = 0.8937 euros)
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Precious Cockatoo with Incurable Disease Has Stolen the Internet's Hearts
It's always so touching and meaningful when you get to watch a pet parent care for their fur or feather baby when they are sick or injured. It's such a sacred act to let others witness you caring for your pet when they are at their most helpless. It's a testament to the type of people the pet parents are who do everything in their power to make their animals feel as comfortable and as loved as possible. Plus, it provides comfort for other people going through the same thing. A popular Parrot and account on social media recently posted a video of one of their sweet Cockatoo who's sick, and the way this sweet bird looks to her mama for the comfort of touch is just so beautiful. The adorable video was uploaded to the TikTok account for @Parrotzeetvs, and the caption reads, "I was trying to encourage her to climb up but nope, she just wanted scritches... I'm always encouraging her to try things that she's a little worried about but only things I know she can do and do safely though of course." Oh, my heart!One person commented, "Bless you both." Another added, "She's just the most adorable baby ever." Here's this sweet girl trying out her new perch. As far as what's wrong with sweet Olive, one person suggested she suffers from PBFD, which stands for Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease. Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD), often called "bald cocky disease", is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease that affects cockatoos, parrots, and other psittacine birds. It primarily damages the feathers, beak, and immune system, leading to feather loss, beak deformities, and a weakened immune system. Now, Olive's mama didn't say this is what she has for sure but it doesn't look like moulting to me. Birds with PBFD have to be quarantined from other bird because this disease is contagious, and there's no cure. You have to keep their cage and area where they hang out super clean. and wash your own hands very carefully before and after handling them. PETMD also says that making sure your bird has very little stress may prolong their life. We hope the account holder knows how much we appreciate her sharing Olive with all of us, and we wish them both many more years with each other. 🐶SIGN UP to get 'pawsitivity' delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friends🐾🐾
