Tokyo, October 31, 2024 – Terra Drone Corporation, a leading drone and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology company headquartered in Japan, along with its subsidiary Terra Drone Arabia—part of the Aramco portfolio and supported by Wa’ed Ventures—showcased its cutting-edge drone and AI-powered solutions at the inaugural TecShift Aramco Entrepreneurship Summit. Held at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran, this summit gathered top innovators, industry leaders, and startups from around the world to shape the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and sustainable growth in Saudi Arabia.
As Aramco’s flagship platform for entrepreneurship, TecShift attracted more than 5,000 experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from diverse sectors, including AI, sustainability, and manufacturing. The summit was designed to foster collaboration and spotlight pioneering solutions in line with Aramco’s vision of establishing a dynamic, technology-focused ecosystem positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for innovation.
The participation of Terra Drone at TecShift underscores Aramco’s commitment to supporting companies aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. As a leader in drone and geospatial solutions, Terra Drone presented innovative applications to enhance efficiency and safety in key sectors, including manufacturing and infrastructure.
Kota Kandori, Director of Terra Drone, shared insights during a panel discussion on the future of technology in Saudi Arabia. “Drones and AI are transforming manufacturing processes, significantly boosting both efficiency and safety. Through our initiatives in Saudi Arabia, we are introducing advanced solutions tailored to the Kingdom’s unique needs, thereby supporting the country’s growing technology ecosystem,” he remarked.
Kandori further highlighted Terra Drone Group’s strong commitment to Saudi Arabia, emphasizing progress in localization and collaboration with major industry partners, including Aramco. These strategic partnerships are advancing the integration of cutting-edge technology across Saudi Arabia, ultimately contributing to local economic and societal growth.
Kandori’s remarks align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes economic diversification and the development of emerging sectors like manufacturing. By leading advancements in drone and AI technology, Terra Drone is fostering transformative growth and supporting a sustainable, knowledge-based economy driven by technology and innovation.
About Terra Drone Arabia
Terra Drone Arabia is a premier provider of drone and geospatial solutions across the Middle East and Africa. With a mission to empower businesses through cutting-edge technology, Terra Drone Arabia offers services in land surveying, bathymetry, and data processing, among others. As part of the globally recognized Terra Drone Corporation, Terra Drone Arabia leverages international expertise to deliver innovative solutions tailored to diverse industries. Its expansion into the Saudi market reflects Terra Drone’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
About Terra Drone Corporation
Terra Drone Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a global leader in drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions. Dedicated to the mission of “Unlock ‘X’ Dimensions”, the company is committed to creating a prosperous future by “crossing” bridges—integrating diverse fields to foster innovation and find solutions. Specializing in surveying, inspections, agriculture, and UAS Traffic Management (UTM), Terra Drone serves industries such as oil and gas, construction, chemicals, energy, and agriculture.
With a portfolio of over 3,000 completed projects worldwide, Terra Drone has achieved significant milestones in the drone operations field. In July 2023, the company acquired a majority stake in Unifly, a world-leading provider of UTM platform, with deployments in over eight countries, followed by an investment in U.S.-based Aloft Technologies in February 2024, further expanding its capabilities in UTM.
Recognized by Drone Industry Insights as one of the top three industrial drone service providers globally for five consecutive years, Terra Drone aims to build the digital infrastructure necessary to unlock the full potential of drones and AAM solutions. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.terra-drone.net
