Dutch consultancy Inspir8ion is actively working on a perspective for the Port of Rotterdam to implement drone regulations in collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, EUROCONTROL, SESAR Joint Undertaking and several sectors active in the Port’s context.
“The U-Space Airspace prototype in Rotterdam is designed to establish a comprehensive framework for managing drone traffic in low-altitude airspace,” said Inspir8ion founder Arthur Dallau in a LinkedIn post. “This involves Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems that monitor and control drone operations, ensuring safe integration with other port activities and manned aviation.” Dallau said the prototype addresses key challenges such as defining airspace roles, setting technical requirements, and balancing safety with opportunities for drone services. “The project is also creating a model for collaborative governance by involving stakeholders from authorities, municipalities, and industry, making it a forerunner for other European ports.”
Dallau said the Port of Rotterdam and DronePort Rotterdam are strengthening ties with the ports of Antwerp-Bruges and Hamburg and Windrove to form a “strategic pact” of Europe’s largest ports. “This collaboration aims to demonstrate how drone innovations can be seamlessly integrated into complex operational environments, enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability across interconnected port ecosystems,” Dallau said.
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