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Mergers, acquisitions, insolvencies, tenders, results and share prices of drone companies.
ZenaTech takes its drone services network to 29 acquisitions
The professional discovers an opaque offering: no published pricing, little field feedback and no announced European presence, while net loss and acquisition costs remain undisclosed. The reported growth does not allow comparing outsourcing and insourcing or measuring its profitability.
DJI retains 70% of the civil drone market in 2026
The 2026 ranking of civil drone brands published by Global Brands Magazine confirms DJI's dominance with 70% of the market, but reveals the emergence of competitors such as Autel, Holy Stone and Potensic gaining ground. For a European professional, this landscape implies choosing between a mature ecosystem and less constrained alternatives, in a US regulatory context
Savback and Dufour sign a protocol for three Aero-200 in Sweden
For a professional, the offer remains difficult to assess: price, availability and field feedback are lacking, and administrative delays such as image permits weigh on the schedule. The survey shows an industry that is structuring itself, but increased obstacles for operators in the Specific and Certified categories.
Tikehau Capital set to take control of Toulouse-based drone maker Delair
A private equity player wants to support a French manufacturer of certified observation drones, focused on mapping, security and defense. For operators already equipped, no change is announced regarding support, spare parts or maintenance.
HyLight raises €13M to move to 15 inspection airships in 2027
HyLight announces a €13 million funding round to industrialize its autonomous inspection airships. The company aims to replace helicopter missions at Enedis, NaTran, Téréga, SNCF Réseau and VINCI, with a target of 15 aircraft in 2027.