Drone

 

Robotics zone

 

Robotics demo

TECH IN ACTION

The Drone Zone is one of this year’s most exciting features, showcasing the latest in small and advanced drone sensors. As the industry rapidly evolves, drones are becoming increasingly sophisticated, driven by technological advancements in AI, RGB, LiDAR, and thermal imaging. These innovations are transforming drones into indispensable tools across both civil and defence sectors.

The Emergency Services Programme provides a dedicated platform for industry leaders and manufacturers to present their technology and sensors designed for frontline use. Applications span fire and rescue, policing, ambulance services, and search & rescue operations.

 

Drone cage

 

Drone cage

 

Drone demo

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

In partnership with TDR and UKERRO

Robotics
Drone 1
Robotics 2
DJI m400

For the Frontline

The frontline is evolving. Are you?

Visit the Drone & Robotics Zone to see the hardware built for the heat of the moment. From technical search to rapid situational awareness, find the tools that cut through the noise and get the job done.

Live Demonstrations

The Drone & Robotics Zone features two immersive testing environments.

The Drone Cage: Observe live flight demonstrations showcasing the latest in aerial surveillance and payload delivery.

The Robotics Arena: A hands-on space to interact with next-generation ground robotics, including quadruped and humanoid platforms designed for high-risk environments.

Test & Compare

See thermal comparison packs in action, experience LiDAR-based navigation, and witness the latest in advanced drone handling. This is your chance to compare sensors side by side and understand the capabilities that matter most on the ground.

Hands-On Experience

The Drone & Robotics Zone is open to everyone, whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned professional. Hands on sessions will give you the chance to try flying a small drone in a safe environment or controlling a quadruped/ humanoid robot around an arena, making this a highlight for both professionals and curious newbies!

DRONE & ROBOTICS NEWS

NOTTINGHAM POLICE TRIAL ROBOT DOG

Nottinghamshire Police is trialling a robot dog from NextGen Ri to support firearms officers in high-risk scenarios, using thermal imaging and 3D scanning to gather intelligence without putting lives at risk.

FIREFIGHTERS COMPLETE SPECIALIST DRONE TRAINING

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has trained its first operational crew members to pilot drones, giving incident commanders live aerial views of emergencies to improve situational awareness, speed up decision-making and keep firefighters safer at the scene.


 

DRONES ROLLED OUT ACROSS EVERY LONDON BOROUGH

The Met Police is expanding its drone programme to every London borough within the next year, with Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calling it a turning point for how technology is used to protect the public.


 

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