Future Drone Applications in Focus During Four Themed Days

“It’s fantastic to see the level of engagement and interest our themed days have generated. Visitors have been curious, asked many questions, and contributed to insightful discussions. Equally valuable have been the meetings between people from different sectors. For us, it was important to create an arena where knowledge, experiences, and ideas could be shared, and I truly believe we achieved that,” says Henrik Littorin, Program Manager at Arctic Aviation Hub.

Society Expo is one of Sweden’s largest initiatives focused on societal development and serves as a meeting place for people, ideas, and innovation. Over the course of two weeks, the city of Skellefteå was filled with activities, seminars, and experiences showcasing both today’s solutions and tomorrow’s possibilities.

As part of the program, Skellefteå Droneport hosted four themed days where participants could explore different applications of drone technology in greater depth. At Skellefteå Droneport, a testing environment for companies, researchers, and public sector organizations, a natural meeting place was created for knowledge exchange, dialogue, and new collaborations.

Around 100 participants from industry, the public sector, academia, and civil society attended the events. In addition to presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities, participants were able to watch live drone flights and demonstrations on site. The combination of theory and practical demonstrations provided a tangible understanding of how the technology is being used today and the opportunities it offers for the future.

A common theme throughout all four days was how new technologies can contribute to a more sustainable, efficient, and resilient society. Whether the focus was on public services, forestry and agriculture, total defence, or future transportation systems, it became clear that drone technology has an important role to play in shaping the solutions of tomorrow.

Voices from the Themed Days