The Directorate General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) and SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking organised the EU Drone Days. Over the course of the event, participants gained key insights into the Commission’s Drone Strategy 2.0., and joined in discussions on how ready the European drone sector is to make U-space a reality. Participants also enjoyed an exhibition of the latest industry innovations in urban air mobility and SESAR 2020 U-space projects.
29 November, 13:30-19:00: Launch of the European Drone Strategy 2.0
The EU Drone Days kicked off with the launch of the forward-looking European Drone Strategy 2.0, intended to foster uptake of drone technology, while ensuring safety, security and social acceptance. Panel discussions with industry and policy experts examined in detail the areas covered by the Strategy, including innovative air mobility and aerial services, and strengthening European civil, security and defence industry capabilities. European Commissioner for Transport Adina Vălean, and Director-General for Mobility and Transport Henrik Hololei spoke at the event.
30 November, 8:30-17:30: SESAR 3 JU U-space Showcase event
On day two, the SESAR 3 JU hosted a U-space Showcase event. This was an opportunity for the European drone community to present and discuss progress towards making U-space a reality, and to explore the results of the SESAR 2020 programme of U-space research and demonstration projects. Find hereafter the interactive map of the U-space Showcase.
Replay of the event
Day 1
Day 2: U-space Showcase
Panel and presentations: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5