A grouping of three companies in Japan is exploring the feasibility of what they call ‘drone highways’ for logistics deliveries.
The three firms – TEPCO Ventures, Zenrin and Rakuten – announced that a successful demonstration test was conducted on 27 June to prove the concept. It took place in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, where a UAS flew 3km.
The goal is to utilise the airspace above infrastructure such as power lines, to create commercial UAS corridors.
The partners commented: ‘The drone successfully delivered boxed lunches to local residents while maintaining a safe distance from power transmission infrastructure.’
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