A new model for VLOS-compliant operations
The Pick-Hub enables fully automated drone missions in any environment. The unit contains two DJI Dock 3 systems, each housing a high-performance drone (Matrice 4D or 4TD) capable of launching autonomously within 15 seconds. Once the vehicle-mounted unit is on location, it’s ready for operation within minutes. This significantly reduces setup time and extends the practical reach of drone technology for many professional use cases.
The mobile nature of the Pick-Hub also offers a practical solution for VLOS (Visual Line of Sight) regulations. Since the system is mounted on a standard vehicle, a local driver or field technician can accompany the unit and maintain visual contact with the drone during flight or intervene if necessary, even if the drone operator remains at a remote command center. This hybrid approach ensures that missions remain compliant with current legislation, even when the pilot isn’t physically present at the deployment site.
This model opens the door to flexible, scalable drone operations: a single operator can control flights across different locations throughout the day, while the Pick-Hub is transported from site to site. By rotating the deployment across locations, organizations only need to invest in one system to service multiple sites, improving return on investment and operational efficiency.
Broad applications across industries
During the demonstration at DronePort, attendees witnessed how the Pick-Hub executes fully automated missions: take-off, flight, and landing — all remotely controlled through DJI FlightHub 2. The system proved its value across several sectors:
- Infrastructure inspections: Power lines, wind turbines, and railway tracks can be inspected from the air immediately after storm damage or outages, without sending a full crew to the scene.
- Emergency response: Civil protection teams can position the Pick-Hub at a safe distance from incidents while receiving live aerial footage in real time to support better decision-making.
- Temporary security: At festivals, construction sites, or large events, the system can be deployed quickly to perform recurring surveillance flights and moved to a new location as needed.
- Agriculture: Farmers can monitor crops, detect wildlife, or check irrigation without being physically present in the field.
- Construction monitoring: Builders and developers can use the system to capture daily visual updates, check site safety, or measure progress — all automatically and remotely.
From prototype to real-world deployment
“With Pick-Hub, we’re taking drone automation out of fixed, fenced locations and into the real world,” says Vincent Van Schijndel, CEO of DroneLand. “Until now, drone-in-a-box systems were limited by their permanent setups. Our mobile solution gives companies the freedom to deploy where the need is, when the need is — without duplicating infrastructure or staff.”
The response from the professional community was very positive. Representatives from utility companies, emergency services, and the construction sector expressed strong interest in the Pick-Hub’s potential to reduce operational costs, increase flexibility, and scale drone deployment without increasing complexity.
More about DJI Dock 3
The DJI Dock 3 supports 24/7 remote operations, even in extreme weather conditions. It is compatible with DJI’s Matrice 4D and 4TD drones, known for their long flight times, advanced camera systems, and rugged reliability. The system enables vehicle-mounted deployments for the first time in DJI’s ecosystem, making it ideal for dynamic use cases like inspections, emergency response, or monitoring remote infrastructure. When integrated with DJI FlightHub 2, operators gain access to intelligent route planning, real-time alerts, and remote fleet control.
Available for purchase or rental
The full solution, including the vehicle, DJI Dock 3 systems, and supporting software, is now available for purchasethanks to a partnership between DroneLand and Van Mossel. Organizations that prefer a more flexible approach can also rent the exact same setup that was demonstrated during the event at DronePort. This makes it easy to test the concept in the field or use it for specific short-term operations without a large upfront investment.
For more information or to request a demo, visit DroneLand.be.
