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Aidoptation Raises EUR 20 Million to Scale Dual-Use AI and Autonomous Systems from DronePort
Aidoptation, a Belgian-American technology company and resident at DronePort since early 2025, has successfully secured EUR 20 million in additional financing to accelerate the development and industrialization of advanced AI-driven autonomous systems. The funding round reinforces DronePort’s role as a strategic hub for high-value, dual-use innovation at the intersection of mobility, security, and defence.
JK Invest and LRM increase capital for European expansion of AiroCollect
DronePort based company AiroCollect is gaining traction internationally, with customers in the Netherlands, France, England, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Poland. To accelerate this European growth, JK Invest and the Limburg investment company LRM are providing additional capital.
DronePort takes part in the 6th General Assembly of the Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation (AZEA)
On 27 October 2025, DronePort joined industry leaders, policymakers and innovators at EUROCONTROL in Brussels for the 6th General Assembly of the Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation (AZEA). As a proud member of the Alliance, DronePort supports AZEA’s mission to accelerate the deployment of electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft across Europe.
EDEN-Medical Kickoff Event at DronePort for Cross-Border Medical Drone Logistics
On October 28, DronePort welcomed more than 60 experts for the official EDEN-Medical Kickoff Event, an inspiring day dedicated to shaping the future of medical logistics across the Euregio Meuse-Rhine. The event brought together hospitals, universities, technology companies, and government representatives to explore how drone innovation and digital infrastructure can transform healthcare delivery across borders.
Citymesh relocates Remote Operation Center and Safety Drone Headquarters to DronePort
Sint-Truiden, 1 October 2025 – DronePort is proud to announce that Citymesh has officially opened the new headquarters of its Safety Drone division on our campus. This important milestone underlines both the rapid growth of Citymesh’s pioneering safety drone operations and the role of DronePort as a hub where innovative companies in aviation and drone technology come together to shape the future.
Cosmic Aerospace demonstrates CX-2 subscale of fully electric Skylark aircraft at DronePort
The Belgian-American start-up Cosmic Aerospace today unveiled at DronePort its new fully electric aircraft, the Skylark, designed for a range of up to 1,000 kilometers and seating 24 passengers. Test flights with the 1:10 subscale model of the aircraft (CX-2) have shown promising results, demonstrating the airworthiness of this entirely new aircraft design. The company also announced that, alongside the development of the fully electric Skylark, it is working on a second hybrid aircraft that will serve as a pragmatic stepping stone toward fully electric aviation from regional airports.
ZSE Technology and Toshiba Put Long-Range Drone Radar to the Test at DronePort
DronePort in Sint-Truiden is currently hosting a special test campaign that brings together Belgian technology company ZSE and Japanese giant Toshiba. Throughout September, the two partners are carrying out practical trials with Toshiba’s long-range radar, a system capable of detecting drones at long range. The aim is to explore how this radar can help protect airports, harbors, and other critical infrastructure, while also testing how it can integrate with ZSE’s radio frequency–based detection system.
SkeyDrone and DronePort Sint-Truiden Launch National Counter Drone Testing and Expertise Centre
SkeyDrone and DronePort Sint-Truiden are proud to announce a strategic partnership to establish Belgium’s first permanent Drone Detection & Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Testing and Expertise Centre. This national hub will enable manufacturers of detection and C-UAS systems to test, validate and demonstrate their solutions, and integrate them into a comprehensive, multi-layered C-UAS system designed for both defence and civil authority use.
Aidoptation Unveils Autonomously driving Maserati and Prepares for Highway Testing Across Europe
This past weekend, DronePort was excited to join Aidoptation in Monza for the unveiling of its next-generation autonomous vehicle platform, built on the fully electric Maserati GranTurismo Folgore. The announcement marks a key milestone in the transition of cutting-edge racing technology to real-world mobility—and highlights the central role of DronePort as a hub for innovation in autonomous mobility.
DroneLand introduces Belgium’s first mobile drone hub: DJI Dock 3 unlocking new opportunities for automated and remote controlled drone operations
On May 14, DroneLand unveiled its newest innovation at DronePort in Sint-Truiden: the Pick-Hub, Belgium’s first fully mobile drone deployment unit built around the new DJI Dock 3. Presented to an audience of professionals from various sectors, the Pick-Hub is designed to make automated drone operations faster, easier, and more flexible than ever before — without the need for fixed infrastructure or an on-site pilot.
Kick-off of the Interreg EDEN-Medical project: a new era for cross-border medical drone logistics
At DronePort, we’re excited to officially announce our partnership in the groundbreaking EDEN-Medical project. As a hub for drone innovation and carbon free and autonomous mobility through the air, we’re proud to contribute to a visionary initiative that harnesses drone technology to improve healthcare logistics across borders. Together with leading hospitals, research institutions, and regional authorities, EDEN-Medical is set to transform the way critical medical supplies are transported—enhancing speed, security, and cooperation across the Meuse-Rhine region.
Citymesh first responder drone activated at DronePort, the first DiaB installed on an active airport
Citymesh has launched Belgium’s first permanently stationed intervention drone at an active airport, at DronePort in Sint-Truiden. Fully integrated with the local emergency services, the drone can take off within 90 seconds of an emergency call and stream live footage to the South-West Limburg Emergency Services Zone control room.
DronePort hosts world record with 1,150 Teslas and 150 drones in a spectacular synchronized light show
DronePort proudly announces the successful staging of a record-breaking spectacle that united innovation, sustainable mobility, and creative technology on its 3,4 km runway. A total of 1,150 Tesla vehicles—including four Cybertrucks and six Juniper Model Y cars—formed a dazzling, synchronized light show, complemented by 150 drones orchestrated by Dutch Drone Shows.
Aidoptation officially kicks off the race for commercial applications of autonomous technology from DronePort
The American non-profit organization Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) announced that it had chosen Belgium’s DronePort as the global base for its commercial spin-off Aidoptation. Today, the first autonomous racing car arrived from the United States at DronePort in Sint-Truiden. This marks the official start of developing a wide range of commercial solutions based on the cutting-edge technology that aims to lead to a smarter and safer future. More specifically, Aidoptation will focus in Sint-Truiden on autonomous systems for various types of vehicles, as well as on a broad spectrum of applications, ranging from industrial automation and logistics to agriculture, entertainment, and e-sports.
ADLC secures €2M in seed funding and lands at DronePort – Brustem Airport
ADLC, a pioneering drone logistics company, has successfully raised €2.08 million in seed funding to accelerate its growth and further expand its services in the maritime and offshore industry. The investment round was led by Galactic Beacon Ventures (GBV), alongside co-lead investor LRM, Port of Antwerp-Bruges and NXT II, with the support of PwC – Next Level as financial/fundraising advisors and Van Olmen & Wynant as legal advisors. Moreover, we are delighted to welcome ADLC as a new resident on our DronePort business campus in Sint-Truiden, the innovation hub for autonomous mobility on the ground and in the air.
Limburg’s startup climate takes off again: over 9,300 new companies in 2024 and a growing drone ecosystem
Limburg’s entrepreneurial landscape is soaring again. According to Voka – KvK Limburg’s latest analysis, our province welcomed 9,309 new startups in 2024—a 9% increase compared to 8,558 in 2023. That revival is close to the record of 2021 (9,491) and contributed to more than 1,000 new jobs last year. Over the past five years, startups in Limburg have jointly created nearly 9,000 jobs, highlighting their significant impact on our local economy.
DronePort hosts successful Tesla Experience Event together with Belfius Hasselt
DronePort teamed up with Belfius Region Hasselt to host an incredible Tesla Experience event. Nearly 100 bank directors from independent Belfius branches across Antwerp, Limburg, and Flemish Brabant gathered at DronePort on November 14, 2024 to delve into the future of sustainable mobility. The attendees were given the unique opportunity to test drive the full range of Tesla models—including the Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X—experiencing firsthand the cutting-edge technology and performance that Tesla vehicles offer.
DronePort welcomes Isabelle Denys as new Campus Coordinator
We’re delighted to welcome Isabelle Denys as the new Campus Coordinator at DronePort. Isabelle stepped into her new role two weeks ago, bringing an impressive background and a lifelong passion for aviation. She takes over from Khrysthyna, who will continue to support the transition over the coming months and wrap up her responsibilities by the end of the year.