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ADLC advances BVLOS cargo operations in Singapore
DronePort resident A Drone Logistics Company (ADLC) has completed a full terminal to mainland cargo drone mission over Singaporean waters, marking another important step towards routine BVLOS cargo operations in one of the world’s busiest and most complex maritime environments.
Cosmic Aerospace Unveils Cosmic One, an All-Electric Aircraft Built for the FAA’s New MOSAIC Certification Pathway
DronePort resident Cosmic Aerospace recently announced Cosmic One, a premium four-seat all-electric aircraft designed specifically to be certified under the FAA’s new MOSAIC rules, and named Centennial Flyers, one of the largest flight clubs in the country, as its first U.S. launch customer.
Aidoptation Receives Approval for First Fully Autonomous Driving Tests on Highways in the European Union
The Limburg-based autonomous vehicle technology company has received authorization from Belgian authorities to test fully autonomous (Level 4) driving on public highways up to the 120kph speed limit. A first milestone in the EU for testing life-saving autonomous technology in high-speed scenarios where road accidents are most severe.
DronePort and Cronos Defence to collaborate on defence, drones and digital innovation
DronePort and Cronos Defence announce a strategic collaboration to further strengthen the development, application and training around drone and defence technology. The collaboration is being launched today during More Than Drones, the first networking event bringing together the DronePort and Cronos ecosystems, marking the starting point for further cooperation.
Hasp-O Centrum and DronePort build a bridge between education, industry and innovation
Hasp O Centrum and DronePort are exploring how they can bring young people closer to the technologies and careers of the future. Through a concrete and hands on collaboration, the secondary school in Sint Truiden and the innovative business campus aim to strengthen the connection between education, industry and innovation.
Dubai Based Drone Company EANAN Chooses DronePort as Its European Base
DronePort is welcoming EANAN as a new resident company at its aviation campus in Sint-Truiden. The UAE based advanced air mobility company will use DronePort as its European base for flight testing, demonstrations, customer specific mission development and future operational deployments across the region.
ADLC reaches major milestone with LUC certification for BVLOS cargo drone operations
ADLC, a DronePort resident company and leading Belgian drone logistics operator, has reached a major milestone by obtaining a Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC) for the transport of goods, including dangerous goods, with cargo drones.
DronePort and SOLiTHOR collaborate on next-generation battery solutions for Aerospace, Defence and Aviation (ADA)
DronePort and SOLiTHOR, deep-tech developers of a unique next-generation rechargeable solid-state lithium battery technology, have entered into a long-term collaboration aimed at accelerating battery innovation for Aerospace, Defence and Aviation (ADA).
Agilica pioneers permanent test and demo installation at DronePort for UWB positioning, enabling safe drone landings in complex environments
Agilica is installing a permanent UWB positioning system in DronePort’s drone cage. This installation enables drones to hover, hold position, and land with extremely high precision under challenging conditions.
Helicus tests and demonstrates second generation Drone Cargo Port at DronePort
Helicus demonstrated its second generation of the Automated Drone Cargo Port (DCP) on Tuesday at DronePort. This technology, developed in Belgium, connected autonomous drone flights with fully automated ground handling and represented a significant breakthrough in scalable drone logistics.
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.