Inmarsat , the world leader in mobile satellite communications, today announced the launch of its advanced new connectivity solution Velaris , which is uniquely positioned to serve as a catalyst for the rapid and safe growth of the aerial vehicle industry. unmanned aircraft (UAV).
Powered by the global network of Inmarsat ELERA satellites, Velaris will provide secure communications for commercial UAVs – commonly known as drones – to fly beyond line of sight (BVLOS) and seamlessly integrate with aircraft in commercial airspace. Backed by military-grade cybersecurity, it enables operators to send their UAVs on long-haul flights and access various applications, such as real-time monitoring, to ensure safe integration with other air traffic. . Additionally, Velaris enables a single pilot to remotely operate multiple UAVs at scale, making operations more commercially viable.
Over the next seven years, the commercial unmanned aerial vehicle market is projected to grow from $2.32 billion in 2021 to $11.29 billion in 2028, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.39 % during this time. This will have a far-reaching impact on various aspects of business and society, ranging from cargo delivery, urban transport and surveillance to emergency services and disaster relief, including the supply of critical items such as medicines, test kits and food for remote communities.
To support this rapid growth, Velaris will unlock new digital automation capabilities unprecedented within the unmanned aerial vehicle industry, leading to significant advances in safety, productivity, customer service, location access and accuracy, while which will reduce the overall cost of operations. And, most importantly, it will also support the transport of people and goods in an environmentally friendly way.
“Commercial unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have the potential to revolutionize a wide range of different industries around the world. However, to truly harness their potential on a commercial scale, it is imperative that autonomous vehicles and unmanned aviation are integrate securely into managed commercial airspace – that’s exactly what Velaris will deliver, as Inmarsat ‘s first global connectivity solution for unmanned aerial vehicles, ” said Anthony Spouncer , senior director of UAVs and traffic management. Inmarsat drone .
Inmarsat ‘s unrivaled expertise in air traffic management and aviation security, combined with our well-established track record in civil and military UAV communications, ensures we can support global regulators, air navigation service providers and to UAV operators with seamless integration into the airspace. Furthermore, thanks to our ambitious and fully funded technology roadmap, including our brand new communications network of the future, ORCHESTRA, Velaris will continue to develop and evolve alongside the UAV industry, and will continue to be your go-to connectivity solution for years to come. decades,” adds Spouncer .
