Only together can we accelerate the UxV world we all share great enthusiasm for!
VDSP Drone Community
Being a renowned hub within the drone ecosystem, we surround ourselves with leading people, organizations and technologies within triple-helix and quadruple-helix (Academia - Government - Industry - Civil society).
The community built around unmanned technologies and UxV is our backbone for driving collaboration, innovation, industry growth and new business opportunities for the community. Through the community we also stay in the loop and acquire new knowledge and share it when possible, as well as match needs and opportunities within areas of interest.
The international network has built up over the years and we are right now in the process of formalising the growing VDSP Drone Community in a more structured way. Categorizing, finding out interest, what’s offered to the community etc.
Joining the community comes with no obligations, it´s free of charge, leave the community whenever you want and at this stage just a simple form and submit and you’re in for a future drone ride!
Networking and relevant context
VDSP is active in different relevant context to contribute, acquire new knowledge as well as influence for better terms for the drone industry in large. Below are examples of VDSP engagements in different forums and constellations.
Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences Business Council
VDSP is a proud member together with approx 250 people representing triple-helix (Academia – Industry – Government)
Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP)
VDSP works very close to WARA-PS (WASP Research Arena for Public Safety) that since 2018 have their practical research and conference activities in Västervik (Gränsö Castle). In 2024 a deepened long-term collaboration was initiated within different areas e.g. WASP-WARA-PS Demonstration week and UAS Forum.
“Drone Network”
A part of Swedish Confederation of Transport Enterprises. VDSP is a member of the network that e.g. works with influencing national policy’s and regulations.
EU UAS Test Centre Alliance
A network for UAS testbeds in Europe, in which VDSP is a part of. The network works with different topics of interest.
AERO European Digital Innovation Hub
VDSP is part of the network within their operations.
“SKR Drone Network” (Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions)
VDSP is part of the network that works with drone related topics relevant to government.
Nordic Testbed Network
Works for digital transformation in the Nordic bioeconomy (e.g. agriculture, forest) where UXV have an import role.
Businness partners and supporters
We have different business partners and supporters and are right now formalising and setting up a new partner and supporter program within different areas and levels.
Since VDSP is foundation-owned a partner or sponsor is assured that possible operational revenue goes back to daily operations supporting the evolvement within UXV and unmanned technologies.
If you are interested to know more, do not hesitate to contact us.
- Academic Ascenders – within the academic world
- Community Co-pilots – supporting the VDSP Drone community
- Drones Den – investor network
- Hovering Helpers - event, marketing, and office partners
- Maritime Mavericks – water-based drones
- Mission Mappers – security and military focus
- Payload Pioneers – payloads and sensors
- Propel Partners – business development
- Public Pilots – public or government
- Skyline Spearheads – aerial-based drones
- Tech Tinkerers – hardware and software
- Terra Trailblazers – land-based drones
- Wingmen – VDSP partners who share the long term visions and aim high in their support and aspirations
A few examples
ACC Group
Drone developer/manufacturer e.g. world’s largest quadcopter Thunderwasp GT.
AM PrintService/AM Efficiency
Well known adaptive 3D print experts within polymers and metal, invcluding post-processing through own products.
Resenit
Precision machined components and assembled products made of polymeric materials.
Marström
Leading carbon fiber experts with unique adaptive printing methods, sprung out of the marine industry.
Westbay Solutions
Unique customized vehicle/trailer solutions with main market within defence.
CNC Plåt
Experts in sheet metal processing, complete service company with a high degree of automation.