Round up of Aerial Cities 2023

DroneTalks hosted the exclusive, invite-only Aerial Cities 2023, uniting industry leaders, government officials, and users to discuss the future of drone technology in urban settings. With the drone market's value at $127 billion in 2022, collaboration between the private sector and governments is crucial. The conference served as a key platform for such discussions, aiming to integrate advanced air mobility into future cityscapes.

Over two days, Aerial Cities 2023 presented 15 panels, featuring governments, cities, and drone organizations. Key sponsors like Spright and the Bern Development Agency, and speakers like Joseph Resnik and Rene Binnewerg, shared insights on drone technology applications. 

Roles and responsibilities of national, regional and local governments regarding the management of aerial cities  panel reviewed recent advancements in this field. It emphasized the changing roles of national, regional, and local governments. Panelists included Eileen Quinlivan of Dublin City Council, Dr. Sebastian Friess from the Bern Economic Development Agency, Marcel Kägi of the Federal Office of Civil Aviation Switzerland, Darryl Abelscroft from the UK Department for Transport, and Giovanni Di Antonio of the Italian Civil Aviation Authority.

Topics like the use of drones in aerial hospitals and Zurich's drone corridor demonstrated practical applications. Aerialoop and Skyportz discussed their business models and the advanced air mobility market's economic impact. The conference also explored the evolving roles of governments in managing aerial cities, with speakers from various governmental bodies.

Financial aspects of aerial city development were discussed, focusing on investment opportunities and revenue models. User experiences in policing, medical logistics, and infrastructure inspection highlighted drones' diverse applications. Panels also drew parallels with disruptive technologies like e-scooters and AirBnB.

Interactive Q&A sessions followed each panel, fostering active participation. The event's dynamic discussions and networking opportunities reinforced its status as a cornerstone event in urban air mobility. Over 115 decision-makers from various regions attended, reflecting the event's significance in the drone and advanced air mobility industry.

The conference covered a wide range of topics, from aviation issues to global growth challenges and tech spotlights. Looking forward to Aerial Cities 2024, DroneTalks invites readers to consider attending and exploring sponsorship packages.

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