Kite (TM)

Swoop Aero

KiteTM is an FAA certified drone for logistics application in urban settings.

Product description Brand name and product description

 KiteTM is a drone and logistic system with a software that includes flight route planning, grounds control tools, and redundancy in the communication with the aircraft through satellite, internet, and other links. This product is intended to be applied in logistics and delivery solutions in urban settings and in regions with aerial access.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

This product is currently distributed in Australia; however, the manufacturer aims to expand globally. The manufacturer has signed various partnerships with social impact organizations to give solutions to logistics problems in regions such as: Namibia, Malawi, Sierra Leone, among others.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

KiteTM has a registered partnership with the Australian aerospace business, quick step. The partner organization offers Swoop Aero with engineering and manufacturing services.

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

The Principal unmanned medical transport devices manufacturer per region are Zipline, Wings for Aid, Mamabird and Drones for Development Dr.One in African countries; Ambulance Drone, Matternet M2, Vayu Drones,  M3 Drone and Nuuva in the European and American countries; among others.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being 

Goal 9: Industry, innovation, and infrastructure

Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

 Target users include: logistics and transportation companies, government, or humanitarian organization.

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