We participated on September 29–30, 2025, at the DroneX Tradeshow & Conference at ExCeL London – one of Europe’s leading trade fairs for autonomous systems, eVTOLs, and drone logistics.
The event impressively demonstrated how the future of air mobility is evolving and highlighted the regulatory, technological, and economic trends shaping this rapidly growing market.
A particular highlight was the presentation by Sofia Stayte from the UK Department for Transport, who introduced the national Future of Flight Programme.
The programme illustrates how government, industry, and research in the United Kingdom are working hand in hand to pave the way for a new era of air mobility.
Key insights from the United Kingdom:
Governance: Close collaboration between government, industry, and regulatory authorities is accelerating innovation and fostering public acceptance.
Strategic Roadmap: By 2030, drones and eVTOLs are expected to be fully integrated into public spaces.
Public Services: Drones are already being used by fire brigades, police, coast guard, and local authorities—delivering measurable efficiency gains.
Economy and Sustainability: The programme forecasts annual value creation worth several billion pounds and a reduction of up to 2.4 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Regulation and Safety: A clearly defined roadmap through 2028 sets the foundation for BVLOS operations, drone transport, and eVTOL flights.
Trade Fair Facts:
The DroneX Tradeshow & Conference 2025 featured more than 300 exhibitors, around 3,000 industry professionals, and over 100 expert presentations.
Discussions covered topics such as Urban Air Mobility, BVLOS operations, public safety, defense, and integration into controlled airspace.
Panels and presentations by organizations such as NATS, Frontex, Bristow, and the National Police Air Service (NPAS) provided practical insights into ongoing projects.
In addition, the UK drone association ARPAS-UK presented its new report “Drones in Action”, highlighting real-world use cases in infrastructure, energy, and public safety.
Conclusion:
The impressions from London show that the UK’s Future of Flight Programme is a strong example of how a clear regulatory framework can accelerate innovation.
For Staff-Eye GmbH, this serves as a valuable inspiration to continue driving the integration of autonomous systems across Germany and Europe — both on the ground and in the air.
