Dayton and Cincinnati companies will soon have an opportunity to test and engage in last-mile drone delivery. The local program follows testing with major companies like Kroger and Papa Johns
Innovative aviation company Drone Express recently announced the launch of their Local Partnership Program, aimed at improving last-mile delivery services in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. After several successful national programs with The Kroger Company, Papa Johns International and Winsupply, Drone Express is seeking partnerships with local businesses to demonstrate the many benefits of drone delivery in local communities.
The last mile of delivery is often the most challenging and costly aspect of the delivery process as well as what Drone Express considers the most critical. It's where the customer experience is ultimately determined and where businesses can differentiate themselves from their competitors, while reducing delivery costs for businesses.
In the past 60 days, Drone Express reports that Silicon Valley venture capitalists have invested over $330 million in the drone delivery industry, reflecting the increasing demand for innovative and efficient last-mile delivery solutions.
Through the Local Partnership Program, the drone company is seeking partnerships with local businesses in various industries, including retail, food, healthcare and automotive. Partners will work closely with Drone Express to identify specific delivery needs and develop tailored solutions to meet them.
"We are thrilled to launch our Local Partnership Program, which will enable us to work closely with local businesses to provide fast, efficient, and safe delivery services to their customers," said Beth Flippo, CEO of Drone Express. "Our AI drone technology is designed to make last-mile delivery more convenient, affordable, and environmentally friendly, and we look forward to working with local businesses to make this a reality."
More about Drone Express and recent successes
Drone Express is an innovative aviation company disrupting last-mile logistics by embracing autonomous flight. Founded in 2018, the company uses drones to make safe, reliable, autonomous, eco-friendly package delivery to customers across the country.
Drone Express has secured strategic nationwide corporate partnerships with Kroger, Papa Johns, Winsupply and other retailers.
At the end of 2022, the company announced a partnership with Microsoft Corp to utilize its AI to develop an advanced drone software, which would further enable safe delivery without constant human observation. In 2023, Drone Express received a $250,000 investment from out-of-state companies to help solve issues plaguing the American supply chain.
The Dayton company has also earned a limited spot in Part 135 Unmanned Domestic Air Carrier Certification program through extensive work with the FAA. Drone Express will be one of only a few companies certified to perform unmanned beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) in the United States.
