Port of Antwerp-Bruges (POAB) has utilized an operational drone-as-a-service (DAAS) network in recent years to support various operational processes in the port area. The current agreement for this drone network is expiring, prompting POAB to seek a new partner capable of providing DAAS and executing drone innovation projects on a project basis. The DAAS assignment includes two components: on one hand, Drone Flight Services, where the contractor is responsible for the complete flight execution by certified pilots, including mission support and data acquisition, and on the other hand, Drone Hardware-as-a-Service, where drone platforms and sensors are made available for use by pilots from the contractor, including maintenance and technical support. Both components will be procured together according to operational needs. This modular approach offers the client maximum flexibility regarding the services and hardware/software provisions, which can evolve with technological advancements. This DAAS assignment combines one integrated service, deploying automated drones to support various operational applications within the port platforms of Antwerp and Zeebrugge. In addition to DAAS, POAB also aims to explore and validate innovative drone technologies and new use cases within the duration of the agreement. The DAAS assignment will be offered as a service model throughout the duration of the new agreement, while the innovation projects will be carried out on a project basis.

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Framework Agreement for Operational Drone Capacity for Port of Antwerp-Bruges.
Port of Antwerp-Bruges (POAB) has utilized an operational drone-as-a-service (DAAS) network in recent years to support various operational processes in the port area. The current agreement for this drone network is expiring, prompting POAB to seek a new partner capable of providing DAAS and executing drone innovation projects on a project basis. The DAAS assignment includes two components: on one hand, Drone Flight Services, where the contractor is responsible for the complete flight execution by certified pilots, including mission support and data acquisition, and on the other hand, Drone Hardware-as-a-Service, where drone platforms and sensors are made available for use by pilots from the contractor, including maintenance and technical support. Both components will be procured together according to operational needs. This modular approach offers the client maximum flexibility regarding the services and hardware/software provisions, which can evolve with technological advancements. This DAAS assignment combines one integrated service, deploying automated drones to support various operational applications within the port platforms of Antwerp and Zeebrugge. In addition to DAAS, POAB also aims to explore and validate innovative drone technologies and new use cases within the duration of the agreement. The DAAS assignment will be offered as a service model throughout the duration of the new agreement, while the innovation projects will be carried out on a project basis.