Geert van den Oetelaar
28 Februari 2024

Dear Friends and Supporters,

I’m thrilled to share with you a pivotal moment in our journey – the launch of Flying Forward Drone Ecosystem! It’s with immense pride and excitement that we unveil this platform, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to creating a dynamic online platform to achieve international connections, accelerate innovation and create a thriving community.

Welcome to Flying Forward Drone Ecosystem – where your journey to success takes flight. Experience a future without limits, where connections and seamless collaboration take place on one platform.

Flying Forward Drone Ecosystem isn’t just another online platform; it’s a place to explore opportunities and unlock a digital world with our feature-packed platform designed to empower and inspire.

• Collaboration: As Brainport citizens cooperation is in our DNA. Our informal way of working makes you feel like being part of our team.
• Excellence: Our curiosity for innovation motivates us every day to be better at our craft.
• Intimacy: Our independence gives confidence to all platform stakeholders that we represent their interests and use their feedback to improve our platform.

At its core, Flying Forward Drone Ecosystem is more than just a tool; it’s a digital environment developed on three building blocks:

• Collaboration Hub: Connecting industry stakeholders with the drone industry and other key-enabling technology industries. Join a diverse community of forward-thinkers, fostering collaboration without boundaries.
• Resource Center: Access curated insights, trends, and resources to stay ahead in your industry.
• Innovative Tools: Boost productivity and streamline your workflows through our Funding Radar, Funding Opportunities, Connection Catalyst and more.

As we embark on this new chapter together, we extend our gratitude to each and every one of you who has stood by us, shared our passion for collaboration and helped us develop this digital environment. Your support fuels our determination to achieve our mission; Elevating collaboration.

In the days and weeks ahead, we invite you to explore Flying Forward Drone Ecosystem, engage with fellow organizations, and embark on a journey of discovery unlike any other. Together, let’s embrace the boundless possibilities that lie ahead and chart a course towards a more connected future.

Thank you for being part of this incredible adventure. The best is yet to come.

You can check out the Drone Ecosystem here, and you can read our origin story here about why we are supported by both Brainport Development and the European Commission on developing this amazing European drone ecosystem.