On May 24, the “2024 8th World Drone Congress and International Low-Altitude Economy and Unmanned Systems Expo/9th Shenzhen International UAV Exhibition/Autonomous Driving and Unmanned Vehicle Technology Exhibition” opened at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. Organized by several Chinese associations and hosted by Shenzhen-based industry associations, the event features over 40 parallel forums and 60 technical exchange meetings on topics like drones, low-altitude economy, eVTOL technology, and AI robots. Nearly 500 companies are showcasing more than 4,000 new drone products, including several Airmobi products exhibited by Airmobi’s distributors. These exhibits feature various fixed-wing and VTOL models such as the Skyeye 3600 VTOL, Skyeye 5000 VTOL, and Skyeye 6000.
Highlights and Discussions
The conference addresses topics such as low-altitude digital transportation, low-altitude flight services, eVTOL technological innovation and application, low-altitude airspace management, logistics and emergency drones, AI robots, manned unmanned aerial vehicles, low-speed unmanned vehicles, and aquatic unmanned systems. Over 400 renowned scholars, experts, and entrepreneurs are participating through keynote reports, speeches, and roundtable discussions, exploring the development and application of low-altitude economy and unmanned systems.
Shenzhen UAV Show
2024 Shenzhen UAV Show
World Drone Congress
Extensive Exhibition
Nearly 500 companies from home and abroad are exhibiting over 4,000 new drone systems. The exhibition area covers 35,000 square meters indoors and 30,000 square meters outdoors, with 16 drone competitions and performances scheduled. The event aims to drive innovation and development in the low-altitude economy through various activities.
eVTOL Commercialization
eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) technology is rapidly advancing towards commercialization, highlighted by discussions on accelerating airworthiness certification to support the industry. By 2030, eVTOL is expected to integrate into various aspects of life, significantly boosting the low-altitude economy and creating a trillion-dollar market. Companies like EHang, XPeng, and Volocopter are leading the charge with new eVTOL products and test flights.
Drone Industry Growth
Drones have become a crucial driver of the low-altitude economy, supporting sectors like emergency rescue, logistics, agriculture, power inspection, and urban planning. By the end of 2023, China had over 19,000 drone operators, generating an annual output value of 152 billion yuan. Shenzhen alone houses over 1,730 drone-related companies, contributing 96 billion yuan.
Awards and Standards
The event includes awards for significant contributions to the drone industry and the release of several industry reports and standards. These include the “2024 Drone and Low-Altitude Economy Development Report,” “2024 eVTOL Industry Development Report,” and technical requirements for various drone systems.
