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Aerial Shipping

Demand for flexible shipping solutions sees drone technology become utilized

Implications - The surge of online shoppers has helped to reinvigorate the shipping industry, which is now turning to drone technology for a quick, efficient method to ship goods on a domestic -- and in some cases -- international level. This economical method expands traditional boundaries for shipping and enables brands to become more self-sufficient.
Trend Themes
1. Drone Delivery - The increased demand for flexible and efficient shipping solutions has led to the rise of drone technology for shipping goods which creates an opportunity for start-up drone companies.
2. Autonomous Delivery - The development of autonomous drones and vehicles can revolutionize the delivery industry and reduce response times, which can lead to the development of self-sufficient shipping options.
3. Surprise Delivery Campaigns - Surprise delivery campaigns using innovative delivery methods, such as drones, are an effective marketing strategy that can increase brand awareness and customer loyalty.
Industry Implications
1. Logistics - The logistics sector can adopt drone technology to improve delivery efficiency and create a competitive edge in the market.
2. Retail - Retail companies can incorporate autonomous delivery services for customers to improve online shopping experiences and increase customer loyalty.
3. Marketing - The advertising industry can utilize surprise delivery campaigns to create unique brand experiences and increase customer engagement.
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Champagne Drone Deliveries
Champagne Drone Deliveries
Las Vegas' Marquee Dayclub Offers a Luxury Hi-Tech Bottle Service
Requesting another bottle of champagne has been given a futuristic makeover at the Marquee Dayclub in Las Vegas, Nevada, thanks to drone deliveries. Instead of being waited hand and foot by human... MORE
Ecommerce Delivery Drones
Ecommerce Delivery Drones
The New Amazon Prime Air Drone Delivers Packages in 30-Minutes
The announcement of Amazon Prime Air took place some time ago, but the brand is continuing to forge a new level of expertise in the area of ecommerce delivery with the new Amazon Prime Air Drone... MORE
Autonomous Delivery Drones
Autonomous Delivery Drones
Google's Project Wing is Developing Drones that Deliver Packages
Project Wing is a Google X research project that is focusing on the development of a drone-based delivery system that uses autonomous drones. The drones would be able to deliver packages when and... MORE
play_circle_filledMail Delivery Drones
Mail Delivery Drones
Amazon Prime Air is a Futuristic Aerial Mail Delivery Service That Uses UAVs
Amazon Prime Air is a project from Amazon’s research and development team, aimed at introducing a new type of mail delivery system by drone. The goal of the system is not only to make same-day... MORE
play_circle_filledBook Delivery Drones
Book Delivery Drones
The Zookal Textbook Drones Make Ordering Required Readings a Breeze
Students in Australia are going to be able to get their textbooks delivered right to their smartphones thanks to the Zookal textbook drones. The drones were built by a startup company called Flirtey... MORE
Beer-Delivering Helicopters
Beer-Delivering Helicopters
This Beer Drone Delivers Directly to You Without You Having to Move
Having a beer drone is so marvelous it doesn’t seem like it could exist in the real world. Being able to literally have a helicopter grab your beer and deliver it straight to your door step... MORE
play_circle_filledUnmanned Cargo Drones
Unmanned Cargo Drones
The Compact 'Cargo Unmanned Air System' Can Carry Surprisingly Heavy Loads
The Cargo Unmanned Air System (Cargo UAS) is a drone, still under development, that aims to well and truly stand out among other cargo-carrying drones. The highlight of this particular drone... MORE
play_circle_filledSurprise Delivery Campaigns
Surprise Delivery Campaigns
Tesco Lotus Express Treats People in Thailand to Unexpected Gifts
In order to promote the Tesco Lotus Express chain in Bangkok, a unique stunt was set up in order to thank ordinary people using a surprise delivery. The brand arranged for Doraemon-themed cups to... MORE

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