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In high-stakes emergencies, every second counts. The ability to access critical information at the right moment often determines the success of a response. However, responders face significant challenges in maintaining situational awareness and operational safety amid chaos. Fotokite, an actively tethered unmanned aerial system (UAS), is specifically designed for public safety agencies. Unlike traditional drones, Fotokite delivers reliable, persistent aerial coverage without requiring a dedicated pilot. This whitepaper explores how Fotokite transforms emergency response by enhancing situational awareness, enabling public safety leaders to better protect their communities.

Enhanced Situational Awareness for Firefighting, Law Enforcement, Event Security, Disaster Response, and Traffic Management.

To ensure reliable data transmission, Fotokite Sigma is equipped with Cradlepoint IBR900 rugged routers, which provide fast, secure, and reliable connectivity.

Pioneering Collaboration Aims to Enhance Public Safety Operations through Advanced UAS Integration.

Providing unparalleled support to fire departments, law enforcement, and industrial safety teams.

Exciting news for US firefighters, law enforcement, and public safety teams: new US law expands access to a unique type of drone to help them save lives and serve their communities.

Fotokite has secured around CHF 10 M ($ 11 M) investment to further accelerate its growth, bolster its R&D and expand its operations globally.

New York City PD has fortified its counter-terrorism measures with the integration of Fotokites into their security infrastructure.

Fotokite’s role in preventing re-ignition showcases how advanced cabled drone solutions contribute to the efficiency and safety of firefighting efforts.

Monitoring Iceland’s lava flow with Fotokite SIGMA. Placed strategically in evacuated zones, our drones provide real-time streaming, ensuring a safe distance.

Fotokite conducted a test day in collaboration with European airport firefighters, to explore how the integration of their solutions could enhance operational efficiency.

Teisen, a trusted name in the industry with a rich history spanning over a century, is set to become the official distributor of Fotokites in Japan.

Fotokite is pleased to announce its partnership with PSTR Group, a prominent provider of emergency situation training and technology solutions based in Australia.

Fotokite’s eye in the sky promises to aid real-time situational awareness and rapid decision-making, as well as elevating the ability to save lives and protect communities.

Fotokite – drone on the cable surveilled the crowd during the event and concerts that took place for the duration of the show.

In the fast-paced world of emergency response Oklahoma City Fire Department is harnessing technology of tethered UAV to enhance its capabilities.

From traffic crash reconstruction, pre-tactical deployment, fire response to search and rescue, drones as well as tethered drones are now known for bringing additional safety during critical situations.

Fotokite announces that it has closed a CHF 13.7M ($14.8M) series B financing round and outlines its plans to expand operations in 2022.

Fotokite’s unique patented system is chosen as winner of the Design Prize Switzerland 2021 in the category Product Investment.

Fotokite and Axon today announced the autonomous Fotokite Sigma UAS complete with wireless livestreaming and evidence management to public safety customers in the US and Canada.

Cybrid Thrust and Fotokite are proud to announce a distribution partnership that will give first responders and civil protection personnel in Belgium access to the Fotokite Sigma.

Virgin Media O2 has conducted a first of its kind trial in the UK with Fotokite. The drone allows first responders to quickly send a tethered drone up to 45 meters above a scene.

Portuguese and Spanish Firefighters will be getting the the latest aerial thermal imaging tool thanks to a new strategic partnership between Fotokite and ITURRI Group.

Firefighters in Poland will be getting the the latest aerial thermal imaging tool thanks to a new strategic partnership.

Two companies will collaborate to advance fire scene situational awareness, both locally and through the cloud.

XTC, the world’s largest startup competition focused on purpose-driven innovation, announced today seven Category Winners.

Join our webinar on 30 June to learn how Fotokites create impact by delivering situational awareness at emergency response scenes.

Fotokite wins the top distinction in this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD: the iF Gold Award 2021.

Fire service vehicles in the Netherlands will be getting the latest aerial thermal imaging tool thanks to a new strategic partnership.

Fotokite announced the release of its fully autonomous aerial intelligence product line, the Fotokite Sigma, to European markets!

Fotokite enters the Italian market with Intellitronika SRL to offer Fotokite to Emergency Professionals across the country.

Fotokite has given a winning pitch to the panel of judges from Ericsson, Qualcomm CDMA Technologies and Swisscom.

Fotokite is among 10 finalists to compete in Swisscom StartUp Challenge 2020. Popular vote is open for the public to choose their favorites.

Fotokite new partnership with The Desautel Group, France’s market leader in protective equipment and fire and rescue vehicles.

An exclusive partnership between Fotokite and Axon gives public safety teams instant access to aerial situational awareness.

Fotokite partners with Excelerate Group to supply aerial thermal imaging tool to UK Public Safety, security and government teams.

Fotokite will enter the German market with partner Brandschutztechnik Schlichtiger to fulfill demand for Fotokite Sigma systems from local fire departments.

Fotokite has partnered with Growag Feuerwehrtechnik AG, the leading trade and production company of equipment for fire departments in Switzerland.

Fire service vehicles in the UK will be getting the latest aerial thermal imaging tool to enable instant deployment and one-button operation.

Fotokite announced the release of the new Rooftop product configuration, providing firefighters and Public Safety teams with immediate aerial situational awareness at the push of a button.

Credit Suisse Entrepreneur Capital Ltd., the bank’s venture capital vehicle, announced that it is investing in Perspective Robotics.

Fotokite received the top prize of $1 million at GENIUS NY, the world’s largest business competition for unmanned systems in Syracuse, New York.

Swiss Startup Days: The two day event set new record attendance. Fotokite wins the Robotics & IOT competition track.

euRobotics hosted an Entrepreneurship and TechTransfer award. Startups from around Europe competed for top prizes in front of a panel of experts.

Fotokite was awarded, among other prizes, $120’000 for winning the Techstars pitching competition at the CES event.

Fotokite has won the Qualcomm QPrize Europe.