AgEagle Aerial Systems Announces First Sale of Drones in Thailand
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) has achieved its first drone sale in Thailand, marking a strategic entry into Southeast Asia. The company sold its advanced eBee VISION fixed-wing drone through local partner Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV), targeting emergency and security services applications.
SkyVIV, a partner since 2012, has been instrumental in promoting eBee drones for agriculture and civil monitoring in Thailand. The Southeast Asian UAS market is projected to grow at a 14% CAGR over the next five years, driven by supportive government policies and declining ownership costs across multiple sectors including agriculture, security, disaster response, and border security.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) ha realizzato la sua prima vendita di droni in Thailandia, segnando un ingresso strategico nel Sud-est asiatico. L'azienda ha venduto il suo avanzato drone ad ala fissa eBee VISION attraverso il partner locale Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV), puntando ad applicazioni nei servizi di emergenza e sicurezza.
SkyVIV, partner dal 2012, è stato fondamentale nella promozione dei droni eBee per l'agricoltura e il monitoraggio civile in Thailandia. Il mercato dei sistemi aerei senza pilota (UAS) nel Sud-est asiatico è previsto in crescita con un CAGR del 14% nei prossimi cinque anni, spinto da politiche governative favorevoli e dalla riduzione dei costi di proprietà in diversi settori tra cui agricoltura, sicurezza, risposta ai disastri e controllo delle frontiere.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) ha concretado su primera venta de drones en Tailandia, marcando una entrada estratégica en el sudeste asiático. La compañía vendió su avanzado dron de ala fija eBee VISION a través del socio local Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV), enfocándose en aplicaciones para servicios de emergencia y seguridad.
SkyVIV, socio desde 2012, ha sido clave en la promoción de los drones eBee para la agricultura y el monitoreo civil en Tailandia. Se proyecta que el mercado de UAS en el sudeste asiático crezca a un CAGR del 14% durante los próximos cinco años, impulsado por políticas gubernamentales favorables y la reducción de costos de propiedad en múltiples sectores, incluyendo agricultura, seguridad, respuesta a desastres y seguridad fronteriza.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS)가 태국에서 첫 드론 판매를 달성하며 동남아시아 시장에 전략적으로 진출했습니다. 회사는 현지 파트너인 Sky Visual Imaging Venture(SkyVIV)를 통해 첨단 eBee VISION 고정익 드론을 판매했으며, 응급 및 보안 서비스 분야를 목표로 하고 있습니다.
2012년부터 파트너인 SkyVIV는 태국에서 농업 및 민간 감시를 위한 eBee 드론 홍보에 중요한 역할을 해왔습니다. 동남아시아 무인항공시스템(UAS) 시장은 향후 5년간 연평균 성장률 14%로 성장할 것으로 예상되며, 정부의 지원 정책과 농업, 보안, 재난 대응, 국경 보안 등 여러 분야에서 소유 비용 감소가 성장 동력으로 작용하고 있습니다.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) a réalisé sa première vente de drone en Thaïlande, marquant une entrée stratégique en Asie du Sud-Est. La société a vendu son drone à voilure fixe avancé eBee VISION via son partenaire local Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV), ciblant les applications dans les services d'urgence et de sécurité.
SkyVIV, partenaire depuis 2012, a joué un rôle clé dans la promotion des drones eBee pour l'agriculture et la surveillance civile en Thaïlande. Le marché des UAS en Asie du Sud-Est devrait croître à un taux de croissance annuel composé (CAGR) de 14% au cours des cinq prochaines années, soutenu par des politiques gouvernementales favorables et la baisse des coûts de possession dans plusieurs secteurs, notamment l'agriculture, la sécurité, la gestion des catastrophes et la sécurité aux frontières.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) hat seinen ersten Drohnenverkauf in Thailand erzielt und damit einen strategischen Einstieg in Südostasien markiert. Das Unternehmen verkaufte seine fortschrittliche eBee VISION Starrflügeldrohne über den lokalen Partner Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV) mit Fokus auf Anwendungen im Bereich Notfall- und Sicherheitsdienste.
SkyVIV, Partner seit 2012, spielte eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Förderung der eBee-Drohnen für Landwirtschaft und zivile Überwachung in Thailand. Der UAS-Markt in Südostasien wird in den nächsten fünf Jahren voraussichtlich mit einer jährlichen Wachstumsrate (CAGR) von 14% wachsen, angetrieben durch unterstützende Regierungsrichtlinien und sinkende Eigentumskosten in verschiedenen Sektoren wie Landwirtschaft, Sicherheit, Katastrophenhilfe und Grenzsicherung.
- First strategic entry into Southeast Asian market through Thailand sale
- Partnership with established local distributor SkyVIV since 2012
- Target market (Southeast Asia) projected to grow at 14% CAGR over next 5 years
- Expansion into emergency services and security markets beyond traditional agricultural applications
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AgEagle's first Thai drone sale marks strategic Southeast Asian market entry with eBee VISION, targeting 14% regional growth potential.
AgEagle's entry into Thailand represents a strategic expansion into Southeast Asia's growing unmanned aerial system (UAS) market. The sale of their advanced eBee VISION fixed-wing drone through local partner SkyVIV targets high-value emergency and security service applications, leveraging real-time video and tracking capabilities that differentiate it from standard agricultural drones.
This market entry is well-timed, as Southeast Asia's drone market is projected to grow at a
The expansion demonstrates AgEagle's diversification strategy beyond pure agricultural applications into security and emergency services. This approach helps buffer against sector-specific downturns while opening additional revenue streams. The company has adapted its proven eBee platform to address specialized surveillance needs, showing product development aligned with market demands.
While this single sale won't immediately impact financials, it establishes a crucial beachhead in a region with favorable regulatory environments and declining ownership costs. The Southeast Asian market's projected growth in agriculture, security, disaster response, construction, energy, and border security aligns perfectly with AgEagle's capabilities, creating multiple pathways for regional expansion beyond this initial sale.
First Sale in Southeast Asia lays foundation for manufacturer’s presence in region
WICHITA, Kan., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, is proud to announce the first sale of its advanced eBee VISION fixed-wing drone in Thailand. This sale was facilitated by local partner Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV) and marks a significant step in expanding AgEagle’s presence across Southeast Asia, strengthening its position in this rapidly expanding market.
The eBee VISION, an evolution of the highly successful eBee X, delivers cutting-edge capabilities for fast-moving airborne surveillance, including live video and tracking tailored for emergency and security services. This sale underscores AgEagle’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for innovative drone solutions in the region.
“With advancements in drone technology, there is strong interest in fixed wing drones for real time video and tracking,” said SkyVIV COO Report Top Piyadol Pivadol. “The eBee VISION addresses this demand perfectly, and we look forward to demonstrating its value to clients in emergency and security services.”
A trusted AgEagle partner since 2012, SkyVIV is a leader in promoting eBee drones for agriculture and civil monitoring in Thailand, particularly in the sugar industry. “AgEagle’s drones and sensors have proven exceptional for large-scale agriculture and civil engineering projects,” said SkyVIV CEO Mr. Vivatong Vichit-Vadakan. “We are also proud of our ongoing collaboration with professors and academia from Thailand, the UK, and the Netherlands, working to enhance crop yields by using AgEagle’s drone and camera technology.”
The unmanned aerial system (UAS) market in Southeast Asia is projected to have a
“We are thrilled to bring the eBee VISION to Thailand through our valued partner SkyVIV, marking a pivotal expansion into Southeast Asia,” said Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle Aerial Systems. “This sale reflects our commitment to delivering world-class UAV solutions that empower industries like emergency services and agriculture, and I’m confident this technology will drive significant value for our customers in the region,”
For more information about AgEagle’s UAV solutions, visit www.ageagle.com.
About AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc.
AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. is a global leader in drone technology, providing full-stack solutions including drones, sensors, and software for industries such as agriculture, public safety, and civil engineering. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, AgEagle is dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable unmanned aerial systems worldwide. For more information, visit www.ageagle.com.
About Sky Visual Imaging Venture (SkyVIV)
Sky Visual Imaging Venture is a leading drone technology provider in Thailand, specializing in solutions for agriculture, civil engineering, and security. A trusted AgEagle partner since 2012, SkyVIV delivers cutting-edge technology to meet the needs of Thai industries.
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