ZenaTech Expands Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) Exterior Building Power Washing to Dubai Tapping into a Global Drone Cleaning Services Market Growing to USD 13 Billion by 2030
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA) is expanding its UAE presence by opening a new office in Dubai to offer drone-powered building exterior cleaning services. The company will deploy its IQ Square drone, which features AI capabilities and can carry up to 7kg payload with 20-minute flight time. The expansion includes hiring two business development managers and four drone pilots, with drones supplied from its Sharjah manufacturing hub.
The company is targeting Dubai's dense skyscraper market, with over 250 buildings exceeding 150 meters, where frequent sandstorms necessitate regular cleaning. This expansion taps into the global drone cleaning services market, projected to grow from $4.36 billion in 2023 to $13.2 billion by 2030, at a 17% CAGR. ZenaTech's DaaS business model operates on a subscription or pay-per-use basis, eliminating the need for customers to manage drone operations, maintenance, or regulatory approvals.
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA) sta ampliando la sua presenza negli Emirati Arabi Uniti aprendo un nuovo ufficio a Dubai per offrire servizi di pulizia esterna degli edifici con droni. L'azienda utilizzerà il suo drone IQ Square, dotato di capacità AI e in grado di trasportare fino a 7 kg di carico con un'autonomia di volo di 20 minuti. L'espansione prevede l'assunzione di due responsabili dello sviluppo commerciale e quattro piloti di droni, con i droni forniti dal suo centro produttivo di Sharjah.
L'azienda si rivolge al mercato dei grattacieli di Dubai, con oltre 250 edifici che superano i 150 metri, dove le frequenti tempeste di sabbia richiedono pulizie regolari. Questa espansione sfrutta il mercato globale dei servizi di pulizia con droni, previsto in crescita da 4,36 miliardi di dollari nel 2023 a 13,2 miliardi entro il 2030, con un CAGR del 17%. Il modello di business DaaS di ZenaTech funziona con abbonamenti o pagamento a consumo, eliminando la necessità per i clienti di gestire operazioni, manutenzione o autorizzazioni regolatorie dei droni.
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA) está ampliando su presencia en los Emiratos Árabes Unidos con la apertura de una nueva oficina en Dubái para ofrecer servicios de limpieza exterior de edificios con drones. La empresa desplegará su dron IQ Square, que cuenta con capacidades de IA y puede transportar hasta 7 kg de carga útil con un tiempo de vuelo de 20 minutos. La expansión incluye la contratación de dos gerentes de desarrollo comercial y cuatro pilotos de drones, con drones suministrados desde su centro de fabricación en Sharjah.
La compañía apunta al mercado de rascacielos densamente poblado de Dubái, con más de 250 edificios que superan los 150 metros, donde las frecuentes tormentas de arena requieren limpieza regular. Esta expansión aprovecha el mercado global de servicios de limpieza con drones, que se proyecta crecer de $4.36 mil millones en 2023 a $13.2 mil millones para 2030, con una Tasa de Crecimiento Anual Compuesta (CAGR) del 17%. El modelo de negocio DaaS de ZenaTech opera con suscripción o pago por uso, eliminando la necesidad de que los clientes gestionen operaciones, mantenimiento o aprobaciones regulatorias de drones.
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA)는 두바이에 새로운 사무소를 열어 드론을 이용한 건물 외벽 청소 서비스를 제공하며 UAE 내 입지를 확대하고 있습니다. 회사는 AI 기능을 갖추고 최대 7kg의 적재량과 20분 비행 시간을 가진 IQ Square 드론을 배치할 예정입니다. 이번 확장에는 두 명의 사업 개발 관리자와 네 명의 드론 조종사 채용이 포함되며, 드론은 샤르자 제조 허브에서 공급됩니다.
회사는 150미터 이상 고층 건물이 250개 이상 있는 두바이의 밀집된 마천루 시장을 목표로 하고 있으며, 잦은 모래 폭풍으로 인해 정기적인 청소가 필요합니다. 이번 확장은 2023년 43억 6천만 달러에서 2030년까지 132억 달러로 성장할 것으로 예상되는 글로벌 드론 청소 서비스 시장에 진출하는 것입니다. ZenaTech의 DaaS 비즈니스 모델은 구독 또는 사용량 기반 결제로 운영되어 고객이 드론 운용, 유지보수, 규제 승인 관리를 할 필요가 없습니다.
ZenaTech (NASDAQ : ZENA) étend sa présence aux Émirats arabes unis en ouvrant un nouveau bureau à Dubaï pour proposer des services de nettoyage extérieur de bâtiments par drones. L'entreprise déploiera son drone IQ Square, doté de capacités d'IA et capable de transporter jusqu'à 7 kg de charge utile avec une autonomie de vol de 20 minutes. Cette expansion inclut l'embauche de deux responsables du développement commercial et de quatre pilotes de drones, les drones étant fournis depuis son centre de fabrication de Sharjah.
L'entreprise cible le marché dense des gratte-ciel de Dubaï, avec plus de 250 bâtiments dépassant 150 mètres, où les fréquentes tempêtes de sable nécessitent un nettoyage régulier. Cette expansion s'inscrit sur le marché mondial des services de nettoyage par drones, dont la valeur devrait passer de 4,36 milliards de dollars en 2023 à 13,2 milliards en 2030, avec un taux de croissance annuel moyen (CAGR) de 17%. Le modèle commercial DaaS de ZenaTech fonctionne sur la base d'abonnements ou de paiement à l'utilisation, éliminant pour les clients la gestion des opérations, de la maintenance ou des autorisations réglementaires des drones.
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA) erweitert seine Präsenz in den VAE durch die Eröffnung eines neuen Büros in Dubai, um drohnengestützte Gebäudefassadenreinigungsdienste anzubieten. Das Unternehmen wird seine IQ Square Drohne einsetzen, die über KI-Fähigkeiten verfügt und eine Nutzlast von bis zu 7 kg mit einer Flugzeit von 20 Minuten tragen kann. Die Expansion umfasst die Einstellung von zwei Business Development Managern und vier Drohnenpiloten, wobei die Drohnen aus dem Produktionszentrum in Sharjah geliefert werden.
Das Unternehmen zielt auf den dichten Wolkenkratzer-Markt in Dubai ab, mit über 250 Gebäuden, die 150 Meter überschreiten, wo häufige Sandstürme regelmäßige Reinigungen erfordern. Diese Expansion nutzt den globalen Markt für Drohnenreinigungsdienste, der von 4,36 Milliarden US-Dollar im Jahr 2023 auf 13,2 Milliarden US-Dollar im Jahr 2030 bei einer jährlichen Wachstumsrate (CAGR) von 17% wachsen soll. Das DaaS-Geschäftsmodell von ZenaTech basiert auf Abonnements oder nutzungsabhängiger Bezahlung und erspart den Kunden die Verwaltung von Drohnenbetrieb, Wartung und behördlichen Genehmigungen.
- Entry into Dubai's large skyscraper market with over 250 buildings exceeding 150 meters
- Targeting growing global drone cleaning services market projected to reach $13.2B by 2030 (17% CAGR)
- Strategic location with manufacturing hub in nearby Sharjah reducing operational costs
- Subscription-based business model providing recurring revenue potential
- Pending regulatory approval from Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
- Limited 20-minute flight time for the IQ Square drone
- Significant initial investment in hiring and infrastructure required
Insights
ZenaTech's Dubai expansion taps into the lucrative drone cleaning market with practical applications for the city's numerous skyscrapers.
ZenaTech's expansion into Dubai represents a strategic move into a high-potential market for drone-powered exterior building cleaning. Dubai presents an ideal testing ground with over 250 skyscrapers exceeding 150 meters and a climate characterized by frequent sandstorms that necessitate regular cleaning. The city's regulations mandating regular window cleaning further solidifies market demand.
The global drone cleaning services market is experiencing significant growth, valued at approximately
The company's IQ Square drone offers technical advantages with its payload capacity of seven kilograms and specialized design for power washing applications using tethered water and power supplies. While the 20-minute flight time might seem limited, the autonomous recharging capability through landing pads suggests operational efficiency for sustained cleaning operations.
The planned hiring of two business development managers and four drone pilots indicates a measured approach to market entry rather than an aggressive scaling strategy. This expansion leverages ZenaTech's existing manufacturing presence in nearby Sharjah, creating supply chain efficiencies. The company's stated ambition to expand across all seven UAE emirates, in addition to US and European markets, demonstrates a phased global expansion strategy using Dubai as a proving ground for the technology and business model.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, announces it is expanding its United Arab Emirates (UAE) presence by establishing a new office to sell Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) offerings based in Dubai. Initially this office will focus on delivering drone-powered cleaning services for building exteriors using the IQ Square drone tethered to a water pipe and electrical cord. The company is currently obtaining a permit from the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority to begin power wash testing and operations. Supporting this expansion, ZenaTech will hire two business development managers and up to four additional drone pilots, with drones supplied from its subsidiary ZenaDrone which has a manufacturing hub in nearby Sharjah.
The global drone power washing market falls under a broader drone cleaning services market category that was valued at approximately USD 4.36 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 13.2 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of almost
“With rising demand for tech-enabled and efficient maintenance solutions, whether for power washing buildings, renewable energy assets, or public spaces, we believe AI-powered drones will bring new safety standards, cost-efficiency, and greater environmental sustainability to maintenance tasks. UAE’s openness to innovative technology makes it an ideal launchpad for these DaaS solutions that we hope to expand to all seven emirates in addition to the US and Europe,” said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D.
Dubai has one of the highest densities of skyscrapers in the world, with over 250 skyscrapers over 150 meters tall, and a challenging climate marked by frequent sandstorms, making it an ideal location for drone-powered cleaning services. This is further underscored by the city’s regulations mandating regular window cleaning for buildings exposed to the pervasive sand and dust.
The ZenaDrone IQ Square is an advanced AI-powered autonomous drone with a footprint of 40X40 and 50X50 inches in size, in a rotary VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) design. It is designed to perform visual-line-of-sight land surveys, various types of inspections and surveillance applications, power washing applications using a tethered water and power supply, and reconnaissance missions required for defense applications. Equipped to use interchangeable state-of-the-art cameras, sensors, and attachments, the IQ Square can carry a payload of up to seven kilograms and offers a flight time of approximately 20 minutes when using its battery that can be autonomously recharged through landing on a charging pad.
ZenaTech’s DaaS business incorporating the ZenaDrone 1000 and the IQ series of multifunction drones, provides a variety of cost-effective and accessible solutions through an Uber-like business model paid for on a regular subscription or pay-per-use basis. The business model offers customers such as government agencies, farmers, real estate developers, or business owners reduced upfront costs and convenience ─ there is no need to purchase drone hardware and software, find a drone pilot, manage maintenance and operation, or acquire regulatory approvals. The model also offers scalability to use more often or less often based on business needs.
About ZenaTech
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) is a technology company specializing in AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS and Quantum Computing solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the Company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. With enterprise software customers using branded solutions in law enforcement, health, government, and industrial sectors, and drones being implemented in these plus agriculture, defense, and logistics sectors, ZenaTech’s portfolio of solutions helps drive exceptional operational efficiencies, accuracy, and cost savings. The Company operates through seven global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing a DaaS business model for convenient pay-per-use drone services that innovate legacy manual tasks.
About ZenaDrone
ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions that can incorporate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other software and hardware innovations. Created to revolutionize the hemp farming sector, its specialization has grown to multifunctional drone solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation and defense applications. Currently, the ZenaDrone 1000 drone is used for crop management applications in agriculture and critical field cargo applications in the defense sector, the IQ Nano indoor drone is used for inventory management and security in the warehouse and logistics sectors, and the IQ Square is an indoor/outdoor drone designed for land survey and inspections use in commercial and defense sectors.
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