RocketDNA

Based: WA
Industry: Robotics

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In an era where automation and safety are paramount, RocketDNA has emerged as a leader in providing innovative drone services to industries facing increasing challenges. In 2023, RocketDNA achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first drone services company in Australia to receive approval from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for the DJI Dock. This achievement followed rigorous collaboration with CASA, involving the development of robust safety protocols and a demonstration of operational capabilities.


RocketDNA: Pioneering Drone Services for Safer and More Efficient Operations

In an era where automation and safety are paramount, RocketDNA has emerged as a leader in providing innovative drone services to industries facing increasing challenges. In 2023, RocketDNA achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first drone services company in Australia to receive approval from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for the DJI Dock. This achievement followed rigorous collaboration with CASA, involving the development of robust safety protocols and a demonstration of operational capabilities.

With an approved Remote Operating Centre in Perth, Western Australia, RocketDNA is poised to revolutionise the drone services landscape. Equipped with highly trained pilots, the company can now conduct autonomous flights and operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) at authorised sites across Australia. This approval heralds a new era of possibilities for RocketDNA, enabling the deployment of their X-Bot (Drone-in-a-Box) products for remote data collection and automation of operational workflows.

RocketDNA, listed on the ASX under the ticker symbol RKT, is a global provider of drones-as-a-service catering to industries such as mining, agriculture, and engineering. Their scalable geo-data and AI solutions utilise automated data capture and on-site services to deliver actionable insights for decision-makers. Services range from aerial surveying and mapping to security surveillance and blast monitoring, all aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and safety.

Revenue generation for RocketDNA comes from multi-year recurring revenue contracts and short-term projects, with key clients including renowned miners like South32, Newmont, and Red 5. The recent CASA approval to operate drones remotely and autonomously further expands RocketDNA's market opportunities, particularly in industrial workflows reliant on automation and computer vision.

One of RocketDNA's flagship products, the xBot (Drone-in-a-box), is designed to streamline operational workflows in mining and other environments through the integration of drones and AI. This innovative solution enables frequent, scheduled survey flights to produce consistent and accurate results across operations. Key applications include automated stockpile reporting, open-pit safety monitoring, and construction progress tracking, all aimed at improving efficiency and reducing on-site risks.

At the helm of RocketDNA is Chris Clark, Executive Chairman & CEO, who brings over a decade of experience in the mining and technology sectors. With a passion for entrepreneurship and a commitment to advancing the drone industry, Chris has steered RocketDNA towards success, leading the company to its ASX listing and forging partnerships with industry experts worldwide. Under his leadership, RocketDNA continues to push the boundaries of innovation, making technology accessible and beneficial for enterprise companies across the globe.