Flybird Pushes Intelligent Drone Solutions for Africa’s Energy Sector
Flybird RPAS, the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) division of Flybird Group, has proposed the deployment of intelligent aerial solutions to address operational challenges in Africa’s energy sector, highlighting the growing role of drone technology in improving safety, efficiency and asset management.
The proposal was presented during the 25th NOG Energy Week Conference and Exhibition held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, where the company showcased its advanced drone capabilities alongside its expanding aviation services for the energy, infrastructure and industrial sectors.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of Flybird RPAS, Chanel Scott, said the company’s participation reaffirmed the increasing demand for intelligent aerial solutions within the energy industry.
According to her, the exhibition created opportunities to engage organisations seeking innovative technologies capable of enhancing operational safety, improving efficiency and strengthening asset management.
“We had the opportunity to engage with organisations seeking innovative technologies that improve safety, operational efficiency and asset management. The quality of conversations and partnerships initiated during the event further validates our strategy of delivering world-class RPAS solutions tailored to Africa’s evolving industrial landscape,” Scott said.
She disclosed that Flybird Group also held discussions with prospective clients and strategic partners on future collaborations covering drone operations, offshore aviation support, aircraft management and specialised aviation services.
The conference attracted participants from across the global energy value chain, including international oil companies, indigenous operators, government agencies, regulators, engineering firms and technology providers.
Discussions focused on the increasing use of drone technology for infrastructure inspection, environmental monitoring, operational safety, security surveillance, asset integrity management and data-driven decision-making.
Flybird Group also used the platform to outline its vision of building a fully integrated aviation ecosystem offering aircraft management, business aviation, offshore helicopter services, RPAS operations, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), and aviation advisory services.
Group Managing Director of Flybird Group, Capt. Ahmed Borodo, said the company’s participation reflected its long-term strategy of becoming a comprehensive aviation solutions provider for Africa’s energy sector.
“Our participation at NOG Energy Week reflects more than our current capabilities; it reflects where Flybird Group is headed.
“We are building an integrated aviation platform that supports the complete lifecycle of aviation services for the energy sector, from aircraft management and business aviation to RPAS operations, offshore helicopter services, MRO and aviation advisory.
“The relationships strengthened during the exhibition position us well for the next phase of our growth,” Borodo said.
He added that the strong interest generated during the exhibition demonstrated the growing recognition of integrated aviation solutions as critical enablers of safer, more efficient and sustainable operations across Africa’s energy industry.
The company said it would continue to expand its capabilities, deepen strategic partnerships and support the growth of Africa’s energy and aviation sectors through innovation, operational excellence and integrated aviation services.
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