Engage Marine Signs MOU with Australian Institute for Drone Technology

Engage Marine Pty Ltd (Engage Marine) is pleased to announce it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Australian Institute for Drone Technology™.

The Institute of Drone Technology™ is at the forefront of the implementation of drone technology into organisations and industry through training and advice. It provides a forum where experts in drone technology can share their knowledge and skills with the world.

The potential for the use of drone technology in a maritime environment is multifaceted, providing genuine opportunities to increase efficiency, improve safety and provide new capabilities to operators. Engage Marine and The Institute for Drone Technology™ will work together to identify opportunities in the maritime sector and develop relevant training programs to ensure drone technology is implemented in a safe and effective manner.

Engage Marine Chief Executive Officer, Mark Malone said “this new relationship with the Institute for Drone Technology reflects Engage Marine’s commitment to utilising technology and innovation to lead change in the marine industry.”

Institute of Drone Technology™ Executive Director, Paul New said “We (at the Institute) see huge opportunities in the maritime sector for drones (UAV) to deliver zero harm, innovation and operational efficiencies to the industry. We believe this partnership will bring competitiveness and operational excellence through strengthening the economic role of ports in Australia.”