The Drone Innovation Day will showcase drone related innovations in a range of technology areas and sectors. The objective is to bring people from government, industry and research together to learn, network and forge new relationships.

Keynotes, panel discussions and Birds of a Feather sessions will explore the cutting edge and near-term future of drone innovation. A mini-expo and live demonstrations will showcase the latest drone related innovations from both industry and researchers.

Confirmed Speakers:

• Jo White, Director Questacon and NSSN Board Chair

• Professor Bruce Howton, Vice Chancellor, Macquarie University

• Peter McKechnie, Deputy Commissioner Strategic Capability, NSW Rural Fire Service

• Dr Sue Keay, Director UNSW AI Institute

Agenda:

• Opening Remarks and Acknowledgement of Country

• Minister’s Address

• Keynotes

• Expert Panel Discussions: (1) UAVs, (2) Payloads & Sensing, (3) Data & Data Infrastructure, (4) Operations

• Lunch, Demonstrations and Mini Expo

• “Birds of a Feather” Sessions: (1) Natural Hazards, (2) Smart Cities, (3) Agriculture, (4) Environment

• Afternoon Tea, Demonstrations and Mini Expo

• Drones and AI

• Collaboration Opportunities

• Closing remarks

• Networking drinks and Demonstrations

• Event concludes

Use the links below to register for the event or express your interest in being a panellist or demonstration your innovations.  For more information contact NSSN Natural Hazards & Smart Places Lead Peter Runcie — NSSN.