OUR SERVICES
We make drone regulations and compliance faster and simpler.
Understanding drone regulations, applying for SORA Operational Authorisations, can be challenging - lack of time, lack of resources, lack of internal expertise.
We make drone regulations and compliance accessible, we guide you through your approval journey, we alleviate your documentation and administrative burden, so you can focus on growth.
The Drone Office empowers end-users, drone operators and technology providers in both commercial and military markets to quickly understand the landscape, streamline their compliance and accelerate their success.
THEY HAVE WORKED WITH US
WHY DRONES? UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF UNCREWED AVIATION
In a world driven by efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, drones are transforming the way industries operate — offering smarter, faster, and safer solutions across countless sectors.
SAFER OPERATIONS - From powerline inspections to emergency response, drones remove people from hazardous environments, reducing risks and protecting lives while delivering critical data with pinpoint accuracy.
DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS - Equipped with advanced sensors and AI capabilities, drones provide real-time data and high-resolution imagery, giving businesses the power to make better, faster decisions.
EFFICIENCY AT SCALE - Drones can perform tasks 10x faster than traditional methods, whether it's surveying infrastructure, delivering goods, or inspecting remote sites — saving time, reducing costs, and unlocking operational efficiency.
BRIDGING THE GAP TO HARD TO REACH AREAS - From rural communities to disaster zones, to offshore platforms, drones can reach locations where roads end and infrastructure is limited — offering services to isolated populations or areas.
SUSTAINABILITY - With electric propulsion, drones enable greener operations, supporting the shift to more sustainable transport, logistics, and surveillance systems.
WHY WORK WITH US?
We make your regulatory compliance simpler and faster —so you can focus on your growth.
We are subject matter expertise. Hands-on knowledge of drone regulations and their evolution over the last 10 years, SORA approvals, and operational compliance. We stay at the forefront of industry guidance and regulatory changes, ensuring you benefit from accurate, reliable expertise you can trust.
We mutualise our return of experience from multiple ongoing SORA applications. Because we work on numerous SORA applications across different sectors, we see what works, what doesn’t, and what regulators expect. This shared return of experience strengthens every project we deliver, giving you a smoother and more predictable path to approval.
We are reactive and diligent. We know that regulatory timelines can impact your business timeline. That’s why we pride ourselves on fast, focused support, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail—so your application progresses without delay.
We support both high-level strategy and detailed documentation
Whether you need strategic guidance or help with the practical work—manual reviews, documentation drafting, or compliance checks—we adapt to your level of support. We take care of the administrative and regulatory workload, freeing your team to focus on operations.
We are flexible to your needs and budget
Every organisation is different. We tailor our involvement, deliverables, and pricing to match your objectives, constraints, and resources—ensuring you get effective support without unnecessary cost.
New to the drone market? We accelerate your discovery journey.
Entering the drone ecosystem can feel overwhelming—but we make it simple, structured, and aligned with your goals. We help you:
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Build the essential knowledge and confidence to turn your ideas into meaningful, operational use cases
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Identify exactly where drones can add value within your organisation
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Understand the regulatory pathways that apply to you—starting with the Open Category and beyond
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Gain clarity on which technologies to invest in (and which to avoid)
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Define a robust business case, and anticipate the changes required
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Engage with confidence with your internal and external stakeholders
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Prioritise the “low-hanging fruit” opportunities that deliver quick wins and early success
Anne-Lise Scaillierez, Partner
Anne-Lise Scaillierez is partner at The Drone Office. Anne-Lise draws on 25 years of professional experience in Technology and Defence & Aerospace industries, including in the advancement of autonomous systems. She is also a volunteer as a Director of ARPAS-UK, the UK trade body representing the drone industry.
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