The cargo drone airline Dronamics announced that it has been put forward for an equity investment of up to €30 million ($34.7 million) under the European Innovation Council (EIC) Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP).

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EIC strengthens investment in Dronamics with up to €30 million
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EIC strengthens investment in Dronamics with up to €30 million

The EIC STEP, under the European Commission, provides investments of between €10 and €30 million, aiming to leverage private co-investment and achieve financing rounds of €50 to €150 million or more.

Following the U.S. move to control shipments from China under the de minimis - value under $800 - rules and the subsequent pause, the European Commission (EU), too, is moving to control low-value shipments.

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EU follows US, to modify norms for de minimis imports
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EU follows US, to modify norms for de minimis imports

Around 4.6 billion low-value consignments (worth €150 or less) entered the EU market in 2024 – 12 million parcels daily.

European Commission Prez to be godmother of Maersk's 1st green vessel

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European Commission Prez to be godmother of Maersk's 1st green vessel
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European Commission Prez to be godmother of Maersk's 1st green vessel

Danish flagged 172-metre-long vessel is key milestone for Maersk’s plans to achieve net zero GHG emissions in 2040

The grant will fund the development and deployment of Dronamics' cargo drone fleet.

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Dronamics awarded grant from the European Innovation Council
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Dronamics awarded grant from the European Innovation Council

The grant will fund the development and deployment of Dronamics' cargo drone fleet.