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AgEagle Aerial Systems and Drummond Ltd. Pioneer Advanced Drone Operations in Colombia
Drummond’s New Certifications for BVLOS, Night Flights, and Multi-Drone Operations with AgEagle’s eBee X Enhance Safety and Efficiency in Mining WICHITA, Kan., Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, is proud to announce their partner in Colombia, Drummond Ltd., a leader in mining sector innovation, was granted multiple certifications for advanced drone operations in-country by the Civil Aerona
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