During Droniada Future Forum, it was clearly demonstrated that unmanned aerial systems (UAV) are becoming a real tool supporting the functioning of cities. The discussion focused on practical implementations – from infrastructure and traffic monitoring, through public safety, to environmental activities and medical logistics. The event was attended by representatives of key institutions, including the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency, the Civil Aviation Authority, and the Silesian University of Technology, as well as industry experts and companies developing UAV technologies. Among the speakers were specialists dealing with regulations, implementations, and unmanned traffic management (UTM), and the event was organized by the Fundacja Instytut Mikromakro and the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis.
One of the most important conclusions of the debate was that cities must prepare for a growing number of UAV operations – both in terms of infrastructure and the integration of systems and data. The growing role of dual-use solutions was also emphasized, applied both in civil use and by services. The UAV market today clearly has a dual-use character – it is developing both in the defence sector and in civil applications, particularly in urban environments. During the debate, it was highlighted that the development of UAV systems and unmanned traffic management (UTM) is accelerating, which is confirmed by the increasing scale of deployments. The dynamics of this market were confirmed by invited guests, including representatives of government administration and drone manufacturing companies such as WB Group.
Particular attention was paid to the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis region, which is indicated as an example of best practices in implementing drones in urban space. The real use of UAV by services, including fire brigades and municipal guards, shows that this technology has moved beyond the pilot stage and has become an element of everyday city operations.
In the context of manufacturing technologies, the importance of 3D printing in UAV production was also emphasized. Additive manufacturing enables rapid prototyping, design optimization, and the production of lightweight components, which directly impacts the development of modern unmanned systems. At Fibometry, we use technologies such as SLS, MJF, and metal 3D printing to support the development of components for UAV and industrial applications. The combination of material expertise and additive technologies enables faster implementation of innovative solutions in drone projects.
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We support companies in the drone industry in 3D printing in polymers and metal, from the prototyping stage to the production of functional parts. Thanks to the location of our manufacturing facility in Poland, we provide shorter supply chains, greater flexibility, and faster project execution times, which represents a real advantage in the rapidly developing UAV and dual-use sector.
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