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🌍 Orkid Takes Flight in Africa! 🚀 We are incredibly excited to announce our strategic partnership with FlyElevate365 Drone Logistics, a renowned drone operator in Ghana. This collaboration marks Orkid’s official entry into the African market, a milestone we have been working towards with great anticipation. Together, we are poised to revolutionize logistics in Ghana and set a new standard for efficiency and sustainability in the region. At Orkid, we are at the forefront of developing certified VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) drone technology that is not only advanced but also accessible. Our drones are designed for middle-mile and last-mile deliveries, offering unparalleled benefits to a variety of industries, including e-commerce, healthcare, and disaster relief. By leveraging VTOL technology, Orkid drones can operate in challenging environments where traditional logistics methods fall short, drastically reducing delivery times and costs while minimizing environmental impact. The partnership with FlyElevate 365 underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence. We have signed a contract for the delivery of 10 Orkid 260 VTOL drones, with the first unit set to arrive in Ghana before the end of the year. These drones will be instrumental in transforming supply chains, enabling faster, more reliable, and eco-friendly deliveries across the country. But our vision doesn’t stop at Ghana. We see immense potential across the African continent and are actively seeking partnerships in other countries to expand our reach. If you are passionate about transforming logistics and creating a sustainable future, we invite you to join us in bringing cutting-edge VTOL technology to your region. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to redefine logistics in Africa! #Orkid #Flyelevate365 #AfricaExpansion #VTOLTechnology #LogisticsInnovation #SustainableFuture #DroneTechnology #Partnerships

🚁 Addressing the Disadvantages of Traditional Transportation with Orkid VTOL Technology 🚁🌍 Traditional transportation methods, while essential, come with significant challenges—traffic congestion, high carbon emissions, and inefficiencies that slow down critical deliveries. These issues not only impact the environment but also create delays in vital services, from medical supplies to e-commerce deliveries. At Orkid, we're tackling these problems head-on with our cutting-edge VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) technology, designed to revolutionize the way goods are transported. 🏥 For Medical Deliveries: Our VTOL drones provide rapid, reliable transportation of critical medical supplies, blood, and lab samples, even to the most remote areas. Time-sensitive deliveries that once took hours can now be accomplished in mere minutes, potentially saving lives and ensuring that healthcare reaches everyone, everywhere. 📦 For E-Commerce: In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, speed and efficiency are paramount. Orkid's VTOL technology ensures quick and seamless deliveries, reducing congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and providing a more sustainable and efficient solution to meet growing consumer demands. 🚀 Join Us on This Journey! We're actively seeking partners worldwide to bring this revolutionary technology to new markets. Whether you're in logistics, healthcare, or retail, let's work together to reshape the future of deliveries. 🌐 #Orkid #VTOL #Innovation #MedicalDeliveries #Ecommerce #Logistics #Sustainability #Partnerships

Drone deliveries in Mexico will now go beyond the visual line of sight thanks to Orkid's eVTOL drones, FLyzz services, and Elsight's BVLOS multi-link connectivity platform. Bold and great strides for the industry. https://lnkd.in/dapq4H3v #dronedeliveries #BVLOS #connectivity #Mexico ORKID

Happy to announce participation of ORKID 🇧🇷 as the latest member joining the Drone Logistics Ecosystem. Join us here https://lnkd.in/geqTuuEb We have partnered with the largest logistics operators and marketplaces in LATAM, and we are rapidly expanding our global footprint with drone operators worldwide. The industry faces two significant bottlenecks: regulatory hurdles and high costs. Orkid is breaking through these barriers with our affordable, certified VTOL drones. We are on the brink of achieving type certification in Brazil with ANAC, one of the top three civil aviation authorities globally. This milestone will expedite regulatory approvals for BVLOS operations worldwide, allowing our partners to operate seamlessly across borders. Our competitive pricing structure makes our drones a viable alternative to traditional transportation methods, enabling profitable drone delivery operations with robust unit economics. By partnering with the Drone Logistics Ecosystem, we are poised to reach new clients globally and attract new investors, solidifying our position as a leader in the drone delivery industry. Orkid is ready to transform the future of delivery,” said Mr. Diego Pinzon Paz, Chief Operating Officer of Orkid. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/gxETAdVK We are AirGo Design , Alphaswift Industries, Anisoprint, ANRA Technologies, CargoTron, Chesterfield County, DELTA AEROSPACE SDN BHD, DragonFlyPads, Dronefies Labs, Drone Express , Embention, EndureAir Systems, Freespace Operations, Grasshopper Air Mobility, Global Energy Transmission, Heron AirBridge, Iris Automation Inc, JETWIND BRASIL, Japan UAS Industrial Development Association, Kookiejar of Sweden, LikeAbird Ltd, Microavia, Moya Aero, Neuron Innovations, Nordic 24/7Services, PROBOTEK, RigiTech, Powersport Consulting, SEDAXIS Advanced Materials Pvt Ltd., SESAM GmbH, Sinepower - Power Electronics (GPUs, SFCs and EVCS), Skye Air Mobility, SkyScape Vertiports, Skyway, Tramigo, Speedbird Aero, stratomaps, TruWeather Solutions, TSAW Drones, Tulpar Labs Defence & Aviation Ltd, VALIS Engineering, Valqari, VStream Revolution Sdn Bhd, What3words, UAVLAS, UAVOS INC., UASolutions, Unisphere, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, University of Twente, and Zing Drone Solutions. #dronedelivery #dronelogistics #dronenews #uavnews

Welcome to the Orkid Team, Santiago Marin! 🚀 We are excited to announce that Santiago Marin Becerra has joined Orkid as our new Mechatronic Engineer Intern. Santiago has completed his Mechanical Engineering degree and is currently finishing his degree in Electronic Engineering at Universidad Nacional de Colombia Santiago’s passion for engineering lies in its ability to transform ideas into reality in a structured and innovative way. He is particularly thrilled to join Orkid because it presents a unique opportunity to delve into the aerospace sector, a field that few companies in Colombia explore. With his interdisciplinary expertise in mechanics and electronics, Santiago is eager to contribute to Orkid’s mission by ensuring the seamless integration and optimal functionality of our cutting-edge VTOL technology. Please join us in welcoming Santiago to this exciting new chapter at Orkid! We look forward to achieving remarkable milestones together. 🌟 #Welcome #NewTeamMember #OrkidAerospace #EngineeringExcellence #Innovation #VTOL #Aerospace

Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🚀 Orkid x DroneDash We are thrilled to announce our partnership with DroneDash, a Singapore based company that is on a mission to build highways in the sky for advanced air mobility needs. Established in five different countries in Asia, DroneDash is transforming the potential of drones today and unlocking many other use cases tomorrow. Orkid has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) and signed an agreement to deliver 100 Orkid 260 VTOL drones to DroneDash, with the first aircraft scheduled for delivery in Q3 2024. The Orkid 260 VTOL drone, known for its affordability and robustness, perfectly aligns with DroneDash needs for medical and middle mile cross border Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) delivery operations. Under this agreement, Orkid will provide DroneDash with our latest technology, comprehensive training, and continuous support. We will also collaborate closely to secure regulatory approvals for BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) delivery operations with the different civil aviation authorities in those countries, starting with Singapore . Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and revolutionize logistics and delivery services in South East Asia. #Drones #DroneLogistics #Dronedelivery #Southeast Asia.

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🚀 Welcome to the Orkid Team, Ayman K. 🚀 We are thrilled to announce that Ayman Khaleq has joined Orkid as our new Software Development Intern. Ayman is currently a graduate student at Columbia University, specializing in computational mathematics and physics. His passion for understanding the intricacies of how things work has driven him to the exciting field of robotics. Ayman's unique blend of skills and enthusiasm for innovation aligns perfectly with our mission to democratize access to advanced VTOL drone technology that will play a key role in revolutionizing the logistics industry, making the movement of goods faster, more sustainable, and more affordable. Join us in welcoming Ayman to this new chapter at Orkid! We look forward to achieving great things together. 🌟 #WelcomeAboard #OrkidTeam #DroneTechnology #Innovation #Sustainability #VTOL #Robotics #SoftwareDevelopment

🚀 Orkid Tech, construyendo el Futuro de la Logística con Drones En Murchison Ventures estamos emocionados de anunciar nuestra más reciente inversión en ORKID, una startup colombiana pionera en la transformación de la logística a través de drones autónomos. Orkid está liderando el camino hacia un futuro donde la logística aérea sea más eficiente y sostenible, con su innovador drone VTOL diseñado para operaciones 100% autónomas y vuelos BVLOS de hasta 80 km. 🔍 ¿Qué es Orkid Tech? Orkid Tech viene a transformar la logística de media milla con su drone VTOL de diseño propio. Estas aeronaves son capaces de operar de manera completamente autónoma y realizar vuelos BVLOS transportando hasta 4 kg de carga útil a velocidades de hasta 82 km/h. Su tecnología avanzada no solo promete eficiencia operativa y reducción de costos, sino también un impacto positivo en la reducción de emisiones y la congestión del tráfico. 💡 ¿Por qué invertimos en Orkid Tech? En Murchison Ventures nos moviliza el deseo de conocer y formar parte de proyectos que desafíen la manera tradicional de hacer logística. En Orkid, vemos una combinación excepcional: visión audaz, tecnología innovadora y un equipo con el coraje necesario para llevar esta transformación a escala global. Esta inversión resuena profundamente con nuestra visión de impulsar la innovación en la logística y la supply chain con ideas, tecnologías y modelos de negocio transformadores. Estamos emocionados por los próximos hitos de Orkid y el impacto que están destinados a generar. Nos inspira especialmente la visión y dedicación del equipo fundador, liderado por Santiago, Diego y Andrés, a quienes les auguramos el mayor de los éxitos en este emocionante viaje que comienza. 💻 Descubrí más sobre Orkid Tech en https://orkid.tech/ Santiago Pinzon • Diego Pinzon Paz • Andres Uribe Gonzalez • Roberto Murchison • Daniel Alexander • Santiago Delfino • Javier Appel • Agustín Bravo • Juan Tomas Cavanagh • Nicolás Palestini Abramovich   #MurchisonVentures #OrkidTech #Innovación #Logistica #DroneLogistics #DroneDelivery #BVLOS #VTOL

Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🚀 Orkid & Geoinn We are thrilled to announce that we have officially signed a contract with GEOINN GEOSPATIAL INNOVATIONS a leading drone operator with extensive operations across Central America, including offices in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and El Salvador. This partnership marks a pivotal milestone as we gear up to deliver several of our Orkid 260 VTOL drones, beginning with the first unit in Q3 this year. Geoinn will play a crucial role in deploying our state-of-the-art technology throughout Central America, fundamentally transforming the landscape of affordable drone delivery in the region. Under this agreement, Orkid will provide Geoinn with our latest technology, comprehensive training, and continuous support. We will also collaborate closely to secure regulatory approvals for BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) delivery operations across all Central American countries. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and revolutionize logistics and delivery services in Central America. #Drones #DroneLogistics #Dronedelivery #CentralAmerica