The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) Management Board, in collaboration with Saolatek, Real-time Robotics Vietnam, and Di Dong Viet, launched a pilot program to test the application of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for delivery services on January 5.
A representative from the Department emphasized that this trial is more than just a technical exercise; it is a strategic step toward standardizing controlled UAV flight operations. Through a "regulatory sandbox" mechanism, the city aims to create a safe innovation space where breakthrough technologies can be nurtured into new drivers of economic growth.
Mr. Nguyen Ky Phung, Head of the SHTP Management Board, noted that integrating UAVs into urban logistics presents significant challenges, particularly regarding technology and airspace safety. However, he stressed that these trials are essential for gathering real-world data, which will serve as a foundation for refining policies and expanding drone applications in the future.
The program is operating under a controlled sandbox framework established by Resolution 20/2024/NQ-HDND of the HCMC People’s Council. This framework allows the city to provide experimental space for businesses while simultaneously collecting data to support management, assess impacts, and perfect future regulations.
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