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In a newly launched project with Statskog, AirForestry is crossing Sweden’s western border, landing just outside Trondheim, Norway. The collaboration aims to test the functionality of drone technology in Norwegian terrain.
AirForestry’s groundbreaking forestry solution, which enables tree thinning by drones from the air, has now made its way into neighboring Norway, where a new project with the state-owned Statskog was initiated earlier this January. The kickoff, held in the first weeks of the new year, marked the official start of the Swedish-Norwegian initiative, which, among other things, aims to test the functionality of AirForestry’s technology in Norwegian terrain.
"This commitment demonstrates that Statskog sees the potential in our solution, which we are very happy about. Our vision is, of course, that AirForestry’s technology will become the go-to solution for sustainable forestry in the future—and ultimately reach as many markets as possible. This collaboration with Statskog is a significant step in that direction," says Olle Gelin, CEO and co-founder of AirForestry.
Statskog, which manages nearly one-fifth of Norway’s total forest area, making it the country’s largest landowner, has high expectations for the project.
"Combining technology with practical forestry in this way is both challenging and incredibly exciting. Drone-based thinning can provide effective solutions to the challenges currently facing the forestry industry," says Trond Gunnar Skillingstad, Head of Communications at Statskog.
The project is headquartered just outside Trondheim, in a forest area managed by Statskog. The Norwegian landscape differs significantly from Sweden’s, featuring more rugged and mountainous terrain compared to Sweden’s relatively flatter conditions. For AirForestry, this Norwegian collaboration represents a unique opportunity to test and further develop the technology to meet these challenges.
"We see great potential in this project and are thrilled to be doing it in collaboration with Statskog. Norway’s terrain differs significantly from Sweden’s, featuring a more mountainous environment with similarities to the Alps in that regard. Unlike Sweden, which in many areas is flatter, this presents an exciting challenge where we get to see how our solution can be beneficial in Norwegian landscapes," says Gösta Forsén, CCO of AirForestry.
"Working in Norway means facing new operational conditions and terrain that we don’t encounter as frequently in Sweden. This is a fantastic opportunity to test how our technology performs in these settings. Moreover, it is incredibly inspiring to collaborate with a partner like Statskog," concludes Olle Gelin.
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AirForestry
Start-up and deeptech company AirForestry leverages electric drones to thin forests from above, reducing the environmental impact of traditional forestry methods. Without the need for logging trails or ground-based machinery, AirForestry additionally helps protect biodiversity and significantly cuts carbon emissions. This innovative approach enables healthier, more resilient, and more productive forests that are dramatically better at carbon sequestration, storing up to 500 megatons more CO₂ globally – per year. For more information, visit airforestry.com.
Statskog SF
Statskog SF is wholly owned by the Norwegian state and must ensure sustainable management of the state’s forest and mountain properties in Norway. The company is Norway’s largest forest owner. Statskog safeguards and develops values on the community’s land and is a guarantor of the public’s access to hunting, fishing and outdoor experiences in Norwegian nature. State ownership is exercised by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
