Last Updated on April 10, 2026 by admin
A brand new exclusive partnership that brings long-endurance BVLOS drone capabilities to UK Emergency Services and Defence
Coptrz, a leading UK provider of drone solutions and services, today announces an exclusive partnership with Amsterdam-based Avy, becoming its sole UK partner for the Emergency Services and Defence sectors. This strategic collaboration marks a significant step forward in enabling long-endurance, Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations across the UK.
Through this partnership, Coptrz expands its portfolio beyond multirotor platforms to include Avy’s advanced fixed-wing systems, including the Avy Aera aircraft and Avy Dock, a fully integrated drone-in-a-box solution. Together, these technologies enable scalable, autonomous drone networks designed for critical missions.
The Avy Drone Network combines long-range aircraft with remotely operated docking stations, enabling drones to take off, land, charge and deploy without the need for personnel on site. With response times of as little as 30 seconds and the ability to operate multiple assets from a single command centre, organisations can gather aerial intelligence or deliver critical payloads efficiently. Powered by intelligent automation, the system supports automated flight operations, AI-driven image processing and scheduled mission routes.
The agreement unlocks new opportunities for UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and public sector organisations, supporting a wide range of use cases such as logistics, medical delivery, and persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR). It also strengthens Coptrz’s position within sovereign and non-Chinese supply chain initiatives, an increasingly important factor in government and defence procurement.
As the exclusive UK partner, Coptrz is now uniquely positioned to pursue larger framework agreements and programme-level bids, while laying the groundwork for future BVLOS deployments and drone-in-a-box infrastructure across the country.
Simon Harris, Managing Director at Coptrz, comments:
“This partnership with Avy represents a significant and exciting opportunity for Coptrz and our clients. As the exclusive UK partner, we are now able to support organisations in unlocking the full potential of BVLOS operations through Avy’s innovative drone network solutions. This collaboration allows us to deliver long-endurance, mission-ready capabilities that meet the evolving needs of Emergency Services and Defence, while reinforcing our commitment to providing secure, future-ready technologies.”
Benjamin van der Hilst, CEO of Avy, adds:
“The UK represents a huge opportunity for Avy, and Coptrz is exactly the partner we need to seize it. Their commercial drone expertise and sector knowledge make them the perfect fit.”
Avy, headquartered in Amsterdam, is known for its pioneering approach to drone networks that combine aircraft, docking stations and software into a unified ecosystem. By partnering with Coptrz, Avy gains a trusted UK-based partner with deep expertise in regulatory navigation, training and operational deployment.
About Coptrz
Coptrz is one of the UK’s leading providers of commercial drone technology, training and support services. Since 2016, they have helped thousands of organisations deploy safe, compliant and effective drone operations across industries including public safety, energy, infrastructure inspection, construction, surveying and agriculture.
About Avy
Avy is a technology company specialising in the design and production of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Their combination of fixed wing aircraft and docking station enables drones to launch, fly, dock and recharge without anyone on site, creating a truly remote system.
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