SwissDrones Reaches Significant Milestone with First Sale of SDO 50 V3 in Japan to Launch Customer Sanwa Gikou
Zurich, Switzerland, 15 December 2025 - SwissDrones and Sanwa Gikou today announced their collaboration through the successful sale of SwissDrones’ advanced uncrewed helicopter SDO 50 V3 to Sanwa Gikou.
Aerial Surveillance Search & Rescue Operations Asset Inspection and Monitoring Emergency Transport Natural Disaster Support
Sanwa Gikou plans to deploy the SDO 50 V3 in cooperation with various organizations, including the Regional Collaboration & Future Hybrid Logistics Council—a pioneering initiative exploring next-generation logistics and public-service applications across Kyushu, Yamaguchi, and West Shikoku. The aircraft will support early-stage activities focused on validating its advanced surveillance and information-gathering capabilities, as well as its ability to conduct critical emergency transport operations, particularly during disasters and crisis situations.
Ulrich Amberg, CEO of SwissDrones, commented:
The SDO 50 V3’s heavy-payload capacity, long-endurance performance, and robust safety architecture make it ideally suited for extended missions over diverse terrain and coastal regions. Its deployment will demonstrate how advanced uncrewed helicopter systems can help reduce response time, maintain service reliability, and strengthen resilience and sustainability in regional emergency-response frameworks.
Isao Umebayashi, CEO of Sanwa Gikou Co., Ltd., stated:
SwissDrones and Sanwa Gikou share a common vision of redefining Japan’s public-service and disaster-response capabilities through innovation—merging cutting-edge UAV technology with established infrastructure to create faster, smarter, and more resilient operational ecosystems.
About SwissDrones
SwissDrones is the leading provider of aerial intelligence solutions and long-range unmanned helicopter systems, delivering end-to-end support through a comprehensive, vertically-integrated model spanning aircraft, operations, and data insights.
Based in Zurich, Switzerland, SwissDrones develops innovative systems and an intelligence-as-a-service solution that’s more sustainable and cost-effective, enabling organizations to reduce emissions and operational risks. Approved in over 30 countries, SwissDrones’ technology sets a new standard with unmatched flight endurance, heavy payload capacity, and real-time data insights for mission-critical operations.
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About Sanwa Gikou
Established in 1973 with a core focus on sewerage infrastructure, Sanwa Gikou has recently launched an Aero Engineering Division.
We have introduced SwissDrones to leverage our expertise and drive expansion into the aviation sector.
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