Could the coronavirus pandemic see drone deliveries take off?
It is now estimated that around 20% of the world’s population is in isolation, with 29 countries imposing a total or partial lockdown, as of March 26.
With many now only permitted to shop for food or medical supplies, and all non-essential retailers in locations such as the UK instructed to close until further notice, many are turning to e-commerce to buy goods.
As a result, there has been a renewed interest in the use of drone deliveries during and beyond the coronavirus crisis.
Drone deliveries have been promised for some time, but could the Covid-19 pandemic finally make them a reality?