Scottish Enterprise Awards 2021

15 | Scottish Enterprise Awards 2021 Drone services company, DARe-3D has enjoyed considerable success following its establishment. We got in touch with David Ross to hear about the difficulties involved in launching a business during the COVID-19 pandemic and to find out more about how DARe-3D has made drones accessible for all businesses. Founded in 2020, DARe-3D is a comprehensive drone business offering UK wide drone services, business-to-business drone hire and drone sales. With clients ranging from industries such as agriculture and construction to real estate and media, DARe-3D are at the forefront of the rapidly growing drone industry. “We aim to bridge the divide between the drone industry and the commercial sector” explains Managing Director, David Ross. By providing a wide range of services, the company offers something every type of business can benefit from. DARe-3D’s nationwide drone services allow businesses to incorporate contemporary drone technology into their business framework. Alongside offering aerial photography and videography for promotional purposes for a range of industries, with over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry, DARe-3D are experts at conducting drone missions within this field. From stockpile measurement and thermal photography to inspections and 2D and 3D mapping, DARe- 3D’s capabilities are extensive. Moreover, DARe-3D’s unique B2B drone hire platform provides an inexpensive alternative to outright purchasing. By renting drone equipment from brands including DJI, Autel Robotics and Yuneec for daily or weekly rentals, companies can access the latest drones available on the market without the associated large investment costs. “DARe-3D strives to make drones affordable and accessible for every business. Whether that is through our wide range of drone services or our B2B drone hire, we seek to encourage more and more businesses to recognise the benefits of incorporating drones into their operations in a cost-efficient way”. Launching a business during a pandemic was no easy feat. It required adaptability and innovative, out-of-the-box thinking. “We recognised a gap in the market and offered a solution” highlights David. “We sought to create a comprehensive business model, easing the customer experience by making a large variety of drone services available in one place while removing the expensive costs associated with drones which can act as a deterrent for some. From this emerged our unique and affordable B2B drone hire platform”. As a testament to the early success of DARe- 3D, in just over a year the company has enjoyed considerable growth with the expansion resulting in a move to the company’s new head office in Glasgow city centre. “We endeavour to create a working environment where our employees feel their needs are listened to, respected and cared for”. This ethos further translates into DARe-3D’s attitude towards their clients. “We adopt a client-centric approach. We understand that every customer is unique and so we work with our clients to customise packages to fit their needs exactly. Customer satisfaction is of upmost priority to us”. It is clear DARe-3D’s success can be attributed to its ability to adapt and its outstanding customer service. While based in Glasgow, DARe-3D prides itself on providing fast delivery service throughout the UK. “It is highly important to us that our rental drones are transported and delivered as safely and quickly as possible since we recognise projects are often conducted to tight time frames. Delivery is typically between one and two days”. Moreover, with a UK wide team of fully trained and qualified UAV pilots, DARe-3D offer drone services within Scotland, England and Wales. Indeed, as winners of the ‘Best Emerging Drones Services’ Award in the 2021 UK SME Scottish Enterprise Awards, the future is looking bright for DARe-3D. The company hopes to continue to grow and broaden the scope of industries they operate in. Additionally, DARe-3D are hoping to launch a drone trading academy in early 2022, providing in-person training to help individuals achieve their drone flying qualifications. “We are an ambitious company and we understand the potential of our business. We look forward to continue offering cutting edge drone services with customer satisfaction remaining our number one priority”. With an increasing number of companies using drones to conduct tasks which can offer both massive savings and high-quality imagery, DARe-3D are already off to a flying start! DARe-3D was recognised as Best Emerging Drone Services Business 2021 in the Scottish Enterprise Awards. Company: DARe-3D Email: enquiries@dare-3d.co.uk Web Address: www.dare-3d.co.uk Telephone: 0141 374 2965 Address: 111 Union Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G1 3TY Oct21319 Best Emerging Drone Services Business 2021