Core Perspective - Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CiTech) and AIRmarket Inc. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore pilot projects and potentially commercialize solutions for drone-enabled airspace and RPAS traffic management [1][2] Strategic Collaboration - The collaboration combines the expertise of both companies: AIRmarket specializes in RPAS traffic management and aviation safety, while CiTech provides secure digital platforms and autonomous communications infrastructure [3] - The partnership aims to enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency for defense forces, emergency services, and government agencies [4] Focus Areas - The collaboration will focus on several key areas, including: - Defence and border security operations - Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs - Wildfire, search and rescue, and disaster response - Protection of critical infrastructure across energy, transport, and utilities - Technical integration of RTM platforms with secure communications infrastructure - Government-led pilots, trials, and regulatory engagement [6] Governance and Next Steps - The MOU outlines the establishment of points of contact and the potential formation of a joint working group to guide collaboration activities, with any pilots or commercial arrangements governed by separate agreements [5]