Speakers

SPEAKERS

Diego Carou Porto

Professor at Vigo University. Department of Engineering Design. Galicia, Spain

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Giovanni Caruso

Professor at Pisa University, Department of Agriculture Food and Environment, Pisa, Italy.

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Alberto Curnis

Senior Researcher at Drones and Advanced Air Mobility Observatory, Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy

Title: Drones and Advanced Air Mobility: scenarios and opportunities for Italy

Abstract: Italy is positioning itself among the pioneering countries in the development of Drones and Advanced Air Mobility. Although the technological benefits are evident in many sectors, the current challenge is to transform pilot projects into fully operational initiatives, fostering collaboration among stakeholders. The Drones and AAM Observatory of the Politecnico di Milano, a national benchmark, will present an overview of the market status and Italian application cases, highlighting some exemplary initiatives.

Giuseppe Carusi

Founder of eVertiSKY Inc, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Pierre Deyris

CEO&Founder of Drones for Yachts, Paris, France.

Title: Maritime Logistics in Drone Operations: Enhancing Naval Resupply and Coastal Connectivity

Abstract: As maritime trade and coastal tourism continue to expand, efficient resupply and intercity connectivity have become critical challenges. This talk explores the integration of drone technology into naval logistics, showcasing how unmanned aerial systems can streamline at-sea resupply of vessels and establish rapid communication links between coastal towns. We will examine case studies highlighting payload management, autonomy in open-water environments, and regulatory considerations. Finally, practical frameworks for deploying drone-based supply chains in port operations will be proposed, emphasizing cost-efficiency, environmental impact reduction, and improved resilience of coastal communities.

Cosimo Distante

Researcher at Istitute of Appliyed Sciences and Intelligent System, National Research Council, Lecce, Italy.

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Leonardo Ermini

Head of Civil Protection and Forestry, Florence Metropolitan Area, Florence, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Salvo Forzese

Project Officer, ANCI Tuscany, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Alessio Giusti

Founder of Flybrì srl, Montelupo Fiorentino, Firenze, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Lorenzo Gragnaniello

CLEO & Founder of Carpitech srl, Napoli, Italy

Title: Trasporting Medical Supplies by Drones: Feasibility, Technology and Traceability.

Abstract: To be announced

Michele Grassi

CLEO & CTO at Matchclick srl, Pisa, Italy

Title: AI-Driven Remote Monitoring Using Autonomous Platforms and dependent Drones

Abstract: Autonomous drones and fixed sensing platforms, possibly equipped with artificial intelligence (AI), offer powerful solutions for remote monitoring across various domains, but are plagued by high variance (drones) or limited coverage (fixed platforms). In this paper, we show how AI can be used to mitigate both these limitations through the design of a remote monitoring system built around the integration of one or more autonomous unmanned platforms with one or more dependent autonomous drones. This innovative approach reduces the variance in the drone data by relying on the higher quality platform data. Conversely, one can also see it as extending the coverage of the low variance platform data by relying on the extended coverage of the drone data

Daniele Gulic

CLEO at Skyproxima, Trieste, Italy

Title: Drones, Artificial Intelligence and ZOAs: Towards an Advanced Air Mobility Ecosystem.

Abstract: In the context of technological transition, it is essential to move beyond the logic of single-mission operations and to develop operational ecosystems capable of integrating drone-based platforms, artificial intelligence, and flexible regulation. This presentation will explore the need to establish Advanced Operational Zones (ZOAs) as a prerequisite for enabling continuous services in healthcare, environmental monitoring, and public utility sectors. It will highlight the importance of systemic design in building a sustainable, replicable aerial infrastructure that serves the needs of the territory and supports long-term operational readiness.

Salua Hamaza

Assistant Professor Aerial Physical Interaction & Embodied Intelligence in Aerial Robots. Director BioMorphic Intelligence Lab, TU Delft Aerospace Engineering, The Netherlands.

Title: Drones with the sense of touch

Abstract: Drones have long been used as little more than "flying cameras". But human interaction with the world goes far beyond sight — we rely on touch and physical stimuli to move, manipulate objects, and navigate, often without seeing. What if drones could do the same? By embedding tactile sensing and physical intelligence into their structures, drones can evolve from passive observers to interacting systems. This shift toward distributed touch and intelligent embodiment enables new modes of operation — from crawling on rocky terrain to tactile navigation in underground spaces. Drones with the sense of touch open up new possibilities for exploration and manipulation in environments like space, underground tunnels, and dense forests.

Marcella Lamon

Research fellow at the Department of Law, University of Sassari , Sassari, Italy.

Title: The use of drones in remote areas.

Abstract: Drones, a new aeronautical reality, have deeply revolutionized and innovated the aviation sector. In the civil sphere, drones have demonstrated their potential and versatility of use in various fields, including agriculture. Furthermore, Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft are pivotal to emerging models of integrated and sustainable mobility in urban and rural areas. The integration of Innovative Air Mobility into the “Mobility as a Service (MaaS)” paradigm in these areas could significantly improve quality of life and provide more equitable access to services. It could also be a useful tool for territorial rebalancing and reducing infrastructural inequalities.

Gaetano Massari

Founder at Aerialclick, Lecce, Italy.

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Fermin Navarro Medina

Professor at Vigo University, Galicia, Spain, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Heat Engines and Fluid Mechanics

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Federico Mongelli

Director at Strategy&Value Creation, PwC, Rome, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Giacomo Pinagli

Automation at Sigma Ingegneria srl, Lucca, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Andrea Puiatti

Founder & CEO at Skycharge, Berlin, Germany

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Massimo Satler

Research Fellow at the Institute of Mechanical Intelligence, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, Pisa, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Giuseppe Tortora

Co-Founder & CEO at ABZero srl, Navacchio, Pisa, Italy

Title: ABzero | Life Saving Partner

Abstract: To be announced

Carlos Ulloa Sande

Professor of Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Technology Research Group (ATRG) at Vigo University, Galicia, Spain

Title: To be announced

Abstract: to be announced

Alberto Sanna

Center for Advanced Technology in Health and Well-Being, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Milan, Italy

Title: Drone logistics for Health and Well-Being

Abstract: Droneways represent the “third urban dimension”, a strategic opportunity to reengineer and regenerate our cities with a service-oriented approach. This vision requires shifting our perspective from urban surfaces to urban spaces. The San Raffaele Smarter and Healthier City Living Lab is actively contributing to this transformation by addressing the complex, multidimensional challenges involved technological, organizational, legal, and societal. By integrating innovative drone technologies into urban ecosystems, we aim to enhance mobility, accessibility, and quality of life. These efforts are not just about innovation, but about shaping the sustainable, smarter cities of tomorrow that can better serve their communities.

Francesco Zaini

Partner of G2 Startups. President at Flowdron srl, Milano, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

Giancarlo Zema

Chairman of Giancarlo Zema Design Group, Innovative Ecosustainable Architecture Studio, Rome, Italy

Title: To be announced

Abstract: To be announced

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