DJI, the world’s leader in
civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, announced a Solution Development
Partnership with Shell Oil Company to create, test and deploy DJI drone
technology at its Deer Park Manufacturing Complex to improve efficiency and worker
safety during industrial inspections and emergency incident response.
“As one of the world’s
largest energy companies, Shell has provided us with valuable insight into the
unique challenges of conducting aerial inspections at one of its largest
facilities where infrastructure exceeds the height of 250 feet off the ground,”
said Cynthia Huang, Director of Business Development at DJI. “Through our
collaboration, DJI will receive valuable first-hand insight into the
complexities of deploying drone technology at a world-class refinery, and
co-develop new product features like AI Spot-Check that will allow Shell and
other innovative energy companies to use drones to safely and easily conduct
required inspections of critical infrastructure.”
Already a pioneer in using
drone technology, the Shell Deer Park drone team adopted DJI drones in 2016 to
reduce the need to work at height while improving safety and cutting the cost
of inspections in the process. As a Solution Development Partner, Shell will
work with DJI to develop and test advanced drone solutions, like the DJI
Matrice 300 RTK, that allow workers to automate required inspections of
critical infrastructure like flare tips and floating roof tanks whose condition
and activity are difficult to assess from ground level.
“Shell Deer Park is
excited to become a Solution Development Partner with DJI as we continue to
adopt drone technology,” said Shell Deer Park’s Chief Drone Pilot, John
McClain. “Through this partnership, Shell Deer Park will have access to some of
the most advanced drone technology from DJI to help elevate workplace safety
and improve efficiency across our operations in the world’s largest industry.”
The partnership was announced at DJI’s AirWorks 2020 Conference, the premier venue for learning about the latest developments in commercial drone technology, exchanging ideas, and steering the future development of the industry. For more information, please visit www.djiairworks.us.
