Nearthlab Expands to Provide Drone Inspection Services in Asia Pacific 

Large-scale projects across the Philippines and Vietnam to boost regional renewable energy capacity

July 22, 2024 — Nearthlab, a leading provider of autonomous drone solutions, has been selected to provide inspection services for both onshore and offshore wind farms in the Philippines and Vietnam. This expansion marks a significant step in Nearthlab's efforts to enhance its presence in the Asia Pacific region.

With a proven track record in delivering advanced autonomous drone inspection technologies to the wind industry, this expansion highlights Nearthlab’s dedication to supporting sustainable energy solutions. The company's innovative drone technology is poised to enhance the efficiency and reliability of wind energy operations in these fast-growing regions.

Both the Philippines and Vietnam are experiencing robust growth in wind energy. Vietnam’s wind farm energy production has more than doubled over the past six years, while the Philippines has seen its wind energy capacity quadruple over the last decade.

"Dynamic markets like the Philippines and Vietnam offer tremendous opportunities to deploy drone technology for automating O&M," said Jay Choi, CEO and co-founder. "This expansion not only highlights our technological capabilities but also reinforces our dedication to contributing to the growth of renewable energy in the Asia Pacific region.”