Launching India's First DGCA-Licensed Logistics Drone into spotlight

“The Company”

Industry: Aviation/Logistics

Sector: Drone-Based Logistics Solution  

PR Objectives

  • Establish “The Company” as a Market Leader in Drone Logistics
  • Media Engagement
  • Highlight the Significance of India’s first DGCA Certification for Logistics drones

Project Summary

“The Company”, a subsidiary of Magellanic Cloud, seized a pivotal moment in India’s evolving logistics landscape by developing India’s first DGCA-licensed logistics drone, capable of carrying a 5kg payload over 100 km. Recognizing the transformative potential of drone technology for critical sectors like medical deliveries and last-mile logistics, “The Company” formed a strategic partnership with a leading B2B logistics provider, to launch a drone delivery network across 160 Indian cities.

Ellequinn was entrusted with showcasing this groundbreaking achievement and transforming the handover ceremony of India’s first DGCA-licensed logistics drone to the logistics provider into a national conversation on the future of drone logistics in India.

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Strategy and Execution

With the goal of maximizing media exposure and industry impact, Ellequinn strategically positioned this milestone not just as a product launch, but as a symbolic step toward revolutionizing Indian drone logistics.

1. Event Planning and Execution:

  • The launch event took place at the prestigious ITC Gardenia in Bangalore, chosen for its reputation and alignment with the significance of the occasion.
  • A carefully curated guest list included industry experts, media professionals, and government representatives, ensuring the presence of key stakeholders to witness this historic moment.
  • The event reinforced the brand association of “The Company”and the partner company as pioneers in the drone logistics revolution, positioning both companies as leaders in the emerging logistics technology sector.

2. Media Blitz:

  • A targeted media outreach campaign engaged top-tier media outlets such as The Hindu Business Line, PTI, and NDTV to maximize the event’s visibility.
  • A detailed press release was developed highlighting the drone's technical capabilities, including its 5kg payload capacity and 100 km range and its potential to reshape logistics in rural and congested urban areas.
  • The press release was distributed across a wide range of national and regional platforms, ensuring nationwide visibility.

3. Strategic Media Engagement:

  • The leadership of “The Company” was positioned as visionaries in the drone logistics space through interviews with leading media personalities across multiple platforms, including print, online, and YouTube channels.
  • Key messaging focused on the innovation in developing a DGCA-licensed drone by “The Company”, signaling its leadership in transforming India’s logistics industry.
  • Media engagement was extended beyond the event to foster a continuing conversation about the future of drone logistics and its impact on sectors such as e-commerce and healthcare.

4. Comprehensive Coverage:

  • Recognizing India’s diverse linguistic landscape, coverage was targetted in English, Hindi, and Kannada to ensure a broad reach across different regions and demographics.
  • The media strategy targeted 35+ major print and online platforms, including regional language media, connecting the message with local businesses and policymakers.
  • This multi-lingual approach played a crucial role in establishing national presence, positioning “The Company” as a player with both local relevance and global ambitions.

5. Ongoing Media Relations:

  • Post-event media engagement focused on keeping the achievements of “The Company” in the spotlight, with updates on the deployment of the DGCA-licensed drone across India and the expansion of the drone logistics network in partnership with the logistics company, which now extends across 160 cities.
  • Maintaining regular contact with key journalists ensured consistent coverage of the growth of “The Company”, keeping the company relevant in ongoing discussions around logistics and technology.
  • These efforts sustained visibility for “The Company”, ensuring it remained a top-of-mind company in the evolving drone logistics sector.

Impact

The successful launch of India’s first DGCA-licenced logistics drone, amplified by a comprehensive PR strategy, significantly elevated the market positioning of “The Company”. The impact spanned across multiple dimensions:

  • Industry Leadership: The event successfully positioned “The Company” as a pioneer in drone logistics, with the drone becoming a symbol of innovation in Indian logistics.
  • Widespread Media Coverage: Ellequinn’s comprehensive media strategy resulted in extensive coverage across 35+ major publications, spanning English, Hindi, and Kannada outlets. Prestigious outlets like The Hindu Business Line, PTI, and NDTV played a key role in ensuring national visibility.
  • Thought Leadership: The leadership of “The Company” was effectively positioned as industry experts, with interviews and articles highlighting the potential of drone logistics to transform India’s logistics sector.
  • Market Recognition: By emphasizing the practical applications of the logistics drone for critical sectors like medical and last-mile delivery, the campaign ensured that “The Company” was recognized as a market leader in drone-based logistics solutions.
  • Elevated Brand Perception: The event and subsequent media coverage successfully elevated the brand of “The Company” and solidified its position as a key player in the drone logistics market, driving industry-wide discussions on drone regulations, infrastructure, and the future of logistics.
  • Engagement with a Diverse Audience: The multi-lingual coverage ensured that the achievement reached a diverse and broad audience, from rural logistics experts to urban industry leaders, sparking conversations across multiple sectors.

Through Ellequinn Communications' strategic planning, media engagement, and targeted PR efforts, the historic launch of India’s first DGCA-licensed logistics drone from “The Company” transcended a simple product handover to become a defining moment for drone logistics in India. The comprehensive coverage and national recognition not only spotlighted the drone’s capabilities but also opened new conversations about the future of logistics, firmly establishing “The Company” as a trailblazer in this innovative industry.

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