NEXT DELIVERY Holds Demo Flight Event in Shizuoka Prefecture for Three Latest Domestic Logistics Drones

NEXT DELIVERY Inc. (Headquarters: Kosuge Village, Yamanashi Prefecture; Representative Director: Keisuke Taji; hereinafter referred to as NEXT DELIVERY) held a demo flight event featuring three latest domestic logistics drones in Kawanehoncho, Shizuoka Prefecture on June 26, 2026 (Fri).

This event showcased multi-drone remote operation simulations, envisioning actual logistics operations, and included drone explanations and consultation sessions by each aircraft manufacturer. Approximately 70 attendees from about 30 companies considering the adoption of logistics drones were welcomed, providing an opportunity to concretely visualize everything from aircraft selection to the establishment of an operational system.

The aircraft featured on the day were a new logistics drone equipped with the "ActiveWing®" new technology, announced in March of this year through joint research and development with Ems Robotics Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Ems Robotics); the latest domestic logistics drone "PD4B-M LogiAir" equipped with 4D GRAVITY®, jointly developed with Prodrone Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Prodrone) and announced in May of this year; and ACSL Inc.'s multi-use drone "PF4".

Three latest domestic logistics drones introduced at the venue

Prototype of a new logistics drone equipped with the new technology ActiveWing®, jointly developed with Ems Robotics Latest domestic logistics drone "PD4B-M LogiAir" equipped with 4D GRAVITY®, manufactured by Prodrone Domestic multi-use drone "PF4", manufactured by ACSL

NEXT DELIVERY conducted remote operation demonstrations and introduced the "SkyHub® Starter Package," which comprehensively supports everything from consideration to operation launch for drone logistics, based on the new smart logistics SkyHub®*1 that is being implemented nationwide. They also explained sustainable regional logistics models and concrete business development strategies utilizing logistics drones. Furthermore, they provided information on the SkyHub® Training Center, a human resource development program for practical drone logistics established in November last year.

Unfortunately, due to heavy rain and thunderstorms caused by a typhoon, the planned flight operations could not be fully realized. However, the flow of multi-drone operations using multi-screens, simulating actual delivery operations, was presented. Many attendees expressed that their image of adopting and utilizing logistics drones was enhanced after experiencing the operational methods and on-site application scenarios.

Representatives from each aircraft manufacturer also participated on the day, engaging in direct consultations regarding aircraft specifications, pricing, implementation points, and operational systems. The venue was vibrant throughout, with many questions being directed to the representatives.

Remote operation of PF4 flying from Kawanehoncho to Kamishihoro Town, Hokkaido Remote pilot conducting remote operations (using multi-screens) "PD4B-M LogiAir" being prepared for flight at the former Kawanehoncho Nakagawane Minami Elementary School in light rain Aircraft explanations from each manufacturer

[Overview of "Demo Flight Event for Three Domestic Logistics Drones"]

Date: June 26, 2026 (Fri) Morning Session: 10:00 AM - 12:45 PM Afternoon Session: 1:30 PM - 4:15 PM

Location: Kawanehoncho SkyHub® Drone Depot (Former Kawanehoncho Nakagawane Minami Elementary School)

Content: - Opening Remarks - Overview Explanation by NEXT DELIVERY - Aircraft Explanations by Each Manufacturer - Drone Delivery Demo Flight via Remote Operation - Individual Consultation Sessions

Exhibited and Flying Aircraft:

1. New Logistics Drone equipped with ActiveWing® (Jointly developed with Ems Robotics) - Next-generation logistics drone realizing long-distance, high-efficiency flight with movable auxiliary wings.

2. PD4B-M LogiAir (Manufactured by Prodrone) - Latest domestic logistics drone equipped with 4D GRAVITY®.

3. PF4 (Manufactured by ACSL) - Domestic multi-use drone.

Other Introduction Content:

["SkyHub® Starter Package" Supporting Logistics Drone Adoption to Operation]

NEXT DELIVERY has been promoting the new smart logistics SkyHub® business, jointly developed by its parent company, Aeronext Inc., and Seino Holdings Co., Ltd., since 2021.

New smart logistics SkyHub® is a new logistics infrastructure that aims to optimize regional logistics as a whole by connecting existing land transportation with drone logistics, creating a best mix of ground and air logistics infrastructure. It is currently being implemented in multiple regions nationwide, primarily utilizing logistics-dedicated drones equipped with Aeronext's proprietary aircraft structural design technology, 4D GRAVITY®*2.

Furthermore, for companies and municipalities considering drone logistics adoption, NEXT DELIVERY offers the "SkyHub® Starter Package" to support them from the consideration phase through to operational launch.

The three aircraft for which demo flights were conducted are also scheduled for phased implementation into actual operations.

[About SkyHub® Training Center]

At the "SkyHub® Training Center (SkyHub® TC)," established in November 2025, NEXT DELIVERY provides human resource development programs to acquire the practical knowledge and skills necessary for operating logistics drones.

In addition to basic piloting skills, the program supports the establishment of operational systems, including delivery route design, flight application, and safety management, aiming to train personnel for regular delivery operations using logistics drones.

For details, please see here.

Materials

*1 New Smart Logistics SkyHub®

The mechanism of the new smart logistics, a new logistics infrastructure jointly developed and deployed by Aeronext and Seino HD, which aims to optimize regional logistics as a whole by connecting existing land transportation with drone logistics and creating a best mix of ground and air logistics infrastructure. It is an open and standardized platform incorporating drone delivery, which, based at Drone Depots®, provides services tailored to regional issues and needs such as joint delivery of cargo from different logistics companies using vehicles and drones, shopping assistance, food delivery, and pharmaceutical delivery.

SkyHub® is a solution that reconstructs logistics networks to address regional issues such as labor shortages due to declining birthrate and aging population, transportation problems in depopulated areas, medical issues, disaster preparedness, measures for logistics-disadvantaged populations, and maintenance of public transportation. It is also significant for promoting regional revitalization through improved convenience and quality of life for residents, and for building sustainable regional communities.

*2 Aircraft Structural Design Technology 4D GRAVITY®

4D GRAVITY® is an aircraft structural design technology developed by Aeronext that optimizes aerodynamic characteristics by equalizing motor rotation speed regardless of attitude, state, or operation during flight, and by controlling lift, drag, and aircraft weight based on the aircraft's shape and structure. This improves the fundamental performance of industrial drones, such as stability, efficiency, and maneuverability, as well as the transport performance of logistics-dedicated drones. Aeronext has patented this technology and manages it as the 4D GRAVITY® patent portfolio. The improvement in fundamental performance through 4D GRAVITY® also expands the possibilities for utilizing industrial drones in new markets and applications.

[About NEXT DELIVERY Inc.]

Based on the Aeronext Group's mission, "To a world where prosperity reaches every corner with new social infrastructure for the 100-year life era," NEXT DELIVERY was established in Kosuge Village, Yamanashi Prefecture in 2021 as a strategic subsidiary of Aeronext, with drone delivery as its main business. It promotes the planning and operation of SkyHub®, a new smart logistics system that connects existing logistics with drone logistics to become new social infrastructure, jointly developed and deployed by Aeronext and Seino HD, and is expanding nationwide. It also engages in peripheral businesses such as the development, sales, operation, and maintenance of hardware and software related to joint delivery and drone delivery. Starting from Kosuge Village in Yamanashi Prefecture, it is working to improve the efficiency of regional logistics and solve regional social issues in various locations nationwide, including Kamishihoro Town in Hokkaido and Tsuruga City in Fukui Prefecture.

*For company overview, please visit https://aeronext.co.jp/about/company/

*Aeronext, the Aeronext logo, NEXT DELIVERY, and "4D GRAVITY®" and "SkyHub®" are trademarks of Aeronext Inc.

*Other company names and product/service names mentioned in this press release are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.