Autonomous Drones as “Computers with Wings”
According to co-founder Oliver Gregor Lichtenstein, the team spent five years developing a unique technology: a fully autonomous drone aircraft described as a “computer with wings.”
The drone launches independently from a dedicated station, requires no on-site personnel, and complies with strict EU airspace regulations for long-range flights. The fresh capital will now accelerate growth, particularly in international markets.
EU-Compliant and Data Sovereign
A key advantage of Beagle Systems is full EU compliance. Since both hardware and software are “Made in Germany,” Beagle retains full control over data flows—an essential factor given geopolitical tensions and regulatory barriers affecting non-European providers.
“We hold operational authorization for EU airspace and can already cover 80% of EU territory, excluding densely populated regions,” emphasizes Lichtenstein.
Broad Range of Applications
Nikolas Samios, Managing Partner at PT1, highlights the relevance of the technology:
“At a time when critical infrastructure is increasingly becoming a target of attacks, real-time monitoring is essential—whether for energy lines or telecommunications.”
The potential therefore extends far beyond the energy sector.
Outlook
The market continues to grow steadily, and Beagle is already profitable in Germany. The next step is expansion into new markets.
On a smaller scale, in the traditional construction industry, drones are also being used more frequently, for example in:
- Existing building surveys
- Construction progress monitoring
- Construction site surveillance
- Marketing
- Supporting inspection and maintenance of bridges (see our article on Straintest), façades, roofs, or hard-to-access areas
- Thermography and thermal imaging
If you would like to learn more about strategies and approaches for efficient building and campus documentation—including drone-based methods—we recommend our webinar with Thomas Knepper.
