Dissecting Guangdong's Special Task Force
Shenzhen and Guangzhou undoubtedly stand as prime locations to witness the surge of China's low-altitude economic development, bolstered by the establishment of a new task force.
German eVTOL giant Lilium has officially landed in the Chinese market and Ehang is reportedly launching pilot trials, carrying tourists around Wutong Mountain.
In Shenzhen's largest jewelry trading center, Shenzhen Water Bay, a dedicated drone route has shortened the original 30-minute drive to just 12 minutes, safely delivering precious gems and gold and jewelry to customers. The route operates with a flexible transportation model of “on-demand, anytime, and anywhere” flight, connecting Lilang International Jewelry Industrial Park, the Water Bay area, and Shenzhen Teli Buxin Industrial Zone.
As of May 2024, approximately 30 routes have been established across 10 business districts in Shenzhen, offering drone delivery services to offices, scenic spots, municipal parks, as well as medical and campus environments. The routes have fulfilled around 270,000 user orders.
Meanehile, the Shenzhen-Zhuhai low-altitude transportation route, operational since before the May Day holiday and priced at 999 yuan per ticket, has reduced travel time from 3 hours to 20 minutes.
Concurrently, Shenzhen has seen a surge in general aviation activities, with various companies offering helicopter services, covering urban commuting and intercity flights.
According to government statistics, in 2023, the number of helicopters in Shenzhen reached 23,000.
Shenzhen is unquestionably a prime location to witness the surge of China's low-altitude economic development. As is Guangzhou.
So what’s next?