27 Jul 2021

MSA Safety Incorporated, the global pioneer in the development, manufacture, and supply of safety products that protect people and facility infrastructures announced it has established a joint development agreement with Perspective Robotics AG of Zurich, Switzerland. Established in 2014, Perspective Robotics AG develops advanced situational awareness tools that utilise tethered drone technology for first responder applications under the brand name Fotokite.  

The two companies will collaborate to advance fire scene situational awareness, both locally and through the cloud, through the development of enhanced products and services that leverage key strengths of both organisations - Fotokite’s expertise in autonomous and actively tethered drone technology and situational intelligence solutions and MSA’s deep experience in developing breakthrough products, systems, and technologies for firefighter safety and accountability.