SkyDrive to Develop eVTOL Tourism Services in Japan with JTB

Travel solutions provider JTB and eVTOL manufacturer SkyDrive will collaborate to explore the commercialization and social implementation of eVTOLs By Joe Macey / 02 Dec 2024
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An Japan-based eVTOL manufacturer has signed an agreement to create new tourism value using eVTOLs.

eVTOL tourism services with SkyDrive and JTB
eVTOL tourism partnership between JTB and SkyDrive.

The partnership between JTB Corp and SkyDrive aims to contribute to regional revitalization by introducing eVTOL tourism services to local companies and municipalities.

Through the new agreement, JTB and SkyDrive will collaborate to explore the commercialization and social implementation of eVTOL. This partnership leverages SkyDrive’s expertise in eVTOLs and JTB’s robust product planning capabilities and national network.

JTB, a leading travel solutions provider in Japan, is dedicated to revitalizing local communities by enhancing the flow of people, goods, and commerce. Through the new agreement, JTB and SkyDrive will collaborate to explore the commercialization and social implementation of eVTOL. This partnership leverages SkyDrive’s expertise in eVTOLs and JTB’s robust product planning capabilities and national network.

The primary focus of this alliance is to develop a viable business model for eVTOL, identify regions with high potential for success, and create value-added tourism products. SkyDrive and JTB aim to offer novel tourism experiences that cater to both domestic travelers and international visitors to Japan, such as eVTOL sightseeing and more efficient tour itineraries. The partnership seeks to invigorate local economies and enhance the vibrancy of local communities in collaboration with local enterprises and governments.

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