AirMobility Inc. and Skyportz have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to introduce the Aeroberm™ modular vertipad solution to the Japanese market.
As the commercial launch of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and large industrial drones approaches, the development of specialized vertiport infrastructure is accelerating globally. The partnership focuses on addressing critical factors for community acceptance, including the management of downwash generated during take-off and landing, noise reduction, and the ability to respond rapidly to potential battery fires.
The Aeroberm™ is a patented modular system designed by Australian firm Skyportz to mitigate these specific operational risks. AirMobility Inc., based in Tokyo, plans to integrate this physical infrastructure with its proprietary vertiport automation system, AirVport. By combining these hardware and software solutions, the company aims to establish a framework for safe and efficient vertiport operations across Japan.
Clem Newton-Brown, CEO of Skyportz, said, “We are delighted to enter the Japanese market through our partnership with AirMobility Inc. Japan is one of the world’s most forward-looking markets for Advanced Air Mobility, and we are confident that AirMobility’s network and expertise will be a significant asset in deploying Skyportz’s technology in Japan.”
The integration of the Aeroberm™ is viewed as a vital step in preparing Japanese infrastructure for the unique demands of heavy industrial drones and passenger eVTOLs. The modular nature of the technology allows for flexible deployment in various environments, supporting the broader development of the country’s Advanced Air Mobility ecosystem.
Hisashi Asai, President & CEO of AirMobility Inc., added, “We see Skyportz’s Aeroberm™ as an essential piece of physical infrastructure for increasing the social acceptance of eVTOL and drone operations. By combining it with our proprietary AirVport, we believe we can realize safe and efficient vertiport operations where software and hardware work in concert.”
