Nokia and Flying Lion, Inc. (FLI) have announced a significant partnership aimed at accelerating the growth of the Drones-as-a-Service sector, particularly focusing on public safety and various industries across North America. 

This strategic agreement underscores their joint commitment to expanding the reach of Nokia's comprehensive drone solution, Nokia Drone Networks, along with collaborating with key ecosystem partners.

Thomas Eder, Nokia's Head of Embedded Wireless Solutions, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "The strategic agreement with Flying Lion is a logical progression in bolstering our presence in the North American market. We are thrilled to welcome Flying Lion into our ecosystem. By extending Nokia's turnkey portfolio to facilitate 5G-connected drone operations, including beyond visual line of sight capabilities, we anticipate significant enhancements in efficiency at a reduced cost structure."