Under the federal program for pilotless delivery of goods, Russian Post planned to open about 7 regular routes in Yamal and 21 in Chukotka by the end of this year. They even carried out cargo test deliveries using Russian Helicopters’ unmanned aircraft systems in the spring of 2023. However, none of these routes are yet operational and there have been no new tests since March.
Russian Post is believed to have put the project on hold after new CEO Mikhail Volkov focused on projects that could generate profits in the near future. The market for unmanned freight transport is just beginning to develop in Russia, especially in remote regions, which makes it currently unprofitable.
Although a State Transport Leasing Company (STLC) is already involved in the federal project on unmanned aerial vehicle systems, there is still room for activity in relevant areas of this sector, and Russian Post can get its share of this growing market if it acts actively. is located in this direction.
Source: Ferra
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