Summary: Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) Releases Standardized Measures to Facilitate Drone Logistics, Including Procedures for Drone Navigation over River Airspaces and Infrastructure Development on March 15.

On the 15th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced standards for facilitating the smooth operation of drone logistics in the airspace above rivers. The standards outline procedures for setting up facilities necessary for drone delivery and navigating drone logistics in such spaces. The guidelines, titled “Guidelines for Package Delivery Using Drones,” aim to streamline processes and ensure safe and efficient drone operations for cargo delivery services. Stay informed about the implementation of these standards by the Ministry to support the growth and development of drone logistics in Japan.