Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia is hosting NGD2020 (Next-Generation Drones), the largest world-class start-up competition for advanced UAS systems.
Join 100+ drone start-ups founders in a dynamic gathering to present their innovations. Top 10 start-ups will win prizes of USD 1.5 Million.
NGD is an exhibition based competition where the contestants will show their drone solutions to the Judges and be scored based on the scoring criteria.
100+ startup companies
March 18-21, 2020
1.5M$ Prize Pool
International judges
US$ 600,000 (US$ 200,000 for each category)
US$ 300,000 (US$ 100,000 for each category)
US$ 150,000 (US$ 50,000 for each category)
US$ 75,000 (US$ 25,000 for each category)
Co-Founder & CEO
Delair
Global Head
PwC Drone Powered Solutions
Executive Editor
Commercial UAV News
Manager of Innovation and Digitalization Unit
Federal Office of Civil Aviation Switzerland
Judges and teams arrival
05:00 - 10:00 PM
Startups Competition
07:00 - 11:00 PM
Closing Ceremony
9 : 00 pm - 10 : 00 pm
Departure from KSA
Competition terms and conditions of the competition can be found here
| What is the NGD? |
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| Next-Generation Drones event, Startup gathering to showcase the latest drone technologies worldwide and compete to win the big prizes. |
| Does NGD includes a drones race? |
| No, It’s a competition depends on showcasing the newest and the best technology for drones. |
| What are the benefits of participating at NGD? |
| Networking with startups from all over the world working on the same field, investment opportunities with large companies and marketing your products in the newest emerging market in the region |
| Is there any specifications for participated products? |
| Yes, several criteria have been listed here |
| Do I need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia |
| Yes, you can apply for Saudi visa from here https://visa.visitsaudi.com/ |
| What about participants flights and accommodation in Riyadh? |
| Flights, accommodation and transportation will be arranged for all participants. |
