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Drones in sight: rapid growth through M&A’s in a soaring new industry

Dyveke Weissbach (Grenoble EM, Grenoble, France)
Kathryn Tebbe (Center for International Affairs, Grenoble EM, Grenoble, France)

Strategic Direction

ISSN: 0258-0543

Article publication date: 13 June 2016

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review the recent developments within the non-military drone industry, and the increase thereafter of investment within the industry through mergers and acquisitions.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

The rapid growth of the drone industry has caught the interest of firms and one mode of entry for many of these firms has been through mergers and acquisitions of emerging drone companies. Although the commercial-drone industry is still in its early stages, market consolidations and major investments are occurring despite strict governmental regulations.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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Citation

Weissbach, D. and Tebbe, K. (2016), "Drones in sight: rapid growth through M&A’s in a soaring new industry", Strategic Direction, Vol. 32 No. 6, pp. 37-39. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-04-2016-0044

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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