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Launched by Mirragin Consulting, Mirragin Australian Drone Ecosystem (MADE) aims to streamline access to drone capabilities by acting as a central hub where end users can easily find the right technology and expertise to suit their specific operational needs.
Drones and autonomous systems are reshaping how Australian industries operate, from spraying crops across vast farmlands to surveying remote mine sites and supporting emergency response operations. Once largely viewed through a defence lens, these technologies are now at the forefront of innovation in sectors such as agriculture, mining, energy and emergency services.
Yet for many organisations, sourcing the right drone solutions and navigating the supplier landscape remains a complex and time-consuming task.
Rob Sutton, managing director of Mirragin and founder of the MADE platform, said: “Drones and autonomous systems are now everywhere, from monitoring crops to conducting search and rescue missions.”
Enter the Mirragin Australian Drone Ecosystem (MADE), a new national portal designed to connect Australian businesses, government agencies and industry stakeholders with trusted drone and autonomous system providers.
“But many organisations simply don’t know where to start. MADE is designed to be a matchmaking ecosystem, linking users with vetted and reliable drone suppliers across the country,” Sutton said.
The platform is also geared towards supporting the rapid adoption of drone technology while enhancing Australia’s sovereign capability in the field. With demand for autonomous systems on the rise, MADE is positioning itself as a key enabler for industries seeking fast, reliable, and local solutions.
Sutton said: “We’re incredibly proud to see MADE evolving into a national ecosystem that connects suppliers and end users through a single, streamlined platform. As part of this, we’ve also launched the MADE Search and Rescue (SAR) Network – a rapid-response capability that enables emergency services to quickly access trusted drone support when and where it is needed most.”
