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@Skytechevent #Skytech #UAV #Drones EXHIBITORS ARPAS-UK is a Professional Trade Association that represents the small RPAS industry and all of its stakeholders. ARPAS was set up just over a year ago and members voted the current committee into post at the first AGM held in Feb 2014. We represent every industry stakeholder involved in this data industry, from operators to end users, and all of the consultants and industry service providers in between. ARPAS UK’s objectives include: Create a unified voice by co-ordinating sector representation and develop a forum for business’s to collaborate, promote safety standards, and take a leading role in influencing opinion on RPAS legislation. Work with the CAA to secure the regulatory environment to ensure commercial operators can fly and facilitate new business opportunities. Drive higher safety standards and set the example of best practice, to enable end users to easily identify the most appropriate operator to hire. Improve and protect the public and commercial perception of the industry. ARPAS-UK is a Professional Trade Association that represents the small RPAS industry and all of its stakeholders. ARPAS was set up just over a year ago and members voted the current committee into post at the first AGM held in Feb 2014. We represent every industry stakeholder involved in this data industry, from operators to end users, and all of the consultants and industry service providers in between. ARPAS UK’s objectives include: Create a unified voice by co-ordinating sector representation and develop a forum for business’s to collaborate, promote safety standards, and take a leading role in influencing opinion on RPAS legislation. Work with the CAA to secure the regulatory environment to ensure commercial operators can fly and facilitate new business opportunities. Drive higher safety standards and set the example of best practice, to enable end users to easily identify the most appropriate operator to hire. Improve and protect the public and commercial perception of the industry. 2