How HHLA Sky and Skycharge Validated a CE-Certified Drone Charging Hangar for 24/7 Operations
Autonomous drone operations need ground-based infrastructure that supports diverse drone fleets, that is resilient and performs reliably in any environment.
That’s why HHLA Sky partnered with Skycharge to validate our new CE-certified drone hangar through joint testing at the Port of Hamburg.
Why HHLA Sky Chose Skycharge’s Contact-Based Charging Hangar
HHLA Sky operates drones in complex industrial and maritime environments, where:
Weather is unpredictable
Safety and uptime are non-negotiable
Multiple UAV types and missions must be coordinated
This made them an ideal partner to validate our latest contact-based drone docking & charging hangar designed for 24/7 use.
Real-World Testing at the Port of Hamburg
The hangar was integrated with HHLA Sky’s systems and evaluated in active port operations.
During testing, the Skycharge Hangar had to withstand:
Salt air and rain
Temperature swings
Unstable power conditions
Operational tempo typical of industrial sites
The system maintained continuous availability and supported multiple UAVs.
Industrial-Grade Features: Resilience, Uptime, and Compatibility
During validation, the new Skycharge Hangar demonstrated:
24/7 operational continuity: Reliable readiness for automated missions, day and night.
All-weather durability: A weatherproof enclosure, HVAC control, and robust construction for maritime and industrial sites.
Cross-platform compatibility: Integrated with HHLA Sky’s fleet to support diverse UAVs, reducing vendor lock-in while reducing commissioning and decommissioning events.
These attributes make it a compelling option for operators seeking a weather-resistant drone charging station for long-term deployment.
Enabling the Future of BVLOS and Security Operations
By validating the hangar in a demanding port environment, Skycharge and HHLA Sky have shown that automated drone charging can be:
Reliable enough for BVLOS inspections
Robust enough for inspections, security and perimeter monitoring
Flexible enough for evolving fleets and use cases
Commercial Readiness: Built for Real Deployment
A major outcome of the validation program with HHLA Sky is demonstrating not just performance—but readiness for real-world deployment.
The Skycharge Hangar is now entering production with a standard 90-day delivery cycle, giving operators a predictable path to scale automation across multiple locations.
Key readiness advantages include:
90-day production lead time for rapid infrastructure rollout
Modular installation (<1 day) for minimal site disruption
Standardized architecture that simplifies multi-site replication
CE-certified, field-tested reliability for enterprise procurement processes
For operators planning BVLOS routes, automated inspections, security missions, or port logistics, this level of commercial readiness reduces friction and accelerates deployment timelines.
Discover how the Skycharge Hangar can support your automated drone operations.
