ZS DroneTech officially began production at its industrial-grade heavy-lift unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) research and manufacturing facility in Tangqiao town, Zhangjiagang, on Aug 29, marking the city's first full-scale UAV production project.
The company focuses on large-scale UAVs for logistics, emergency rescue, and security inspections, boasting core technologies such as integrated carbon fiber molding and automated UAV inspection systems. ZS DroneTech is among the first companies to develop industrial UAVs equipped with GPS-denied laser modules, with leading performance in terms of flight endurance and payload ratio.
UAVs developed by ZS DroneTech. [Photo/WeChat account: zhangjiagangfabu365]
The facility is expected to generate an annual output value of approximately 160 million yuan ($22.4 million), with planned production of 30 large UAVs, 300 medium and small UAVs, and 3,000 mini UAVs each year.
In recent years, Zhangjiagang has identified low-altitude economy as a key future industry. Since early 2024, the city has attracted 29 low-altitude economy projects and 32 related enterprises, covering manufacturing, flight services, and operational support. This growing ecosystem is gradually shaping a comprehensive industrial chain for the sector.