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    Autonomous Drone Surveillance for Large and Complex Sites

    Secure expansive outdoor environments with autonomous aerial surveillance that delivers real-time visibility, AI-powered detection and rapid incident assessment. Protectas provides a complete drone surveillance solution—from site design and deployment to monitoring, maintenance and operational support.

    Overview

    Extend your security beyond fixed infrastructure

    Securing large outdoor environments presents unique challenges. Industrial facilities, logistics hubs, construction sites and critical infrastructure often include vast perimeters, isolated zones and areas that are difficult to monitor continuously using fixed cameras or physical patrols alone. 

    Autonomous drone surveillance adds a dynamic layer of protection by providing aerial coverage whenever and wherever it is needed. Operating independently from an intelligent docking station, drones automatically inspect your site, verify incidents and deliver live information to support faster operational decisions. 

    Key capabilities 

    • Autonomous 24/7 aerial surveillance 
    • AI-powered detection of people and vehicles 
    • Live HD and thermal imaging 
    • Rapid deployment from a smart docking station 
    • Integrated into Protectas security operations 

    Overview

    A complete drone surveillance ecosystem

    Protectas delivers far more than drone technology. We design, deploy and maintain a fully integrated surveillance ecosystem tailored to your operational environment. 

    From initial site analysis and mapping to installation, training and ongoing support, every component is managed by our experts to ensure reliable long-term performance. 

    Technical highlights 

    • Flight speed up to 54 km/h 
    • Up to 54 minutes of autonomous flight 
    • Transmission range up to 25 km 
    • 48 MP camera with 112× zoom 
    • Integrated infrared imaging 
    • AI analytics for human and vehicle detection 
    • Optional deterrence lighting 

    Benefits

    Why choose autonomous drone surveillance?

    Monitor large sites more efficiently
    Expand surveillance coverage across extensive outdoor areas without multiplying fixed installations.
    Gain immediate aerial awareness
    Receive live aerial imagery during security events to better understand the situation before deploying resources.
    Detect threats earlier
    Artificial intelligence continuously analyses activity to identify potential intrusions or suspicious behaviour in real time.
    Support faster operational decisions
    High-definition video and thermal imaging provide accurate information to help security teams respond more effectively.
    Deploy quickly with minimal infrastructure
    The autonomous docking station enables rapid installation without major construction work.
    Rely on one trusted security partner
    Protectas manages every stage of your solution—from consultancy and deployment to maintenance, support and future optimisation.

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      Stay updated when it matters most

      Receive instant notifications whenever an access event, alarm or anomaly occurs. MyProtectas keeps you continuously informed about what’s happening across your sites — without needing to check manually.

      You also get immediate access to reports as soon as they are available, so you never have to wait for updates. All your security information is centralized and easy to access whenever you need it.

      Protectas dashboard showing real-time security alerts and access control notifications across multiple sites

      Get full visibility on every incident

      Stay in control with detailed, time-stamped reports for every access event. Whether it’s routine activity or a critical situation, you always have a clear and complete view of what happened.

      Quick access to structured information helps you review situations efficiently and ensures you always have the context needed to take the right decisions.

      Protectas access control report interface displaying detailed time-stamped entry logs and incident reports

      Turn data into smarter security decisions

      Use the data from MyProtectas to identify patterns, recurring issues and opportunities for improvement. Clear statistics and insights help you understand what works — and what needs attention.

      You can also extract and share relevant data with your teams, enabling continuous improvement and better coordination across your organisation.

      Protectas analytics dashboard highlighting security trends, access patterns and risk insights across locations

      Take control with intuitive self-service tools

      Manage access rights, users and permissions independently through a user-friendly platform. Make changes instantly and adapt your security setup without delays.

      With MyProtectas, you stay in control at all times — empowering your teams to act quickly while ensuring everything runs smoothly and securely.

      Protectas user managing access permissions and security settings through a centralized self-service platform
      • Key questions about autonomous drone surveillance

        Discover how autonomous drone surveillance works, where it delivers the greatest value and how it integrates with your wider Protectas security strategy.

        FAQs

      Transform your site security with autonomous drone surveillance

      Protectas combines autonomous drones, AI-powered detection and expert security services to help you monitor large outdoor environments more efficiently. From site assessment and deployment to ongoing support, we deliver a complete solution tailored to your operational needs. Our experts will get back to you within 24 business hours.