Rocketdna

What Rocketdna does

RocketDNA Ltd is an ASX-listed autonomous drone services and data analytics company headquartered in Perth, Australia, with operational subsidiaries in South Africa (Rocketmine South Africa) and Ghana (Rocketmine Ghana) and an additional Australian office in Adelaide. Founded in 2018 as a SACAA-approved drone training organisation, the company has evolved into a vertically integrated provider of autonomous drone-in-a-box systems (the xBot platform, including SurveyBot, PatrolBot, and InspectBot variants), outsourced remote operations, and a portfolio of geospatial data products serving mining, agriculture, security, construction, and energy customers across Australia and Africa. Its technology stack combines DJI Enterprise hardware with proprietary software including the SiteTube visualisation platform, a cloud-based API for mission automation, and the in-development Skylink drone operating system for multi-site fleet orchestration, supported by 27+ Remote Operating Centres and Starlink satellite connectivity.

The company's core technology revolves around continuous, BVLOS-approved autonomous drone operations monitored by certified remote pilots, with AI-powered computer vision applied to stockpile volumetrics, open-pit conformance reporting, haul road intelligence, blast surveys, anomaly detection (water leaks, corrosion), and perimeter security threat identification. RocketDNA monetises across multiple revenue streams: hardware sales of xBot units at approximately $100,000 plus $30,000 in site works, fully managed subscription services with regulatory compliance bundled in, pay-per-flight pricing without capital outlay, SACAA-accredited pilot training courses, and resale of Strayos AI mining analytics and DJI Enterprise hardware as an accredited distributor in Australia and Africa.

The go-to-market is primarily enterprise field sales targeting mining majors (Anglo American, Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti, South32, Northern Star Resources, Pilbara Minerals, Exxaro, Seriti, Vedanta, Norton Gold Fields, Red 5) with selective exposure to agriculture (Bayer, Syngenta), construction (WBHO), security, and energy customers. Strategic distribution partnerships with Strayos and DJI Enterprise, combined with BVLOS regulatory approvals from CASA (Australia) and SACAA (South Africa) and BARS Silver safety verification, form the foundation of its competitive position.

Name

Rocketdna

Legal name

RocketDNA Ltd

Website

https://rocketdna.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

RocketDNA Ltd is an ASX-listed autonomous drone-in-a-box and geospatial data services company that builds, deploys, and remotely operates AI-enabled xBot drone systems for enterprise mining, agriculture, security, and infrastructure customers across Australia and Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Autonomous Drone Solutions & Geospatial Data Services

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (54137), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

UAS Ground Control Stations (GCS) & Remote Operations Infrastructure (IMABAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Drone/UAV Data Capture & Processing Software (AFAAAFAH), Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) & Multirotor Drones (IMABAIAA), Drone/UAS Application Services (Spraying, Spreading, Seeding) (AFACAIAB)

Keywords

• Autonomous drone systems
• Drone data services
• Aerial surveying
• Mining drone solutions
• BVLOS operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Autonomous Drone Systems (xBot): Sale of autonomous Drone-in-a-Box systems including hardware, software, and site integration. xBot units priced at approximately $100,000 plus site works. Available as hardware-only or fully managed service models.
2. Outsourced Remote Operations: Fully managed service model including hardware, remote operations, and after-sales maintenance. Customers pay per flight hour with regulatory approvals handled by RocketDNA. Includes 24/7 monitoring from remote operating centers.
3. Pay-Per-Flight Services: Regulatory-ready pay-per-flight model leveraging existing BVLOS approvals. Customers pay per flight hour without capital investment in equipment or compliance.
4. Strayos Software Distribution: Resale of Strayos AI-powered mining analytics software as accredited distributor in Australia and Africa. Transforms raw drone data into actionable operational insights.
5. Drone Training & Certification: SACAA-accredited training courses including Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC), BVLOS certification, Crew Resource Management, Dangerous Goods, and Rocket Launch Automation. Revenue from course fees.
6. Data Products & Analysis: Drone-based geospatial data solutions including aerial surveying, volumetric reporting, conformance monitoring, and security patrol services. Deliverables include reports, 3D models, and live video streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

RocketDNA provides autonomous drone-in-a-box (xBot) systems and drone-based geospatial data products for enterprise customers in mining, agriculture, security, and infrastructure sectors. The company offers fully managed drone operations including hardware, remote piloting from certified Remote Operating Centres, AI-powered data analytics, and compliance with BVLOS regulations. Complementary services include SACAA-accredited drone pilot training, distribution of third-party solutions (Strayos analytics, DJI Enterprise hardware), and proprietary platforms like SiteTube and Skylink.

Product overview

RocketDNA is a drone-based data services company offering a unified portfolio of autonomous drone solutions and geospatial data products for mining, agriculture, security, and infrastructure industries. The core offering consists of the xBot Drone-in-a-Box platform with specialized variants including SurveyBot (survey and volumetric reporting), PatrolBot (perimeter security), and InspectBot (thermal/RGB inspections), all supported by Outsourced Remote Operations services with BVLOS-certified pilots. Complementary Data Products include AeroMap, PitView, PitComply, RoadSense for mining applications; FarmCount for agriculture; LeakDetect for pipeline inspection; SkyPatrol and IntelliSky for security; and SolarInspect for solar farms. The company also distributes DJI Enterprise hardware and resells Strayos AI analytics software for mining. A proprietary Skylink drone operating system platform manages flight dispatch and mission tracking across operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• xBot: Drone-in-a-Box autonomous robotics and remote data capture platform
• Skylink
• SiteTube
• InspectBot
• PatrolBot
• SurveyBot
• Outsourced Remote Operations
• Strayos
• DroneLoan

Products and services

• xBots (Drone in a Box) Autonomous drone-in-a-box platform enabling remote, automated data capture across mining, agriculture, security, and infrastructure sectors. Includes specialized bot variants and outsourced remote operations services.
• SurveyBot Autonomous drone-in-a-box solution for survey and volumetric reporting. Features automated stockpile surveys, open-pit safety and conformance reporting, and construction progress monitoring with AI-enabled anomaly detection. 50-minute flight time, 5-10km max operating radius.
• PatrolBot Autonomous perimeter surveillance and security patrol drone with AI threat detection for identifying vehicles and people. Features 24/7 operational capability with thermal and optical cameras. 40-minute flight time, 5-7km max operating radius.
• InspectBot Remote video, photo, and thermal inspection drone with live HD streaming from Remote Operating Centre.
• Outsourced Remote Operations Fully managed drone-in-a-box service for enterprise including hardware, remote operations by certified pilots, and after-sales maintenance under RocketDNA's regulatory approvals. Available on pay-per-flight or subscription models.
• AeroMap Drone-based aerial surveying and mapping solution for generating precise topographical data and geographic information.
• FarmCount Drone-based plant and livestock quantification service for agricultural operations.
• IntelliSky Drone-based reconnaissance and security services for enterprise perimeter monitoring and threat detection.
• LeakDetect Automated pipeline inspection solution using drones with computer vision AI to detect leaks, corrosion, and other anomalies.
• PitComply Open pit conformance reporting service ensuring mining operations meet design specifications and regulatory requirements.
• PitView Drone-based open-pit 3D modeling service for mining site visualization and analysis.
• RoadSense Haul road intelligence, optimization, and de-risking solution for mining logistics safety.
• SkyPatrol Drone-based perimeter and security patrol services for continuous surveillance monitoring.
• SolarInspect Solar inspection services using drones for thermal and visual assessment of solar installations.
• Skylink Drone Operating System Proprietary drone operating system platform managing flight dispatch, resource allocation, and real-time mission tracking for multi-site operations.
• SACAA-Accredited Drone Training Courses SACAA-accredited training courses including Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC), BVLOS certification, Crew Resource Management, Dangerous Goods, Executive Drone Course, and Rocket Launch Automation. Revenue from course fees.
• Strayos Software Distribution AI-powered mining analytics platform distributed by RocketDNA as accredited distributor in Australia and Africa. Features stockpile volumetrics, haul road AI, conformance reporting, fragmentation analysis, and KPI dashboard reporting.
• DJI Enterprise Hardware Distribution Drone hardware, sensors, and accessories distributed by RocketDNA as an authorized partner of DJI Enterprise.

Quantifiable outcome

• Post-blast survey time reduced from 3-4 hours to under 1 hour (30-60 minutes)
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability10 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• StrayoscoreTechnology or IntegrationRocketDNA is an accredited distributor of Strayos Software in Australia and Africa. Strayos transforms raw drone data into useable information for mining operations, adding value to operational decisions and workflow. Features include survey analytics, stockpile volumetrics, open pit conformance reporting, haul road AI, drill & blast analysis, and KPI dashboards.
• DJI EnterprisecoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner and distributor of DJI Enterprise drone hardware, sensors, and accessories. xBot systems utilize DJI Dock 2 and DJI Matrice 3D/3TD aircraft with advanced camera and sensor configurations including thermal imaging, zoom cameras, and laser range finders.
• Starlink (SpaceX)coreTechnology or IntegrationUsing Starlink Business satellite connectivity for global deployment of xBot systems. Enables remote drone operations in areas without traditional internet infrastructure. Starlink hardware installed as standard on SurveyBot units for reliable satellite internet connection.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)supportingTechnology or IntegrationAWS provides cloud services enabling delivery of RocketDNA products. Raw drone data can be pushed directly into customer's private or public cloud environment via AWS S3 or Azure integration.
• GooglesupportingTechnology or IntegrationGoogle provides navigation and geo-location data for RocketDNA services. Terms of Service compliance required per legal agreements.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Direct peers

• Percepto: Percepto offers autonomous drone-in-a-box solutions for industrial site monitoring, security, and inspections with AI-powered anomaly detection. Direct overlap with RocketDNA's xBot platform across mining, energy, and critical infrastructure surveillance use cases.
• Cyberhawk Innovations: Cyberhawk provides drone-based inspection, surveying, and asset integrity services for oil & gas, mining, and power utilities. Competes with RocketDNA in industrial inspections and geospatial data capture for enterprise customers.
• Aerodyne Group: Aerodyne is a global drone-based enterprise solutions provider serving mining, oil & gas, agriculture, and infrastructure with managed drone services and AI analytics. Operates across multiple continents similar to RocketDNA's geographic model.
• Skydio: Skydio manufactures autonomous drones with AI-driven flight capabilities, expanding into enterprise inspection, surveying, and public safety. Direct competitor in autonomous drone hardware and software for industrial applications.
• Strayos: Strayos provides AI-powered analytics for mining drill & blast, haul road, and stockpile operations. Currently distributed by RocketDNA in Australia/Africa but also competes directly as an analytics platform used by the same mining customers.
• PrecisionHawk: PrecisionHawk offers drone-based data collection and analytics for energy, agriculture, and infrastructure. Competes with RocketDNA in aerial surveying, asset inspection, and AI-powered geospatial analytics.
• DroneDeploy: DroneDeploy provides a cloud-based drone data platform for aerial surveying, mapping, and analytics across construction, mining, agriculture, and energy. Both companies offer enterprise drone data capture, AI-powered analytics, and cloud integration, competing for the same industrial customer base.
• American Robotics: American Robotics develops autonomous drone-in-a-box systems with FAA approvals for BVLOS operations in industrial applications. Direct competitor in regulatory-approved autonomous drone platforms for mining and infrastructure.
• Propeller Aero: Propeller Aero provides drone surveying and 3D mapping software for mining, construction, and aggregates. Direct overlap with RocketDNA's AeroMap and PitView data products for mining volumetrics and site visualization.

Emerging players

• Exyn Technologies: Exyn builds autonomous aerial robotics for industrial data capture in GPS-denied environments including mining. Overlaps with RocketDNA's autonomous drone capabilities for mining and infrastructure inspection applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/rktdna
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@RocketDNA/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/rktdna
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rocketdnaltd
• Instagraminstagram.com/rktdna
• TikToktiktok.com/@rocketdna

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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