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Aurrigo to research how autonomous vehicles can boost airport safety
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Fusion42 · 25 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Aurrigo International received GBP 1.43 million in UK government funding to research autonomous vehicles' roles in airport safety, focusing on tasks like security patrols, runway inspections, and bird deterrence. The project, called SENTRY, involves collaboration with Warwick Manufacturing Group and the UK Civil Aviation Authority, aiming to deploy the technology initially in controlled environments and later in operational airports.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 2 sources have reported it between 10 Aug 2026 and 12 Aug 2026.
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Autonomous vehicles are taking over routine and hazardous airport tasks, freeing staff for complex work and opening airport safety to automation-driven improvements. You should explore how this tech can speed adoption and reduce operating costs in airports and similar mobility hubs.
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2 sources · first reported 10 Aug 2026 · latest 12 Aug 2026
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