Drone Enterprises Support
In an effort to nurture and promote the domestic drone industry, KIAST is supporting development and production of hardware, core technology for software and service platforms and content by drone-related startups and venture businesses.
Project Overview
Subject
Pre-entrepreneurs or drone-related start-ups and venture businesses within 7 years of founding (as of the date of business registration), e.g., drone manufacturers, application companies, and R&D companies (22 businesses)
Recruitment
The final selection of participating companies was made as of Dec. 2017. In case of a vacancy, a recruitment advertisement will be posted.
Moving-in Period
- Initial Contract: At least 6 months and up to 3 years from the start date of the moving-in period
- Contract Renewal: Upon contract expiration, the period can be extended by up to 4 years, depending on the founding year (within 7 years of founding)
Rent and Maintenance Fees
- 40 to 80% of the rent is supported, depending on the founding year.(government funding)
- Participating companies are required to pay a security deposit, part of rent, maintenance fees, and other fees.
※ Security deposit amounts to three months’ worth of rent and maintenance fees.
Selection Procedure
- STEP 01Receipt of moving-in applications
- STEP 021st screening
(document evaluation) - STEP 032nd screening
(presentation evaluation) - STEP 04Selection approval and contract execution
Facility Images

Aerial view

Workspace

Common Laboratory

Indoor Drone Test Site

Conference Room
Support Details
Workspace
- Part of the rent is supported. A common laboratory, indoor drone test site, conference room, and other facilities are provided.
- Location : 815, Daewangpangyo-ro, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Rent: approximately KRW12,000 per 1 ㎡ / Maintenance Fee: varying depending on the month
- Operation Plan: The overall operation of the Hub, with respect to graduation, eviction, and facility management, shall comply with the 「Operational Regulations for Drone Safety and Promotion Support Center」

Category | Details | Area |
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Available Space (22 units) |
Workspace for stable and efficient business management | Varying depending on room-type (35㎡ ~ 123.7㎡) |
Common Laboratory (1 unit) |
Equipped with testing devices for improving drone safety and performance | 246.8㎡ |
Indoor Drone Test Site (1 unit) |
An indoor test site for drone pilot flights and tests | 177.0㎡ |
Conference Room (4 unit) |
Equipped with a beam projector, screen, and other items | With a total area of 125.8 ㎡
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Testing Devices
Provision of equipment, such as performance verification devices, simulators, and visual recognition SW
- Testing device for drone power supply equipment
- Motor and thrust testing device
- Electronic equipment testing device
- Drone flight simulator
- Visual recognition & graphic S/W and workstation
- RF spectrum analyzer
- 3D printer
- Storage box for dangerous goods
Consulting Service
Provision of expert lectures and consulting services on management (taxation, law, patents, etc.) and technical fields
PR Booth Setup
Provision of financial support for outstanding participating companies setting up PR booths for promoting their products and finding new markets
Test Product Manufacturing
Provision of financial support for using expert services, e.g., in design and production, in line with the target product’s development cycle
Certification and Intellectual Property Application
Provision of financial support for outstanding participating companies acquiring certificates, patents, utility model patents, and trademark rights to help them enter new markets, secure their intellectual property rights, and thus enhance their competitiveness
Attracting Investment
Provision of support for outstanding participating companies to secure funds for sustainable growth
Establishment of a cooperation framework
Establishment of a networking environment where synergy can be created among participating companies