EBC and Cyprus Mariculture Association Partner to Deploy Bio-Inspired Drone Technology Protecting Mediterranean Aquaculture
Electronic Bird Control (EBC), an innovative French company specializing in advanced drone-based bird deterrence systems, and the Cyprus Mariculture Association (CMA), representing all marine aquaculture producers in Cyprus, have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement to deploy and operationalize the E-Raptor, an advanced bio-inspired drone system designed to sustainably protect aquaculture farms from bird-related damage.
CMA serves as the unified voice of the Cypriot marine aquaculture sector, representing its producers at national and European level and promoting sustainable growth, regulatory excellence and environmental responsibility.
Aquaculture operators across the Mediterranean face increasing economic losses due to protected bird species such as gulls, herons and cormorants. Traditional deterrence methods often prove ineffective, labor-intensive or environmentally intrusive. In response, CMA initiated discussions with EBC to identify a sustainable and non-lethal solution tailored to Cypriot mariculture farms.
The E-Raptor replicates the morphology and flight dynamics of a bird of prey, generating a natural territorial response among nuisance species. Equipped with advanced onboard systems and VTOL capability, it operates autonomously and integrates seamlessly into aquaculture operations without complex infrastructure requirements.
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