ZenaTech has introduced the ZenaDrone IQ Quad, an AI-enabled, autonomous VTOL quadcopter engineered for rapid, high-precision land surveying. Developed by its wholly owned subsidiary ZenaDrone, the IQ Quad integrates advanced machine-learning algorithms for obstacle detection and terrain following, targeting construction, urban planning, infrastructure development and public-works clients within its Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) platform.

The IQ Quad offers a flight endurance of up to 45 minutes and a control range extending 5 kilometers. Its modular payload bay accommodates 2 to 3 kilograms of interchangeable high-resolution sensors, including 4K RGB cameras, LiDAR arrays, multispectral and thermal imagers. A carbon-fiber fuselage resists harsh weather, while 360-degree situational cameras and autonomous recharge capability via docking station minimize field support requirements.

In the coming weeks, ZenaTech will deploy the IQ Quad to selected DaaS sites for in-situ trials, with a broader release across its existing network of 19 U.S. locations and three international hubs by mid-year. The company plans to integrate the new platform into subscription-based service offerings, enhancing its vertical integration and driving predictable, recurring revenue streams in both public and private sector contracts.

Industry analysts forecast the drone-based surveying market to grow at over 19% annual CAGR, from $2 billion today to more than $11 billion by 2033. A wider geospatial services sector is expected to surpass $50 billion within a decade as drone data and advanced analytics displace manual workflows. ZenaTech’s combined DaaS and proprietary hardware strategy positions it to capture a significant share of this expanding market and improve operating leverage over time.