These internationally recognised standards reflect our commitment to excellence across every aspect of our operations, from customer satisfaction and environmental stewardship to the health and safety of our teams.

Our decision to pursue ISO certification was driven by a desire to formalise the high standards we already uphold and to benchmark ourselves against the best in the industry. As one of the few drone operators in the UK to hold all three certifications, we are setting a new precedent for professionalism and accountability in the uncrewed aviation sector.

The journey to certification was rigorous. It required the development and implementation of a comprehensive Management System, covering all locations, staff, services, and internal processes. We adopted a lifecycle perspective to understand our environmental impacts, enhanced our emergency preparedness, and strengthened contractor oversight. Internal and external audits, led by qualified auditors and a UKAS-accredited Certification Body validated our compliance and continual improvement efforts.

ISO certification helps us consistently meet customer expectations, reduce operational risks, and improve performance across the board. It also reinforces our reputation as a trusted partner in complex and sensitive environments, including in higher risk, urban thermal mapping and cable corridor surveys.

In just 18 months, StirlingX has achieved remarkable milestones. We acquired a professional drone services company, expanding our capabilities and expertise. We established two new operational sites, Pathfinder in Buckinghamshire and Watchtower in Cambridgeshire, to support growing demand. And now, with triple ISO certification, we’ve laid a robust foundation for sustainable growth and innovation.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to pushing boundaries, embracing technology, and delivering safe, reliable, and unobtrusive aerial imaging and data collection. StirlingX is not just keeping pace, we’re leading the way.

“Achieving ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certification is a landmark moment for StirlingX. It reflects the discipline, care and innovation that underpin everything we do, from how we manage risk and deliver quality, to how we protect our people and the planet. These certifications aren’t just badges; they’re proof that our systems, our culture and our commitment to excellence are built to last. I’m incredibly proud of the team and what we’ve accomplished together.” Dean Jones CEO, StirlingX