Media: Abu Dhabi to dazzle world with 10,000-drone light show

Abu Dhabi is preparing for the world’s biggest light show featuring 10,000 drones.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, presided over the signing of a strategic partnership agreement between the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Nova Sky Stories, a Colorado-based company, and Analog, an Emirati firm specializing in physical intelligence and mixed reality, Caliber.Az reports per foreign media. 

The multi-year agreement will bring a revolutionary initiative to Abu Dhabi, combining advanced drone technology with immersive storytelling to further solidify the emirate’s position as a global leader in cultural and entertainment innovation. Through synchronized drone performances, the initiative will craft artistic narratives at several iconic locations, merging Abu Dhabi’s rich cultural heritage with its dynamic future. This innovative project will introduce the world’s largest fleet of 10,000 light-show drones, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative in the region. The drones will be used to blend cultural stories with cutting-edge technology, offering unforgettable, immersive experiences for residents and visitors alike.

His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, emphasized the significance of the partnership, saying: "By harnessing innovative technologies, we are finding new and immersive ways to share our vision and culture with the world. At the intersection of creativity and entertainment, this partnership with Nova Sky and Analog will challenge convention, raising the bar for what residents and visitors can experience. These visual spectacles reinforce Abu Dhabi's leading position in entertainment innovation, delivering experiential and memorable moments for all." 

Kimbal Musk, CEO and Co-Founder of Nova Sky Stories, expressed enthusiasm for the project, saying: "We are excited to be part of this partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi. With this pioneering initiative, Abu Dhabi is at the forefront of embracing innovation and will have the largest fleet of the most advanced light drones in the world for storytelling and entertainment. Nova empowers the world's greatest artists and musicians to bring their art to the sky, and we cannot wait to show the world what is possible with a fleet this size." 

Alex Kipman, Founder and CEO of Analog, added: "Abu Dhabi's skyline is set to become a dynamic canvas for storytelling. We are painting holographic stories in the sky, fusing tradition with next-generation technology so audiences can feel that spark of wonder only possible when imagination meets reality. At Analog, we exist to birth new realities, and in partnership with Nova Sky Stories, DCT Abu Dhabi is reimagining what entertainment can be—one that honors Abu Dhabi's heritage and sets the bar for immersive experiences worldwide."

By Naila Huseynova