ENAIRE and SkyGrid Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance U-space and Innovative Air Mobility in Spain

ENAIRE, Spanish National Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) and designated single Common Information Services (CIS) provider, and SkyGrid, a Boeing company specialized in the development of high-assurance thirdparty services for the safe and efficient integration of operations into the global airspace, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration in the field of U-space and Innovative Air Mobility (IAM) in Spain.

The agreement, signed in the presence of José Antonio Santano, Secretary of State for Transport and Sustainable Mobility and ENAIRE president, establishes the framework for joint collaboration between both organizations in activities of common interest aimed at promoting research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) related to U-space and IAM technologies and operations. The agreement also builds on the strong and longstanding relationship between Boeing Aerospace Spain and ENAIRE, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing innovation, safety, and the development of future air mobility capabilities in Spain.

Through this partnership, ENAIRE and SkyGrid will collaborate on national and international innovation initiatives designed to strengthen their position in U-space and IAM field. The cooperation will contribute to enabling the growth of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operations sector and support the future deployment IAM.

“At ENAIRE, we are committed to leading the transformation of Spain’s airspace into a modern, digital, and sustainable ecosystem, that facilitates the integration of new entrants”, said Enrique Maurer, Director General, ENAIRE. “Partnering with SkyGrid brings world-class expertise in autonomous systems to enable the development of Innovative Air Mobility”.

The MoU reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to advancing safe, efficient, and scalable integration of new aerial operations into the airspace, whilst fostering innovation and supporting the development of the broader IAM and U-space ecosystem.

“This agreement with ENAIRE marks a significant milestone in SkyGrid’s mission to build the digital and airspace infrastructure for the future of aviation,” said Jia Xu, CEO, SkyGrid. “Spain is uniquely positioned in U-space deployment in Europe, and we look forward to working side by side with ENAIRE to jointly promote the development of the sector.”

The collaboration is expected to facilitate knowledge exchange, the exploration of technological solutions, and participation in strategic initiatives that contribute to the evolution of next-generation air mobility services in Spain.