ZenaDrone is preparing to submit its IQ Quad land-survey drone for Blue UAS certification to enable U.S. government and defense procurement readiness [1].
This certification process is a critical step for the company to enter the federal marketplace. Without this specific approval, drone manufacturers are often ineligible for high-security defense contracts and other federal procurement opportunities [1], [3].
ZenaDrone is a U.S.-based subsidiary of ZenaTech Inc. [1]. The parent company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia [1], [4]. ZenaTech is publicly traded under the ticker symbols Nasdaq: ZENA, FSE: 49Q, and BMV: ZENA [2].
The IQ Quad is designed specifically for land-survey applications [1]. By pursuing the Blue UAS designation, the company intends to meet the stringent security and technical requirements mandated by the U.S. government [1], [3]. This allows the drone to be vetted for use in sensitive environments where data security and hardware origin are primary concerns.
Earlier reports from April 15, 2025, mentioned an update regarding Green UAS certification for a different model, the IQ Square, for bridge inspections and defense applications [4]. However, the current focus as of June 16, 2026, is the submission of the IQ Quad for the Blue UAS program [1], [2].
The company said it is making the move on June 16, 2026 [1]. The submission process involves a rigorous review of the drone's components and software to ensure they do not pose a security risk to the U.S. government [3].
“ZenaDrone is preparing to submit its IQ Quad land-survey drone for Blue UAS certification”
The pursuit of Blue UAS certification reflects a broader trend of drone manufacturers seeking 'clean' designations to bypass restrictions on foreign-made technology. By aligning with these standards, ZenaDrone is attempting to transition from commercial land-surveying into the more lucrative and stable sector of government defense contracting.
